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A new cookbook highlights the many flavors of the city Ever wish you could snag the recipe for your favorite menu item at one of St. Pete’s restaurants? A new collaborative cookbook between the City of St. Pete and 35 local dining spots makes it easy. Dozens of recipes for mouthwatering appetizers, entrees, desserts and drinks are featured in St. Pete Eats, a beautifully photographed and executed cookbook written by Deputy Mayor Dr. Kanika Tomalin.
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mission to infuse those flavors with delicious, healthy options, through Healthy St. Pete,” Dr. Tomalin wrote. “In this cookbook, I’ve shared some of my own favorite recipes, and have enlisted the expertise of some of St. Pete’s finest chefs to give you an authentic culinary experience that can only be found in St. Pete.”
The hook? These dishes represent not only a cross section of St. Pete’s cultural richness, every one of them was chosen specifically with health in mind. Dr. Tomalin launched her signature initiative, Healthy St. Pete, in 2015. The program focuses on creating access to healthy food options, implementing free fitness zones in city parks and adding resources for individuals and families to make healthy living choices.
The hardcover cookbook includes recipes from favorites like Sea Salt, Trophy Fish, The Library, Dr. BBQ, Noble Crust and Dr. Tomalin’s own home kitchen. If you’re shy about cooking vegan or vegetarian, you’ll find inspiration in the popular Power Bowl recipe from Paul’s Landing or the Mapo Tofu Bowl from Ichicoro Ane. Gluten-free fans can try their hand at Szechuan Tuna & Bamboo Rice from Birch & Vine or Shrimp Spring Roll from La V. Ceviche offers up their recipe for Seafood Ceviche and Callaloo’s famous Callaloo Stew is part of the mix.
“We’re so fortunate to live in a city that overflows with flavor and epicurean experiences. It’s my
Miss going out to dine? Just pick your favorite restaurant and get cooking.
