One week ago I had the launch party for my cookbook Fast & Easy Five Ingredient Recipes: A Cookbook for Busy People. To say I’m still in disbelief is an understatement. My heart is so full of love and happiness and gratitude. Seriously, thank you! The event was incredible and I am just SO SO grateful to all of you, because without you, none of this would have been possible – and I just had to share the #SweetphiCookbook launch party photos with you. AND there are some pretty nifty giveaways I’m doing at the bottom of the post (win a signed cookbook and gift certificates for Tieks-my fave ballet flats.)
The cookbook launch party took place at the gorgeous Milwaukee Public Market in their upstairs seating area.
The Milwaukee Public Market holds a very special place in my heart because that is where my husband and I had our wedding reception when we got married. Every time I used to go there, I would get all the feels, NOW, I’m going to get even more emotional because I’ll be remembering my cookbook launch party too!
There were over 100 people at the event – how crazy is that? I still cannot believe it – over 100! I thought that ok, my parents would come, my in-laws, a few friends…maybe it would be 20-30 people…TOPS. Nowhere, nohow, noway did I ever imagine getting to meet and see so many people. My favorite part of the event, by far, was getting to see and hug everyone.
For the event, we made 9 different recipes from the cookbook <- yup, 9!! I say “we” because it was a true team effort-I could not have done it without the help of my in-laws. We cooked from 8am -10pm the day before the event, and even the day of the event my mother-in-law was finishing things up. The food was so good, I’m not biased, I promise, everyone else was saying how great all the food was.
Another HUGE THANK YOU goes to the cookbook launch party sponsor, Door to Door Organics (this service is closed now). This party simply would not have been without them. I know I spoke about it when I shared this awesome vegetable frittata recipe, but when I was creating my cookbook, it was Door to Door Organics that came to the rescue week after week. They’re an organic grocery delivery service, and they don’t just have produce boxes that they deliver to your door, they have pantry staples and pretty much every grocery item under the sun. I would plan which recipes I was going to make for the cookbook ahead of time, order groceries, and then come home to find everything waiting for me. Every time it’s delivery day, I come home and smile at their boxes. For the cookbook launch party there was a grand prize gift basket and lots of other goodies that were being given away, all courtesy of Door to Door Organics! (this service is closed now)
Right when the event started, I got these incredibly beautiful flowers delivered-they were from my grandmother-in-law (you may remember her from when we made grape bites) and I was brought to tears. How thoughtful, and it was so special to be able to look over at the flowers throughout the evening.
The thank yous continue – Boswell Books was there selling my cookbook which they did so seamlessly! And, a big thank you to Milwaukee photographer Will Skaggs who took photos of the event.
Launch Week Highlights:
- The cookbook signing and party, and meeting so many of you who had read about the event (and came) from when my cookbook was featured in the newspaper, and to all the local Wisconsin food bloggers who came out to support me.
- My actual cookbook launch date (July 19th)… my cookbook now officially has a birthday!
- Radio interviews (here and here)
- My first live TV appearance (I didn’t fall over and die) – I had practiced by doing my first Facebook live video.
- My cookbook making it to #1 on a category on Amazon!! Speaking of Amazon – if you’ve gotten the cookbook, I would love if you would leave me a review on Amazon, it really helps out with getting the cookbook noticed and the almighty Amazon algorithm.
- Seeing my cookbook ON the shelves of Barnes & Noble – crazy!
A photo posted by Nick Kelnhofer (@nekelnhofer) on
- All the photos you guys have been posting with the cookbook using the #sweetphiblog hashtag, truly – thank you (and I love getting snaps, username Sweetphi)! Here are a few of my faves:
Giveaway time!
Two lucky winners will each receive: 1 signed cookbook and 1 $100 e-gift certificate for Tieks (my fave flats, you can read more about my review of Tieks – here – if you don’t already know about them). To enter, simply leave me a comment telling me what is your favorite organic produce, or what is your favorite recipe from the cookbook? Winners will be randomly chosen 8/1/2016 and notified via email (US entrants only).
Karo says
Strawberries
Sweetphi says
Strawberries are delish, especially in the summer!
cyndi br says
I like organic eggplant and bananas
Sweetphi says
I’m totally digging eggplant this year, going to be using it a lot in the summer 🙂
Rachel Zimmerman says
Organic strawberries
Sweetphi says
They are so good!
Vickie says
Oh wow..awesome launch and congrats!
If I’d been in your area I would have attended and what a perfect venue for the launch and weddings too.
I love love veggies…therefore hard to pick one fave.
I’ll say tomato as I use them daily.
And, I can’t wait to make your new magic green sauce.
Thanks!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much Vickie! Hope you love the magic green sauce – it’s so amazing!
Lorena Keech says
I try to stick with organic berries and apples. I haven’t tried recipes yet but the lasagna recipe caught my attention.
Sweetphi says
That lasagna recipe is so good, I think you’ll love it 🙂 Thank you for commenting!
Steph says
Congrats on the book! I love organic asparagus. i don’t have a fav recipe yet!! I need to make some
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much for the comment 🙂
Shirlsaw63 says
Organic carrots are my fav!
Sweetphi says
I just roasted carrots today, they’re so great!
Ashley H. says
Congrats on the cookbook, Phi! My favorite recipe (so far) is the soy sauce shrimp and grits.
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much for your congratulations and support!! And I loooove those soy sauce shrimp and grits, so glad to hear you liked it too 🙂
Jen Corpening says
I love organic anything fruit and veggie! Favorite recipe would be the Frittata….so good and easy!
Sweetphi says
The frittata!!! Man o man, i make that every week, totally in love with the fresh veggies, thank you so much for commenting!
Andrea says
Favorite organic: anything from my CSA, but especially their carrots. Or maybe the sun gold cherry tomatoes.
Sweetphi says
Love that you support your local CSA, and I grow sun gold cherry tomatoes in my garden, so I know first hand how amazing they are 🙂
Susan P. says
Congratulations on your cookbook launch! My favorite recipe would have to be the Vegetable Frittata – so easy and quick!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much for your congratulations, and I love that frittata recipe so much, I just made one this weekend again 🙂
Jess Fout says
Organic kale is my favorite!
Sweetphi says
Yum, love kale!
patricia caradonna says
My favorite organic produce is strawberries.
Sweetphi says
Love strawberries, especially in the summer 🙂
Mary W says
My favorite organic produce is what ever is currently in season and locally sourced. It could be collards, swiss chard or cantaloupe. What ever grows close by and in season is my favorite.
Kim Henrichs says
My favorite organic produce is definitely the local peaches and apples here!
Sweetphi says
Oh yum, I want to live where you are where they have fresh peaches, that’s for sure 🙂
Tanya says
Beets! – love them or hate them, but I love them! As for your recipes – I have just “discovered” you (I know, I know, where have I been living?!!)- I can’t wait to try them…I have been eyeing up so many, I don’t know where to start!
Sweetphi says
Hi Tanya, thank you so much for your lovely comment! Welcome! And I love beets too 🙂
Cait Hawley says
Love organic peaches from my local produce delivery!
Crystal says
Organic raspberries from the farmer’s market. I just can get enough when they’re in season!
Sweetphi says
Fresh fruit is just the best when it’s in season, you’re so right about that!
Molly says
I love summer squash! Roasted or grilled, it’s amazing!
Sweetphi says
Yesssss, love summer squash! I’ve been adding it to baked goods left and right!
Charlotte McKinney says
Do I have to pick just one? My favorite recipe is of course the Ramen bowl! Even my husband, who hates cooking, likes making it. Let me tell you that is high praise.
Sweetphi says
Thank you SO much – that is the sweetest comment ever, and LOVE that your husband makes it!!!
Margaret says
favorite is the broccoli, pecan, apricot dish. Delicious.
Favorite vegetable brussel sprouts
Sweetphi says
Oh I’m so glad you like that recipe – that is truly one of my faves! Thank you for commenting!
Terry says
I’m so happy to have found your site!! Looking forward to working my way through your recipes!!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much Terry for your kind words! Welcome, and I hope you find some recipes you like.
Sarah says
I’m so impressed Phi! This sounds like an amazing event. Have loved following along with your cookbook adventure. Wish I could have been there!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much Sarah, and thank you for all your support along the way!
Cindy Patton says
Can’t wait to get the book!
Sweetphi says
I hope you enjoy it Cindy!
Ami@NaiveCookCooks says
My favorite organic produce to buy is KALE (hands down!!) 🙂
Sweetphi says
Kale is super delish, love roasting it so it gets a little crispy.
ami@naivecookcooks says
Phi so so happy for you!! You deserve all this success!! The launch party looks so much fun and love all the details!! CONGRATS again!!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much!!
Alison says
Strawberries are my favorite organic produce
Sweetphi says
They’re so good – especially in the summertime 🙂
Kelsey says
My favorite organic produce is spinach!
Sweetphi says
Oh I love spinach, just used it in some veggie lasagna today 😉
Gwenn Ferguson says
My fav organic food is strawberries, just thinking about them makes me happy.
Sweetphi says
I’m right there with you – strawberries are just so good!
Cassie says
I haven’t made anything yet but have a lot bookmarked! I am making the stuffed peppers this week and I plan to make the rack salad next week! Great book!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much Cassie – I think you’ll enjoy the recipes 🙂
Cindy says
My fave organic produce item (today;) is Swiss chard.
Sweetphi says
Oh I love swiss chard, especially the rainbow kind with gorgeous stems
Wendy says
Love a good kale salad
Sweetphi says
Oh goodness, me too, kale is delish
Laura M says
I love organic berries during the summer!
Sweetphi says
Me too, they’re sweeter with sunshine 😉
Heather S says
My favorite organic veggie is green beans. Nothing like picking them and eating them out of your garden 🙂
Sweetphi says
You’re so right, garden fresh, nothing beats that 🙂
andrea rentea says
Truly amazing recipes,all of which have turned out. The book launch party was so festive and fun. I especially liked the broccoli apricot salad. What a delicious combination. When the creamy leek and cheese dip came out we thought we were in heaven.
Thank you again for a wonderful usable cook book, great organic food from DDO and the great company and friendly faces. Keep up this incredible good food to share for all of us.
Sweetphi says
Thank you SO much for coming to the book launch party!!!! It was so nice seeing you there, and I’m beyond excited that you liked the food 🙂
Jessica says
Amazing! I love the look and vibe of your launch party – it looks pretty special! That cheese board and the Door to Door Organica sponsor seems perfect! I’m excited to check out this new cookbook and share it with my friends and ALL the busy Moms we know – there are a lot of them who would benefit from this cookbook! Yay! Congratulations :)!
Sweetphi says
Awe, thank you so much for your kind words, truly appreciate it!
Jodi Hunter says
The Southern Style Chicken Sandwich looks like the “one” to be my favorite.
Sweetphi says
Oh my goodness, we totally love those sandwiches and are now making them again because of your wonderful comment, thank you 🙂
Rebecca S. says
My favorite organic summer produce are the raspberries and currants from my garden and the wild berries we pick in the forest.
Sweetphi says
I haven’t had currants since I was a kid and now I am totally craving them. YUM!
Shoshana Rose says
I absolutely LOVE organic strawberries. Once you have them, you can’t go back to conventionally grown!
Sweetphi says
I’m right there with you, I went to a strawberry picking field last year, and nothing has had quite the same flavor as fresh organic strawberries!
Alexandra Robertson says
What a fun event! Congratulations! My favorite organic produce is strawberries. Especially right now being pregnant in the summer I am craving them non stop! I would love to win your book!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much for your comment, and I hope you get all the strawberries in the world during the summer 😉
Amy S. says
My favorite organic produce is berries. They actually taste like berries! Haha!
Sweetphi says
Haha, I’m right there with you 😉
Ker says
I am so impressed with this cookbook, Phi! I love the sections at the end, and was just planning to share my thoughts on FB as I think it’s FABULOUS for newly-weds and couples who want to cook together! Fantastic idea!
Sweetphi says
Thank you SO MUCH! I love the section at the back of the book with the menus and tips, and I’m SO happy you like them too. A million thank yous for all your love and support, it was great seeing you, and I cannot wait to catch up one of these days (soon hopefully!) Have a great week girl, thank you again!
Sandy A. says
I want to try the Potato Chorizo Hash. My favorite organic produce is supposed to be broccoli (but really it’s potatoes)
Sweetphi says
I love potatoes too – and that hash is suuuuper good, hope you enjoy it 🙂
Amy C. says
Organic blueberries for our family! Congrats on your cookbook!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much, and yum, blueberries in the summertime are delish!
Faye Gates says
I love all the vegetables. I can’t wait to cook some of the recipes. I love anything southern (I’m from Charleston, SC) and only 5 Ingredient Recipes. I am so happy for you!
Sweetphi says
Thank you SO MUCH Faye, truly, thank you for your kind words and congratulations!
Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire says
I am so excited for you!! I haven’t made anything from the book yet, but I do plan on making quite a few things from it. There are so many delicious things it’s been hard to decide. Congrats again!!!
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much!! I hope you enjoy 🙂
Lynn @ Order in the Kitchen says
HMMM lately it’s been your carnitas but I LOVE the feta chicken and the ramen bowls as well! Also the PB cookies were a huge success!
Sweetphi says
YAY, so glad you’re liking the recipes. The carnitas are so yummy, that reminds me to go make them again asap, now i’m totally craving them! And those peanut butter cookies – omg so good!! Glad they were well received 🙂
Courtney says
I would say may favorite organic produce are all salad ingredients, there really is a difference. Although I can’t wait to try those pancakes from your book, I need a simple and quick recipe and this one sounds perfect.
Sweetphi says
I totally can tell the difference in ingredients too – especially in salads! Thank you so much for your comment – I think you’d love the pancakes.
Jean Pavlovic says
I got mine in the mail yesterday. My sister is coming next week, and I plan to make the French Toast Casserole.
Sweetphi says
Thank you so much for your comment Jean. That french toast casserole is sooooo good – I actually went to a brunch this past weekend where someone had made it from the cookbook, and it was a huge hit, so I hope you’ll enjoy it too!
Jeffrey says
I eat more organic bananas than a gorilla at a zoo!
Sweetphi says
Haha, I hear you, we eat so many organic bananas in our household too!
Jamie says
The frozen bananas foster is hands down my favorite recipe in the book! We’ve got a few other recipes on the weekly meal plan this week but those milkshakes are life. Congrats on the launch of your cookbook, it is beautiful!
Sweetphi says
AWWWWW THANK YOU so much for your comment Jamie! Those shakes are so good, your comment makes me want to go home and make them asap! Hope you enjoy the other recipes in the book too!
Abby @ Heart of a Baker says
It was SO fun to see you at the party and I can’t tell you how happy I am for you!! Let’s grab dinner SOON now that you have a little extra time on your hands 🙂 xoxo
Sweetphi says
Thank YOU so much for coming to the party and for all your support girl! Lets definitely get together asap 😉
Denise E. says
I haven’t tried them YET…(actually they’re on my menu plan for next week), but the Southern Style Chicken sandwiches sound A-mazing! I wish I could’ve made the trip to Milwaukee to attend the festivities, but it was my husband’s vacation week and I leave the event-planning to him (he would rather go fishing).
Sweetphi says
Oh those southern style chicken sandwiches…they are SO GOOD! I think you’ll really love them. And you’re so kind, I know you were there in spirit 🙂