a recipe for joy and connection for National Wellness Month


Simple Summer: a recipe for joy and connection Second Edition is Jonathan Bardzik’s new collection of stories and recipes.

Delightfully unexpected yet comforting and satisfying, the recipes themselves are as inspiring as the book’s heartwarming stories.

There’s no better time than National Wellness Month to take advantage of the healthy and heart-warming benefits of cooking and entertaining at home. Studies show that cooking, baking, and camaraderie are among the most easy and enjoyable ways to elevate our moods while providing good nutrition. Simple Summer: a recipe for joy and connection offers 40 versatile and easy to recreate recipes along with the inspiring stories and abundant joy that Jonathan is known for. Each one is accompanied with whimsical and refreshing beverage pairings and curated music playlists. With this book as your guide, you’ll be able to prepare mouthwatering meals just like those featured on the Jonathan’s Kitchen: Seasons to Taste TV Series, all season long.

The expanded and improved volume is based upon his widely popular 1st edition, Simple Summer: a recipe for cooking and entertaining with ease. Each chapter highlights how to pair gorgeous food, delicious drinks, and the right music to make the most of summer. More than a collection of recipes, Simple Summer: a recipe for joy and connection allows you to indulge in rich lessons of joy and connection from Jonathan’s TedX Talk and keynote speeches while learning how to work with seasonal produce and increase your culinary skills. It is the perfect “recipe” for any great gathering – from boozy brunches and afternoons poolside, to shared plates at summer celebrations. Delightfully unexpected yet comforting and satisfying, the recipes themselves are as inspiring as the book’s heartwarming stories. Health-conscious food enthusiasts, home gardeners, and farm market fans alike will find inspiration and exciting new ways to make the most of summer’s bounty.

About Jonathan Bardzik

The host of Jonathan’s Kitchen, Seasons to Taste, Jonathan Bardzik is a cook, author, and storyteller based in Washington, DC. Self-trained with more than 20 years of experience, Jonathan is inspired by the seasonal, local ingredients he grew up with and finds today at local farmers’ markets. Jonathan’s professional culinary career began in 2011 with weekly cooking demonstrations at DC’s historic Eastern Market. Since then, Jonathan has made more than 150 live appearances at venues across the country, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Geographic Museum, as well as countless virtual events for both corporate clients and private parties alike. He is a popular keynote speaker and has appeared on the TedX stage.

For more information on Jonathan Bardzik, please visit http://www.jonathanbardzik.com, or to schedule media interviews, presentations, or events with Jonathan, please contact: press@jonathanbardzik.com.

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