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Queenscliffe Literary Festival: Three Decades of The Cook's Companion

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Event

Queenscliffe Literary Festival: Three Decades of The Cook's Companion


Time & date

11:15am, 17th October 2026


Location

Queenscliff Town Hall View map

50 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff, VIC 3225


Tickets

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Tickets $30, or $22 for concession.

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About

Australian restaurateur, writer and food icon Stephanie Alexander takes us inside the remarkable legacy of The Cook’s Companion—the beloved kitchen bible that has shaped generations of Australian home cooks. Thirty years, and 550,000 copies, after the book’s first publication, Stephanie reflects on its enduring influence and cultural impact and its place in Australia’s culinary history.  With Lisa Wilkinson.

Book

The Cook's Companion 30th Anniversary Edition

A FULLY UPDATED EDITION WITH NEW RECIPES AND ENTRIES CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE COOKBOOK – OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD

‘Anyone who cooks – or eats – needs this book.’ NIGELLA LAWSON
‘A must-have.’ JAMIE OLIVER
‘The definitive book on all subjects.’ YOTAM OTTOLENGHI
‘The Cook’s Companion has helped shape a nation of quality home cooks.’ NEIL PERRY
‘The go-to reference that gives cooks at every level continuous inspiration.’ MAGGIE BEER

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