Appetite for Books is a culinary haven where cookbooks meet hands-on experience. Set in Westmount, this boutique combines a curated selection of cookbooks with an intimate kitchen studio, offering a space where food lovers can learn, taste, and explore. Founder Jonathan Cheung, a chef with a globe-spanning culinary career, envisioned a place where the joy of cooking could be shared in a welcoming, approachable setting.
The shop stocks an eclectic mix of cookbooks, from timeless classics to niche culinary explorations like Indigenous cuisine and global pork cookery. In the kitchen, Cheung and guest chefs host classes designed for home cooks, teaching techniques through interactive demos paired with four-course meals. There’s no pretension—just good food, good books, and plenty of inspiration.
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