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Roald Dahl's Revolting Recipes

Roald Dahl's Revolting Recipes

Children's BooksCookbooks & Food
Pages
64
Published
1994
Language
English
Prose complexity
1/10

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WhimsicalFunnyLighthearted

Genres

Children's Books Cookbooks & Food Cooking

Authors

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Felicity Dahl

Felicity Dahl is the author of Roald Dahl's Revolting Recipes, a cookbook that turns the unusual meals from her husband's stories into real dishes. She also manages the Roald

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Josie Fison

Josie Fison is a food writer best known for co-authoring Roald Dahl's Revolting Recipes. She specializes in creating playful dishes that bring the fictional treats from classic children's stories into the real world. Her work focuses on making cooking a fun and hands-on experience for families.

Frequently asked questions

  • What kind of recipes are included?

    The recipes are inspired by foods mentioned in Roald Dahl's children's books, such as Bruce Bogtrotter's Chocolate Cake from Matilda and Wormy Spaghetti from The Twits. They are generally designed to be fun and accessible for children to make with adult supervision.

  • Is this book suitable for picky eaters?

    While the recipes are whimsical and often involve unusual names, many are based on familiar ingredients and dishes, making them a playful way to encourage children to try new things. The focus is on the imaginative connection to the stories rather than gourmet cuisine.

  • Does this cookbook feature illustrations?

    The book includes Quentin Blake's distinctive illustrations, which are characteristic of Roald Dahl's original books. These drawings accompany the recipes, adding to the playful and imaginative feel of the cookbook.