Stephanie Alexander: The Cook's Companion 30th Anniversary
Thursday 21 May 2026 at 2:00PM
Cheltenham Library
Event Description
On a mission to spread the joy of good food, Australia’s beloved chef Stephanie Alexander released The Cook’s Companion in 1996.
Now, 30 years and half a million copies later, the book on everybody’s kitchen shelf is back in a fully updated edition with new recipes and expanded information. Offering invaluable insights, tips and tricks from an Australian food icon, The Cook’s Companion 30th Anniversary Edition is ready to inspire a new generation of cooks.
Hear from Stephanie – the creative and authoritative food thinker behind the essential resource – in conversation with fellow chef Adam Liaw in this special event.
Sydney Writers’ Festival is Australia’s largest celebration of books and ideas, bringing the world’s finest authors and esteemed thinkers together for insightful and exhilarating conversations and discussions.
This event is livestreamed direct from Sydney Writers Festival.
When
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Thursday 21 May 2026
Contact
Where
Cheltenham Library
12 Stanley Avenue
Cheltenham VIC 3192
Australia
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