"I saw myself as I truly was: a body with so much beautiful potential. The change didn't come in an instant but through an intentional process, combined with eating all the good foods, which I will share in this very personal cookbook."

Initially when NetGalley / Publisher sent out this book, they did not include the full book, so I couldn't review. I finally picked this up for myself. The title says it all, really. This showcases the "new way" the author began eating - a whole foods, plant-based, dairy-free way of eating - with colourful, vegetarian recipes the mainstays. I love a healthy plate myself, but I'm not so much in the business of cutting stuff out - would rather add than subtract.

This is part memoir / part cookbook, and Maggie's story is touching and all too familiar. Mocked for her weight and imo abused by her family for it, she struggled for years until she lost 70 pounds through whole foods. I don't think that would work for everyone but thankfully, Maggie is open that this is just ONE way of doing things. I always appreciate when an author realizes that their lifestyle or diet may not be accessible or realistic for everyone.

Beautiful photographs, tasty recipes and a real story underpinning it - one to pick up!

I couldn't tell if this was meant to be an inspirational self-help book or a cookbook, but the recipes sounded real tasty.

I love so much about this cookbook. From the gentle reminders/guidelines for good health to the seven ways to eat (with intention, beauty, in small batches, quality, sustainability, valuing tradition & innovation, and supporting small businesses).

A lot of the recipes care for small batches, which is perfect for my small family! Most of the recipes included are vegetarian but are easy to modify for different dietary needs. I’m always cooking for an almost Vegan and a Carnivore, so this is important.

Recipes I made and enjoyed over the last few weeks:

Cacao-Coffee Granola

Spring Roll Salad (adding grilled chicken breast for the meat eater)

Blueberry Scones

Garlicky Green Pizza (adding protein to part of the pizza for the carnivore)

The next time you visit a bookstore, please walk to the cooking section and glance through a few cookbooks. You might be surprised to discover how many authors started as nutritionists or food bloggers specializing in baking, vegetarian, southern, etc…

Disclaimer: I had technical difficulties with the digital copy and could not see full pages or recipes. However, I thought this book seemed like a great one to grab! The recipes were healthy and relatively unique (most cookbooks these days seem to all have the same recipes however there were some new and different ones in this book). Beautiful book!

Thank you, Roost Books and NetGalley!

a fun and interesting to read book, and one I highly recommend . The main issue I had was that many of the recipes had a lot of ingredients that I have limited access too. Also, was not sure how to use some of them either. I applaud the ideas within the book, and like the idea of less meat and more veggies, but would struggle to give up the dairy. Can learn to limit, but no cheese???? Gasp!

Part cookbook, part nutrition coach, part body positivity cheerleader, this book will be helpful for anyone trying to eat healthy. This is not a diet cookbook--an important distinction--but will help readers with meal planning, food tracking (including how you feel after you eat something, to identify any food sensitivities), and strategies for eating well. After reading this, you'll feel confident in your ability to prepare and eat your own healthy meals.

I applaud author Maggie Battista Friday r allowing readers into her life and sharing her pain. This is not only a cookbook with wonderfully healthy recipes but a total food makeover for those ready to eat and live a helathly life style.

I've read, literally, hundreds of cookbooks. If I find one or two recipes in a cookbook that turn out to be winners, I consider myself lucky. "A New Way to Food" is a page-turner for me, so much so that I'm requesting it as a Christmas gift from hubby. Not only do the majority of recipes look like they're right up my alley (lots of vegan options), but there are new ideas for me to try, such as mushroom powder (sounds divine for a mushroom addict) and Roasted Stone Fruit Rhubarb Jam (for those of us who love to can). Beans from scratch? I'm so there! The addition of the herbs the author suggests will make this a winner, I'm sure.

There are even recipes for pickling.

Okay, so there is all that. Add attractive, simple, and clean-looking photography. Seriously, I want this book for Christmas.

This is an incredibly accessible and beautifully written and photographed cookbook. I have recently been noticing how warped my family's relationship with food has become, and this book felt like a breath of fresh air. The emphasis on food should be on how it makes you physically feel and not on how it will make you look externally and Maggie Battista does a lovely job of focusing on mental clarity, physical stamina, and the other benefits of eating a diet that makes you feel great. The chapter breakdown is helpful, dividing recipes by your intention for that period of your life which lets you focus in on what you need rather than what you are craving. The photographs are crisp and lovely and inspire the reader to focus on a simple and bright way of eating.

The title says it all!

I really did feel like this was a new approach to healthy eating. I loved Maggie's carefree, yet totally honest way of eating healthy and staying happy. This book is jam packed with a wide variety of recipes. From Breakfast Toast Salad, to Eggs in Tomato Sauce, to Instant Faux Pho Jars, to Spring Roll Salad, and everything in between. She has your stomach rumbling, your mouth watering, and your hand cramping from ferociously writing out a grocery list.

She knows that what works for her, might not necessarily work for you, and she's not ashamed to admit that. She's also not ashamed to say she has some not to healthy craving every now and again. She has graciously included some yummy recipes for when you're craving a little something something too.

One thing that I really found unique about this recipe book was that Maggie included a little section in each recipe where she wrote how often she ate that specific meal. Almost every day, a few times a week, a few times a year, only on occasion, etc. I loved this! It helped me to choose between which recipes I had to try right away, and which I would bookmark for later.

All in all, the photos were stunning, the recipes looked divine, and I'll be looking to get a physical copy for my kitchen.

A huge thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for sending me a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I truly appreciate it!