“Once Upon a Chef: Weeknight/Weekend” by Jennifer Segal! Just what I need, a cookbook that tempts me with cheesy, gooey pasta. I can already hear my mother in my head, “Miriam, you don’t need more carbs!” But look at it! It’s like it’s calling out, “Come, indulge in me!”

And 70 quick-fix weeknight dinners plus 30 luscious weekend recipes? That’s 100 reasons to give up on my diet right there! I can already feel my waistband expanding. But hey, who can resist a good story with their food? “Once Upon a Chef” sounds like the perfect bedtime story for my stomach.

What’s it about? Seems like it’s a culinary fairy tale that promises quick weeknight meals and indulgent weekend feasts. Just the thing for a busy week and a lazy Shabbat!

JABBIC Rating: ★★★★☆

Summary: “Once Upon a Chef: Weeknight/Weekend” cover is deliciously inviting, making you crave hearty, homemade meals. It’s practical, tempting, and perfect for anyone who loves to eat well without spending hours in the kitchen.

Reviewed by Rabbi Miriam Goldberg