A Well-Read Tart

A Food and Book Lover’s Blog

HELLO BEAUTIFUL Book Review

I’d seen Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano circling Bookstagram for almost a year before I read it. This family saga was receiving a lot of hype, and I’ve been disappointed by overhyped books before. What finally convinced me to read Hello...

Our Amazing Visit to Claude Monet’s House and Gardens

Welcome back, Tartlets! We’re ending our French vacation today at Monet’s House and Gardens. You’ve already heard me go on and on about the picturesque village of Giverny, France. But I’m sure a lot of you were wondering why I didn’t talk...

Lobster Tortellini Salad (Recipe Inspired by THE SUMMER CLUB)

Indulge in your Decadence Era this summer with Lobster Tortellini Salad.   Why is Lobster Tortellini Salad the book-inspired recipe for The Summer Club? Since The Summer Club takes place at a swanky New England country club, there’s a lot of...

Almond Kentucky Butter Cake (Recipe Inspired by HORSE)

I’ve developed a love-hate relationship with this Almond Kentucky Butter Cake. LOVE: There’s a whole lotta love for this nutty spin on a classic Southern dessert. The flavor and the texture are exceptional. HATE: Getting this freakin’ cake...

Lemon Spinach Basmati Rice (Recipe Inspired by FORGOTTEN SISTERS)

As you read earlier this week, Tartlets, Lemon Spinach Basmati Rice is another book-inspired recipe for Forgotten Sisters. While this side dish would work great with a bunch of different main courses (see below), I absolutely love it served with...

Simple Lemon Sable Cookies (Recipe Inspired by A BAKERY IN PARIS)

Guys. GUYS. I made Lemon Sablé Cookies.  I feel so French. Oh la la.  What is a sable (sablé) cookie? Unless you watch a lot of Great British Bake Off or Food Network, you might be wondering what a sable cookie is. Or, a sablé, if you want to...

Pfeffernusse Sugar Cookies with Easy Marbled Icing (Recipe Inspired by DECODING THE STARS)

It’s the most fattening -- er, wonderful time of the year, Tartlets! It's COOKIE SEASON! And, Pfeffernusse Sugar Cookies with Easy Marbled Icing are sure to impress all your guests this holiday season.   Why are Pfeffernusse Sugar Cookies with...

Classic Victoria Sponge (Recipe Inspired by GAD’S HALL)

I polished off this entire Classic Victoria Sponge in about a week. Yes, I gained five pounds afterward. Yes, it was worth it.  Worth it, do you hear me?    Why is Victoria Sponge the book-inspired dessert for Gad's Hall?  The Thorley family...

Super Simple Mac and Cheese (Recipe Inspired by GHOSTS)

Tartlets, I'm coming at you today with my go-to Super Simple Mac and Cheese recipe. This is the version of mac and cheese that I make all. the. time. That is always in demand.   Why is Super Simple Mac and Cheese the book-inspired recipe...