"It was hard to imagine the charisma of "live-action Levi" translating to the page, but this book is such a charming and helpful manual for cooking for and with young children. Moreover, it's full of delicious and enticing recipes to expand your repertoire, and tons of practical advice on how to introduce new ingredients to your kid's plate without meeting resistance. A cookbook and parenting handbook in equal measure, this is an indispensable tome for any family kitchen." -Fanny Singer, author of Always Home and My Pantry (with Alice Waters)

“Cookbooks are written to help solve a problem of what to cook and that is exactly what Jack and Emmy have done in Weeknight Winners, Family Dinners. Their recipes are nourishing, craveable, creative and always drool-worthy and they are all served up with an adorable side of our favorite sous chef Levi. This book is a beautiful reminder about the connection that food has to our past and our present.” –Diane Morrisey, author of You Got This!

"It is impossible not to smile flipping through the pages of this book. Jack and Emmy have captured something truly special here, the sheer joy of discovery. They have transformed the kitchen from a place of daily chores into a vibrant playground of connection, and not just for little Levi, but for all of us. You can feel the love poured into every recipe, from the radiant 'Electric Yellow Noodles' to the cozy, savory comfort of 'Coco Loco Pork Adobo'. This is so much more than a cookbook. It is a treasure and a love letter to the messy, beautiful magic of growing together around the table. It is a feast for the eyes, the bellies, and for our souls as well." -Suzy Karadsheh, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Mediterranean Dish Cookbooks and founder of TheMediterraneanDish.com

“This book is such a breath of fresh air. It’s not about forcing kids to eat everything - it’s about building curiosity, confidence, and connection around food. You can see it in Levi, who truly shines in the kitchen, and the book shows just how attainable this approach is for real families.” -Alia Elkaffas and Radwa Elkaffas, creators of Food Dolls and New York Times best selling authors of Pretty Delicious

“As a registered dietitian and a mom of five, I know how hard it is to find weeknight meals that are realistic, nourishing, and genuinely enjoyed by the whole family. Weeknight Winners, Family Dinners delivers on all of that and more. This book isn’t about short-order cooking or “kid food”; it’s about raising curious eaters while still getting dinner on the table without stress. The recipes are approachable yet full of flavor, and the thoughtful guidance around involving kids in the kitchen helps make mealtime meaningful again. This is the kind of cookbook that earns a permanent spot on the counter, not the shelf.” -Brittany Poulson, author of The Healthy Family Cookbook

"Weeknight Winners is filled with everything I want to have in my kitchen: delicious recipes designed with kids in mind, as well as creative ways to get our children involved in the cooking experience. This beautiful book is filled with connection-focused tips to help kids feel confident and excited about making and eating food.” -Eli Harwood, MA, LPC, author of Raising Securely Attached Kids and How to Deal with Your ____ So Your Kids Don't Have To

"Levi is the enchantingly articulate little boy whose videos have captured the hearts and fascination of close to two million social media viewers. Now we can enjoy the inspiring and inventive meals his Dad Jack and he make together. Their story is beautifully written and shared by his charming Mama Emmy. It is a beautiful marriage of Emmy the linguist and Jack the chef, both encouraging and educating their imaginative child to be his own person. Levi has the gift of making us all see things anew with his engagingly clear-eyed vision. The lessons and recipes are invaluable for everyone." –Rose Levy Beranbaum, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Cake Bible