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Chapter & Compass Monthly Table
Each month in the Chapter & Compass Kitchen, I set a cozy table inspired by the books I’m reading, the places I’m dreaming of, and the gentle rhythms of the season. These menus are shaped by story-driven wanderlust, cultural flavors, and the kind of meals that feel comforting without being complicated.
Shared first in my Wanderletters, each monthly table features a simple main, a thoughtful side, and either a dessert or a drink — recipes meant to be mixed, matched, and adapted to your own kitchen. Whether you’re cooking along, planning a themed reading night, or simply gathering ideas for slow, cozy meals at home, this space is an invitation to pause, explore, and savor the season one bite at a time.
Subscribers receive each month’s table first, with occasional extras along the way.
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⭐ This Month’s Table
At the Table This Month
This month’s Chapter & Compass table brings together cozy flavors, simple comforts, and a touch of wanderlust — the kind of menu that pairs beautifully with quiet evenings, slow mornings, and a good book never far from reach.
Each menu includes:
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One main to anchor the table
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One side that complements and balances
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One dessert or drink for lingering a little longer
These recipes are designed to be approachable and flexible — swap ingredients, adjust portions, or enjoy just one part of the table if that’s what the moment calls for.
🍝 Main:
Creamy Roasted Tomato Ricotta Pasta with Crispy Prosciutto
Slow-roasted tomatoes blended with creamy ricotta create a rich, velvety sauce, finished with crispy prosciutto for a salty, savory contrast. Comforting, simple, and deeply satisfying.
🥬 Side:
Garlic Butter Green Beans
Tender green beans tossed in garlic butter for a fresh, flavorful side that balances the richness of the main dish without stealing the spotlight.
🍫 Sweet Finish:
Chocolate Lava Mug Cake
A warm, gooey chocolate mug cake made for cozy nights and minimal cleanup — rich, comforting, and perfect enjoyed straight from the mug.
✨ Past Menus: Missed a month? Check out the archive for previous Chapter & Compass Monthly Table menus!
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This menu was first shared in my Wanderletter — subscribers receive monthly tables before they appear here.
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✨ Tastes Like Fiction: February Picks
Some stories linger long after the last page—through flavors, textures, and little comforts tucked between chapters. Tastes Like Fiction brings your favorite books to life in the kitchen, with recipes inspired by cozy cafés, faraway places, and unforgettable story moments.
This month’s featured bookish bites:
White Chocolate Pistachio Bark
Sweet and salty with a delicate crunch, this white chocolate pistachio bark is scattered with roasted nuts and finished with a whisper of flaky sea salt. It’s the kind of treat you break into uneven pieces, nibble between chapters, and pretend you picked up from a tiny European chocolate shop on a winter afternoon.
Silky steamed milk swirled with Earl Grey, warm honey, and a hint of vanilla creates a cup that feels both grounding and indulgent. It’s made for dusky evenings, dog-eared pages, and that quiet moment when the world softens and you finally sink into your book.
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Muffins
Rich dark chocolate meets bursts of tart raspberry in these tender, bakery-style muffins. Deeply cozy but not overly sweet, they’re perfect for slow weekends, dramatic plot twists, and reading “just one more chapter” long past bedtime.
✨ Past Favorites: Missed a month? Check out the archive for previous Tastes Like Fiction recipes!
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🕯️ A Note from the Kitchen
Thank you for joining me in the Chapter & Compass Kitchen! Whether you’re cooking along with the Monthly Table, exploring flavors from faraway places in Tastes Like Fiction, or stocking your pantry with the essentials, I hope this space inspires cozy, creative, and delicious moments.
Keep your apron ready, your favorite book nearby, and remember—every recipe is an adventure waiting to be tasted!
✨ Ready for more culinary adventures?
Browse past menus and Tastes Like Fiction recipes in the archive, and stay tuned for new monthly inspiration coming soon!