Hello, All,

You should read this newsletter, because it's got free stuff!

One of my favorite songs is the World War II-era hit Ac-cent-tchu-ate The Positive by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters. As the chorus goes, so do I:
You got to ac-cent-tchu-ate the positive
E-lim-i-nate the negative
And latch on to the affirmative
Don't mess with Mr. In-between

While it's often been a challenge to do over the last two years, I've reaped the rewards of that positivity, maintaining an active social life both in and out of the shop, which has kept me sane. I'm thankful to have a rewarding business that keeps me busy, curious, and connected. I'm not sure what I would have done without it.

Others in our industry have not been so lucky - the food industry has been hit particularly hard. So, we want to thank those in that industry in a very fun way. My favorite food history group, newly renamed CHNorCal (Culinary Historians of Northern California) is sponsoring an incredibly generous cookbook giveaway from our shop; here's the deal: If you are in the food business (farmers, grocery clerks, cooks, servers, distillers, bartenders, culinary students, food writers, et al.), you have the month of February to come in to Omnivore and choose one of five titles to take home as a thank-you gift for all the hard work (or no work) you've endured through the pandemic. To celebrate the diversity of Black History Month, we are offering ten each of the following titles:

That's it. No strings attached. First come, first served, and you must come in person, because we love to see your lovely faces, masked or not.

Believe it or not, there's a second great deal this month, offered by the good people at Chronicle Books. If you pre-order a copy of Cathy Barrow and Linda Xie's upcoming book, Bagels, Schmears and a Nice Piece of Fish, you will receive a coupon for a free Boichik bagel and schmear! Again, it's first ordered, first served - we have 20 coupons available through Feb. Additionally, Cathy Barrow will be at Omnivore to give a talk about the book on March 24.

This is a lot of information, so I don't want to take up too much more of your time. but as usual, we have new event additions, including a big one in May with Andy Baraghani! Check out our events listings and come join us at our live (and safe) events,

Sincerely
Celia Sack
Omnivore Books on Food
Upcoming Events at 
Omnivore Books

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We're thrilled to finally be hosting author events in the shop again! We are allowing attendance up to 30 people, and you must be masked and vaccinated to attend. 

As always, signed books will be available for anyone who wants one. If you can't make it to the talk, pre-order a signed copy of the book and we'll ship it to you!
Sun. Feb. 6 • Faith Kramer in conversation with Dianne Jacob • 52 Shabbats: Friday Night Dinners Inspired by a Global Jewish Kitchen • 3:00 P.M. FREE!

52 Shabbats is for 30-somethings who are starting to nest and follow the weekly ritual of shabbat. With 75 recipes reinterpreted for today's tastes, essays about how shabbat fits into modern family's lives,  52 Shabbats focuses on how to bring shabbat into the homes of young Jewish families.

CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
Sat. Feb. 12 • Vasanti Bhadkamkar-Balan • Authentic Indian Cooking with Your Instant Pot: Classic and Innovative Recipes for the Home Cook • 3:00 P.M. FREE!

Vasanti leverages the benefits of the Instant Pot® to elevate your favorite dishes, imparting layers of flavor to beloved masalas and curries in less time than the traditional preparation. These recipes save you hours of marinating meats and simmering stews, making elaborate Indian dishes accessible for everyone―even on a weeknight.

CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
Sat. Feb. 26 • Meet Michelle Mandro and women from the ‘Wine Country Women’ Book Series • 3:00 P.M. FREE!


Join us for a celebration of the second-edition of Wine Country Women of Napa Valley, and Wine Country Women of Sonoma County. 

Wine Country Women of Napa Valley is a compilation of family recipes, traditions, and stories from more than sixty Napa Valley women who have infused the region with their leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit. 

In Wine Country Women of Sonoma County, Michelle Mandro introduces you to the diverse talents of a fascinating group of more than forty-five women who are making significant contributions to the diversity and quality of life in Sonoma County.


CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
Thurs. March 17 • Robert V. Camuto • South of Somewhere: Wine, Food, and the Soul of Italy • 6:30 P.M. FREE!


Fifty years after American writer Robert Camuto first visited his maternal ancestral town of Vico Equense, Italy, he returns to connect with family members and a new generation. Camuto’s fine-grained storytelling in this series of portraits takes us beyond the usual objective views of viniculture into the elusive and magical world of Italian “South-ness", exploring a land that remains an infinite source of fascination and sensory pleasure.


CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
Thurs. March 24 • Cathy Barrow, interviewed by Faith Kramer • Bagels, Schmears, and a Nice Piece of Fish: A Whole Brunch of Recipes to Make at Home • 6:30 P.M. FREE!


Bagel lovers rejoice! This delightful cookbook makes it easy to bake fresh bagels in your own kitchen with just five base ingredients and simple techniques. With advice on mixing the dough, shaping the bagels, proofing, boiling, baking, slicing, and storing, you will be a master bagel-maker in no time.

CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
Sat. March 26 • Erin Gleeson • The Forest Feast Road Trip: Simple Vegetarian Recipes Inspired by My Travels through California • 3:00 P.M. FREE!


From the grapes of the wine country where Gleeson grew up to the avocados of San Diego, California is known for its rich agriculture. The Forest Feast Road Trip showcases 100 vegetarian recipes, depicted in Gleeson’s signature aesthetic of atmospheric photography, charming watercolor illustrations - all inspired by her family’s journey by car through a stunningly geographically diverse setting and the fresh, local produce found in each location.

CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
Thurs. March 31 • Lindsay Gardner in conversation with Leticia Landa • Why We Cook: Women on Food, Identity, and Connection • 6:30 P.M. FREE!


With more than one hundred women restaurateurs, activists, food writers, professional chefs, and home cooks—all of whom are changing the world of food. Featuring essays, profiles, recipes, and more, Why We Cook is curated and illustrated by author and artist Lindsay Gardner, whose visual storytelling gifts bring nuance and insight into their words and their work, revealing the power of food to nourish, uplift, inspire curiosity, and effect change.

CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
Thurs. April 21 • Trevor Felch • San Francisco Cocktails: An Elegant Collection of Over 100 Recipes Inspired by the City by the Bay • 6:30 P.M. FREE!


Featuring recipes from and profiles on some of the most recognizable bars in San Francisco, this is the definitive guide to drinking in the city by the bay. With easy-to-follow recipes sure to be a crowd pleaser and inspiring interviews with local bartenders, this is the perfect gift for cocktail lovers everywhere. 

CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.
OFFSITE EVENT! Wed. May 11 • Book Signing Party with Andy Baraghani to celebrate the release of The Cook You Want to Be: Everyday Recipes to Impress! • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Tofino Wines (2696 Geary Blvd).


Join Andy Baraghani and Omnivore Books at Tofino Wines on May 11 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.! Andy will be on hand to say hi and sign books, and Tofino will have plenty of by-the-glass and bottle options from their stellar list to purchase. 

The event is free to attend - you must be 21 with proof of vaccination and a mask to enter. 

CAN'T BE THERE? PRE-ORDER A SIGNED BOOK.