Description
A culinary icon's legacy through 50 timeless vegetarian recipes and heartfelt stories.
Step into the welcoming world of Claire's Corner Copia through this anniversary cookbook that celebrates a half-century of nourishing both body and soul. From crowd-favorite lasagnas to celebrated scones, each recipe carries the warmth and wisdom of Claire Criscuolo's pioneering approach to vegetarian cooking.
Inside, you'll find:
- Classic dishes that blend Italian, Mexican, Middle Eastern, and Greek influences
- Healing recipes developed during the pandemic, including restorative smoothies and mocktails
- Personal stories and photographs that capture five decades of serving the New Haven community
- Clear instructions for recreating Claire's most requested dishes at home
Whether you're a longtime patron or new to vegetarian cooking, this collection invites you to experience the timeless appeal of fresh, wholesome food made with love. Each recipe is accompanied by full-color photography and Claire's warmhearted stories, making this book both a practical cookbook and a touching tribute to one of America's most enduring vegetarian establishments.
Author: Claire Criscuolo
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
Published: 06/17/2025
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 9.16h x 7.59w x 0.10d
ISBN13: 9781493089055
ISBN10: 1493089056
BISAC Categories:
- Cooking | Vegetarian
- Cooking | Individual Chefs & Restaurants
- Cooking | History
About the Author
Claire Criscuolo, co-founder of Claire's Corner Copia with her late husband Frank, is a pioneer in vegetarian cooking. Her restaurant is renowned for its diverse menu, which blends Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Middle Eastern, Latin American, and Greek flavors. A former columnist for The New Haven Register and author of four cookbooks, Claire is a passionate educator and advocate for healthy, homemade vegetarian cuisine. She frequently lectures at Yale University and Quinnipiac University and is an associate fellow at Hopper College.