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A Year in a Cottage Kitchen

Written by

Madeleine Olivia

Published

05 March 2026

Who’s the author? Madeleine Olivia is a content creator and author who makes plant-based seasonal living attainable and easy with her delicious yet approachable style of cooking. She began posting on YouTube after quitting her job in 2016 and has since amassed a strong following across social media platforms, where she posts about her life in Cornwall alongside coveted vegan and plant-based recipes.

Madeleine’s previous books include Versatile Vegan, Plant Kitchen Comforts, Make it Vegan, and the sustainable lifestyle guide Minimal.

What’s it about? A Year in a Cottage Kitchen is a celebration of cooking with the seasons, as Madeleine shares her favourite recipes from spring to winter. Woven throughout is her life in Cornwall and its influence on her cooking, with cosy suppers, beachside picnics and al-fresco dinners captured in the book’s beautiful photography.

Whether you, like Madeleine, follow a plant-based diet, or simply love nourishing food with seasonal produce, this cookbook is a welcome addition to any kitchen.

Recipes we love: Wild Garlic and Pine Nut Focaccia, Warm Butter Bean, New Potato and Tomato Salad, Mushroom Satay Kebab, Lemony Green Bean Linguine, Caramelized Onion and Lentil Sausage Rolls, Apple Crumble Loaf, and Chocolate Torte.

Perfect for:  Anyone looking for plant-based recipes inspired by local, seasonal ingredients.

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