Saudade: Meals for the Nostalgic Appetite

Quarantine has been filled with ups and downs, but there have been certain activities like cooking, crafting, and connecting that have created peace in our lives and taken us back to a time when the world didn’t seem like it was falling apart. In this project, we explore a variety of food experiences aimed towards collective healing and the eating traditions that connect us in our respective isolations. 

At the suggested donation price of $30, all proceeds will go to Soul Fire Farm, an Afro-Indigenous-centered community farm committed to uprooting racism and seeding sovereignty in the food system. In an effort to make sure this cookbook remains accessible to our community, we’re also including a sliding scale with a minimum of $15.

This volunteer effort brings together over 20 contributors and their stories across quarantine experiences, from pepperoni rolls that recall home to butternut squash soup that sets a cozy vibe. The recipes span appetizers, sides, mains, desserts, and libations, gathering narratives of memory, reflection, and comfort. We hope this cookbook brings you as much joy as it does us. Happy cooking!