The Blue Zones Kitchen: 100 Recipes to Live to 100
About this product
Best-selling author Dan Buettner debuts his first cookbook, filled with 100 longevity recipes inspired by the Blue Zones locations around the world, where people live the longest.
Building on decades of research, longevity expert Dan Buettner has gathered 100 recipes inspired by the Blue Zones, home to the healthiest and happiest communities in the world. Each dish--for example, Sardinian Herbed Lentil Minestrone; Costa Rican Hearts of Palm Ceviche; Cornmeal Waffles from Loma Linda, California; and Okinawan Sweet Potatoes--uses ingredients and cooking methods proven to increase longevity, wellness, and mental health. Complemented by mouthwatering photography, the recipes also include lifestyle tips (including the best times to eat dinner and proper portion sizes), all gleaned from countries as far away as Japan and as near as Blue Zones project cities in Texas. Innovative, easy to follow, and delicious, these healthy living recipes make the Blue Zones lifestyle even more attainable, thereby improving your health, extending your life, and filling your kitchen with happiness. Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers say the cookbook is beautifully presented, with attractive photography and recipes that are generally easy to follow, healthy, and well thought out. Some readers also praise the engaging background stories and the author’s storytelling. At the same time, several reviewers note drawbacks: some ingredients are hard to find, a few recipes feel impractical, and the instructions or timing can be inconsistent.
Goodreads reviews are broadly positive, with many readers calling it a great or interesting cookbook and appreciating the longevity-focused concept. Reviewers on book blogs also describe it as a strong, visually appealing cookbook with thoughtful recipes inspired by Blue Zones eating habits. Reddit search results surfaced discussion around related Blue Zones products, but not many clear, product-specific conversations for this exact cookbook.
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| Publisher | National Geographic |
| Publication date | December 3, 2019 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 304 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1426220138 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1426220135 |
| Item Weight | 2.45 pounds |
| Reading age | 1 year and up |
| Dimensions | 8.31 x 1.06 x 10.28 inches |
| Part of series | The Blue Zones |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,667 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Vegan Cooking (Books) #8 in Aging & Longevity (Books) #9 in Celebrity & TV Show Cookbooks |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (13,450) |
