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The Kitchen Witch handbook is an excellent resource for any practitioner of witchcraft but is also a lovely addition to the collections of anyone who enjoys learning more ways to get the most out of their day to day activities.
-Well written
-well formatted
-well researched
-could do with a few more allergen warnings

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This book would make a lovely holiday gift for the witch in your life.It's beautifully illustrated and takes you through the year, with appropriate kitchen witchery.

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Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Wellfleet Press for this arc.

I really liked the illustrations of this book and some of the recipes look interesting.

I’m not a fan of the two-page layout of this PDF. It got tedious to constantly resize and reposition each page so it could be read one page at a time.
I also find it interesting that the copyright page, where it states NOT to attempt any of the spells or recipes, is the very last page of this book and not in the front of the book where you’d normally find it. I think, if the book is for entertainment purposes only and you should not attempt anything you read in said book, that should be stated at the beginning of the book.

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*Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!*

I did not like this book as much as I'd hoped I would. While I did enjoy the illustrations, it read like someone trying to spoon-feed the ideals of kitchen witchcraft. Not to say that this is a bad thing, entirely. For someone who is looking for an introductory book into kitchen witchcraft, I think this would probably be perfect. But I just grew bored of it.

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I absolutely loved The Kitchen Witch Handbook! I've always been fascinated by this side of witchcraft—where food becomes magic, offering healing and connection.

For me, food is a way to bring people together, and there's nothing like breaking bread with family and friends. When I saw this book, I knew I had to request it.

The book is beautifully laid out, with charming artwork that brings each page to life. It provides a concise but comprehensive overview of kitchen witchcraft, covering everything from setting up a kitchen altar to selecting tools and ingredients. The information is presented in a clear, accessible way, making it an excellent resource for both novice and experienced practitioners alike.

One section that stood out to me was the Kitchen Garden. It covers herbs and their uses and includes lovely watercolour illustrations that add a visual charm to the text. I was also thrilled to see that it contains seasonal dates for both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres—something often overlooked in similar books, making it all the more thoughtful.

Overall, this is a beautifully presented book that I'd be delighted to gift to any of my witchy friends. It's a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration for anyone looking to bring magic into their kitchen.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Wellfleet Press for providing me with an e-ARC of The Kitchen Witch Handbook in exchange for my honest review.

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Really great resource 🌿✨

This book was so instructive and beautiful, it's a must-have if you want to learn about the magic of your kitchen.
My favourite part was all of the properties and descriptions of each and every herb, flower, fruit, and vegetable. I think this is a really useful guide that you will definitely keep reaching for.

Thank you NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Wellfleet Press for the ARC!

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Basic witchcraft information that would have been better on a blog than in a book.
The book is written from a highly Wiccan/Neo-Pagan perspective of witchcraft including "do no harm" assumptions that are easily contestable when discussing philosophy and ethics.
The worst part, some of the passages felt AI generated.
There are much better Kitchen Witch books on the market. This one does not measure up.

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This book is perfect if you are looking to create magic in your kitchen. Your kitchen is your altar and the place where you can celebrate life and nature.
I absolutely loved the drawings, they are stunning and give this book an atmosphere of warmth and coziness.
We all could benefit from being more intentional when creating our beverages and choosing ingredients that flavor our food.
In these pages, you will also learn about different celebrations, rituals, and meanings behind elements of nature, such as spices, fruits, and herbs. There are also recipes for every season.

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I’m afraid this was a hard no for me. Only because it’s just like every other witchy self-help book out there. Nothing new stood out for me, a few recipes i wanted to try but that was it. I was very disappointed.

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I will definitely be adding a physical copy to my collection! This is a great guide to magic in every life and celebrating the seasons!

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This is a beautifully created guide that blends magic, mindfulness, and the art of cooking. There's recipes and rituals, making this book practical and inspiring. It's really helpful to those looking to expand their knowledge of kitchen magic.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing a copy of this wonderful resource!

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I really liked this cookbook that combined witchcraft with cooking, it was such a fun and unique fresh way to look at this. I really liked the recipes and how things were described, I was a big fan!!!
Thank you to NetGalley, to the author, and to the publisher for this complementary ARC in exchange for my honest review!!!

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A great resources for budding and experienced witches alike. Also filled with delicious recipes organized in an easy to navigate manner.

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It was charming, informative, and absolutely wonderful. The illustrations were beautiful and provided valuable insights!

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This book was super insightful and really enjoyable to read. I learned a lot and got some new fresh information I did not know.

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Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoy everything Aurora Kane releases. Great addition for any kitchen witch or those who are interested in the craft.

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I found this book enjoyable and educational. It is one I will be reading again. Although some sections could have used more details, it is a handy little reference book.

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I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

The Kitchen Witch Handbook is an introductory guide to the practice of kitchen witchcraft within the home. I loved the illustrations and comforting nature of the book itself. The book focuses on teaching how to weave magical intentions into meals and dishes and uses mostly everyday ingredients that don't break the bank and are easily sourced. The book provides history and information perfect for newcomers and more advanced practicers and would make a stunning addition to any bookcase.

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First off, the art in this book is absolutely stunning. Secondly, I love how integrated this book feels with what everyone does naturally while cooking. This book gives you the insight or ability to put more intentions into your cooking/baking. Part 1 of this book includes how to read tea leaves, how to use the moon phases in your kitchen, an overview on herbs and flowers, and what they can do for you. The second part of this book takes you through the Wheel of the Year. Each season has a brief overview of the different sabbats and how you can celebrate them, then it goes over the ingredients that hold more meaning and are in season for that time of year, and lastly it includes recipes for each season. The recipes are my favorite part of this book! I love cookbooks and what's better than getting recipes from fellow witches! This book is a staple for me in the kitchen and I recommend it to all witchy folk!

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Wellfleet Press for this ARC! ♥

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this is such a helpful and handy book to have around. I loved it so much I bought the hard copy. Great tips and really easy to follow. .I apparently loved it so much I accidently bought two copies! I sent one as a gift to a friend and we use them together!

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