I stumbled into the shop this weekend by accident. It was a very pleasant surprise! The selection is fantastic. It is well curated and there are so many cool cookbooks I've never seen at other stores. They even have books that aren't cookbooks, like children's books about food. I picked up two! I only had about 30 minute to spend but I could've spent at least an hour perusing. They have a small sale section. They also have staff recs and explanations about the books highlighted. The person working was friendly and kind. I'll definitely be back! read more

This place is the sacred ground for food and book lovers! The staff is super helpful and friendly. I ended up purchasing a few handmade cards by the front register cause they were fun, funky and within my budget. The front count bottle necks a little bit by the front door but overall such a fun and positive experience. read more

Who knew a cookbook only bookstore can be so cute and charming? The cookbooks and food books are actually very well curated. They have a wonderful signed edition collections and pull in some impressive chefs and authors. Great space for book signings or book talk events, so definitely check their schedule. read more

The Book Larder is a charming little book store that sells all food-related books including cookbooks, restaurant guides for different cities, food theory/analysis, and food-related greeting cards and games. You can find cookbooks for any culture, lifestyle, diet, or interest. As a vegan, I found plenty of books that applied to me. There are lots of books about food in Seattle and the PNW as well. If you take public transportation, the store is right off the 5 bus route. read more

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Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the broad selection, there really is a cookbook for everyone here. Extremely happy I stopped by read more

Beautiful book shop dedicated to cookbooks! Awesome concept and great space. Friendly staff and great selection of books. read more

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what a great resource! Soo happy to get an autographed copy of Samin Nosrat's GOOD THINGS in the neighborhood

I finally went here for the first time and it's a cookbook lover's heaven!! I can't wait to go back. Books are nicely displayed and categorized. I went for Polina Chesnakova's cookbook talk on her new book Everyday Cakes. It was lovely and ended with some of her cake! It was a little toasty in there on a summer evening with the sun besting into a small room but fans were going. I look forward to returning to more cookbook author talks and perusing the best selection of cookbooks that I've ever seen! read more

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I LOVE cookbooks. They're my favorite type of book. I love reading cookbooks and learning from them. I love looking at cookbooks with great photos. 95% of the books I check out from the library are cookbooks. This is why I was so excited when I learned about Book Larder! We stopped in one afternoon while visiting Seattle and I had a field day just looking around. There were so many cookbooks I've never heard of, and I have heard of a lot! The shop itself is thoughtfully arranged with great displays. If I lived nearby I would go to all their events! They have a small kitchen setup and someone was cooking something on the stovetop when we were there. I love the vintage window display. The only reason I'm not giving five stars is because we were completely ignored by both the women working while we were there. It was sort of awkward since the store is not big and they didn't even look at us, smile, say hello... nothing. The only interaction we received was when we politely said thank you when leaving. I thought it was really weird since anyone coming into a store like this probably has something in common with the people working there. My friend also commented on how strange it was. A simple "hello, let us know if you need help with anything," when a customer enters can go a long way for making people feel welcome. read more

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Catching up on Yelp reviews. This was for an author visit the MKE Yelper wanted to attend at Book Larder on 10/12/18. I love supporting indie bookstores, especially when the focus is all things related to cookbooks. That evening also happen to coincide with their 7th anniversary where they were hosting a multifaceted chef who divides her time between Seattle and Karachi, Pakistan. It was a small, intimate gathering where we got to sample a recipe from her cookbook, listen to the chef/author's anecdotes, and of course, Q&A. I've attended several of these type of author readings/lectures. Book Larder has monthly events like that, cooking/baking classes, helpful professional staff, and an amazing selection of cookbooks and culinary related gifts. Make sure to sign up for their monthly newsletter. Plus join their buyer's club where you accrue enough for free gifts and a mighty discount on a future purchase. With the volume of books I've purchased over the years, it a miracle the second floor of my townhouse hasn't collapsed! read more

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This place is a magical bookstore focusing only on cookbooks. The magic comes in a few ways - but I'd say the first is that by focusing on a specific genre of books, it allows the store to more fully explore that category. I find traditional bookstores (particularly small and independent ones) try to be everything to everyone. The result is a superficial level of the top sellers. Book Larder is a place that can fully explore the wide range of the cookbook section, it's really a delight. The magic here also comes through in their strong partnerships with authors and chefs. They always have reading or some other events in addition to a lot of signed books available. They also have a demonstration kitchen in the middle of the bookstore which is fun for some hands on demonstrations. If you're in the area and enjoy cooking and/or bookstores - Book Larder is a must. read more

BC: Book larder is a small, independent book store that caters to the art of cookery. There are loads of different options available to shoppers including loads of different options sorted by cuisine. In the days before C, it was also home to instructional cookery classes and catered to a lunch and learn crowd with a small section of unique books. AC: This used to be my go-to book store in the Seattle area but sadly is no longer the case. Before going to the store, you need to register online via their website as traffic for the store is strictly limited due to C. I didn't have a booking and waited approximately 10 minutes before being allowed in between appointments - so registering ahead of time is strongly advisable. When I finally gained access, one of the staff members was blunt when I declined sanitising my hands due to the chronic skin condition I've formed from hand sanitiser which sadly left a really sour taste in my mouth. When I asked about their second hand/older book selection which was the main reason I would keep coming back I was informed that they stopped doing it. Sadly they killed one of the main things that made this store unique and served the bad news to me with some attitude. If you want to support an independent book seller who specialises in cookery books then shop here. If you're after something special or a unique gem, sadly they no longer carry those. read more

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Oh, Book Larder. You feed my addiction and I love you for it. As the owner of somewhere north of (ahem) 500 cookbooks, I'm pretty picky about adding new ones to my collection. Book Larder has the most comprehensive selection in the city, and I never walk away empty handed. I appreciate that they have a decent selection of British imports, and a strong section of local authors as well. The staff are friendly and willing to help you find something if you need a recommendation, and they have a great lineup of author talks (currently online). Would it be cheaper to get most of these books on Amazon? Undoubtedly. But this place is a treasure and it is worth supporting, even if it costs a bit more. read more

The Book Larder is the BEST. They have such a fantastic selection of cookbooks for people who: - are new to cooking - love cooking - love baking - want to learn about a specific cuisine - etc PLUS they have such great events like classes and author talks. I highly recommend checking this place out for their books and events if you even remotely enjoy cooking and/or trying new foods! read more

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Have lived in the neighborhood for years and am just now finding out about this space. It really is special. I saw a chef who had been featured on the Today Show - very very professional, put on a great show. Very warm and friendly atmosphere. read more

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Book Larder has been donating delicious, clean, fresh-tasting vegetarian dishes to Harborview Medical Center during these tough times. One of the BEST dishes I've ever had! Thank you, Book Larder! read more

Book Larder - Fresh clean bright salad w/ asparagus, snap peas, mint, radish, & carrots w greens, orzo, & lentils. And an unbelievable nutty hummus!! - Bookstores Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Here are the things I don't like about Book Larder: Parking is kind of a pain, and it's not on the Eastside, so driving there is kind of a pain, too. Now that I've gotten that out of the way, let me tell you about this little piece of heaven on earth for foodies and home cooks. It's small - just one room with book cases on all the walls, a couple of center displays, and a large chef's island for cooking demos. Yet somehow, they manage to fit in a marvelous assortment of cookbooks - if you're looking for it, it's here. If it isn't here, it's probably out of print, but the owner and staff know exactly the book you're talking about and agree it's a terrible shame. In other words, they know their stuff. You can get cookbooks anywhere, but that kind of knowledge is hard to come by, and so too are the events, which are worth braving a bridge and a parking headache for. Get a chance to ask your favorite cookbook author a question, and get their newest book signed, and learn some things you never would have thought of while you're there. The biggest problem with Book Larder may actually be this: I'll probably go bankrupt on their front steps one day. But, if I do it with a smile on my face, can it possibly be a bad thing? read more

One of my FAVORITE things about Seattle. If you like bookstores and if you LOVE cookbooks; check this place out! I think my bf and I spent 2 hours browsing the store and I didn't even get to walk around the whole store! They have a HUGE selection of both newer and older releases. I ended up buying 3 "Shortstack" Cookbooks since I couldn't buy an actual cookbook to bring back to CA (we chose to travel living out of our backpacks). Also, I think they do cooking demos or events at their store because they have a stocked kitchen with chairs in the center of their shop. Pretty cool! I would spend sooo much time AND money here if I lived in the Seattle area! Lol. Check it out! read more

Adorable shop!!! This is a little slice of heaven for anyone who is looking for a cookbook! I have heard of this shop for over a year. I was finally able to get into one of their cooking classes later this summer. I listen to their podcast and was lucky enough to be a taster for their French Pastry Bake off. What a fun community they are building. I just wish I lived in the neighborhood so I could be a regular. read more

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Book Larder is a new bookstore that sells cookbooks exclusively. The only one in Seattle in fact. It is located in the burgeoning upper (North) Fremont area in Seattle. A few of the bookstore's neighbors are Dot's, Uneeda Burger and the revered Paseo. The store is primarily a bookstore with a kitchen section in the back for cooking classes. It is also a hub for cookbook author signings, which means they have autographed copies of numerous titles. The cookbook selection here is for the serious foodie/food porn enthusiast. With limited space, it is impossible to carry every single title out there. The majority of the books are new, but I found a handful of collectibles (ex. Toll House Heritage Cookbook which is OOP). You likely will not find a Rachael Ray cookbook or some fad cookbook (ex. South Beach Diet) here. You will need to go to B&N or buy it on Amazon. What you will find here are the classics (ex. Julia Child), books by the master chefs and mix that in with specialty cookbooks on topics like exotic cuisines, pies and macarons. They even had the really heavy, encyclopedic Modernist Cuisine book set. A great selection of cookbooks here, though a little confused by how books are ordered. It did not seem like it was alphabetical so I am not sure and I did not see any signage. If you can't find it a title, I would ask for help. Book Larder is a great addition to Fremont and the Seattle area. The existence of a cookbook bookstore serves notice that Seattle is a true foodie town. read more

Bookstore + cookbooks + lunchtime cooking lessons = brilliant. The staff are amazing - you can tell they love food and people and introducing people to new food experiences and great writing. Definitely a "not to be missed" stop on any Seattle visit. read more

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As an avid cookbook reader, aspiring foodie and baker the Book Larder was made for me, but I didn't realize how much until I took a puff pastry class from Rachel Coyle. I was worried with a topic as tricky as puff pastry the class would be a demo, but it wasn't! We had the opportunity to do lots of hands on work, as as many questions as we wanted. Our class was limited to 10 people which really gave an intimate but social feeling. I'd definitely do this again. I learned so much because Rachel was so knowledgable, friendly and approachable. I also got a chance to eat a few tasty bites as well. I felt instantly comfortable, which always helps when one is approaching a new subject matter. Then, there is their book selection--so extensive. I know that they carefully select their books, not just stock their shelves with anything that's trendy. Thanks for the great class Rachel and Book Larder, I'll be back for another class (Croissants??) and to check out a few books! read more

SO IN LOVE. Book Larder is the best part about living in Fremont. Selection: You'll find cookbooks from around the world, classic works, cookbooks written by Pacific Northwest authors, books covering every dietary restriction, specialty books about matcha...beer...cocktails...and so much more. I've purchased 4 or 5 cookbooks here including Dining In by Alison Roman, Dinner by Melissa Clark and The Beauty Chef by Carla Oates. Events: Many authors will work Book Larder into their cookbook tour. I had the pleasure of meeting Michelle Smith, author of The Whole Smiths' Good Food Cookbook and Lindsey Smith, author of Eat Your Feelings on their respective tours. Both events were complete with a cooking demonstration, food + drink samples, and signed cookbooks. I recently purchased my ticket to Rene Redzepi's tour for Noma Ferments. This event will be co-hosted by Book Larder in Capitol Hill. I am SO excited to listen to Rene, taste his cooking, and dive headfirst into his new book. At this adorable, colorful shop you'll also find specialty gift items such as locally-made harissa, bullet journals, cute cards. read more

I collect cookbooks like people collect coins (or whatever it is cool people collect these days). Like I literally cannot resist buying a good cookbook or book about food when I see one, and I'll read them from cover to cover just for kicks. The Book Larder is like a gift from above for me. A one stop shop for all your cookbook needs? Count me in! The store is a bit smaller than I imagined -- there is only one medium-sized room. However, the selection of books is great, and there are even a lot of autographed books on sale as well. Their prices are on the pricier side, but I'm willing to pay a bit more to support this unique shop. One thing I wish they had was a little nook or something where you could sit and chill with a book. Additionally, they have a membership program, where you get $20 if you spend $200. Another cool thing they do are events were you can meet the chefs/authors of a particular cookbook. I'd recommend signing up for their mailing list if you're interested in this sort of thing! read more

I love the fact that there is a bookstore that specialized in cooking and baking...plus they do have the kitchen demo that could be utilized as a cooking class area...pretty cool concept.. To see more pictures...check out out past meetup picture at http://www.meetup.com/Seattle-Baking-and-Dessert-club/ read more

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I came here during a retreat for work where we got to take a cooking class. This was such a wonderful space and perfect for a cooking lesson/demo. The space is the cutest - it's a charming bookstore that exclusively sells cookbooks, and is it extremely well curated. They are very thoughtful about the books they carry and the staff are quite familiar with the recipes and types of cookbooks appropriate for different occasions and skill levels. In the back of the bookstore in a cooking demo station. It's created for a small group, no more than 10, and really lets you see what the instructor is doing and at the same time gives you space to participate. We learned how to make fresh pasta with Amanda and it was so much fun! She made pasta making feel so accessible and I left the class really feeling like I could make the dishes we made in class at home. I learned new techniques and her personality is so friendly and warm, even the least skilled cook will feel comfortable and encouraged. While I was in a private class, they do offer classes for the public and they also do lunch time cooking demos ($25 a person and you get a full meal!). All their classes are really small, which makes it fun for a date or a small group activity. I definitely want to come back, take more classes, and thoroughly peruse their books! read more

Super cute place! Came here for their Great Book Larder Bake Off...and the staff was phenomenal. It's a bit smaller than I imagined, but their selection for books is exemplary. I could honestly spend a good day just going through the books and then trying to whittle down my choices. What kind of five thousand shades of awesome is that?! My only complaint is that parking is a pain...and getting to here is a bit of a pain as well, but it's a pain I'll endure or I'll just uber/lyft it over. I'm coming back here in January for another bake off -- this time it's chocolate. Hope to see you there! read more

We're so lucky to have this wonderful shop! They have an amazing range of cookbooks and I've enjoyed many classes and author talks over the years. I hadn't been in the store for many months and was delighted that they had planned everything out so well. I made an appointment online and felt very comfortable shopping. read more

I am so in love with this place. First of all, it's beautiful. Small but not crowded, the books are carefully arranged along the walls with a huge table in the middle for cooking demonstrations. When they aren't hosting events, they encourage you to take the books off the shelves and sit down at the table to flip though. Pretty great, especially since cookbooks can be seriously heavy. Book Larder sells all the newest cookbooks, including those written by your favorite celebrity chefs, popular bloggers, and everyone who has ever been on Top Chef. But they also sell books on more specialized subjects, including beer-making and canning/preserving. They have a small section of antique/rare cookbooks, which I would love to see them expand. The oldest cookbook I saw was from 1898. I came to Book Larder looking for a Scandinavian cookbook, thinking they might have one or two. You can imagine my surprise when they actually had about seven or eight different cookbooks for me to choose from, including some that had been imported from Great Britain. Umm, amazing. When I got home, I of course went online to see how much I had over paid. I was so happy to see that, at least for imports, their prices are the same (or in some cases cheaper, as you don't have to pay for shipping) as what you'll find online. That having been said, I'm sure you can get many of the popular cookbooks they sell cheaper on Amazon or at Costco. But, the experience of perusing the shelves of this cool place cannot be replicated online. They had so many cookbooks I had never even heard of before, so it's a great store to come to if you're out of ideas on what to cook. One more thing: you will definitely leave here with your mouth watering. Thank goodness Dot's Delicatessen is just a few doors down and can satiate any cravings until you get home and can crack open your new cookbook yourself! read more

Totally wasn't sure what to expect when showed up here for a book event. But this place is cook book lovers dream!! Wall to wall of amazing cookbooks for every taste and cuisine! The best part was the employees they were beyond nice! I came with a very active two year old, they offered an activity book to help occupy her. I plan to come back for another event! read more

My husband and I, newly married, had always loved unique cookbooks but put off buying them because we could never find one that resonated with us in a store. Walking around Fremont the other day we saw this shop and on a whim decided we would go in and each buy one cookbook. Just one. Something surrounding food we really loved, to celebrate our marriage. We walked out with four cookbooks after I'd spent half an hour trying not to buy nine of them. That's right, nine. The staff was very helpful and nice. They were baking things and talking about new recipes to make. It is clear they really know their books and have actually made the recipes in them. They were able to tell me the distinct differences between two very similar books on using a Wok and help me find the best possible book for me. I could spend HOURS in this place. They have books on canning and preserving, growing a garden for your kitchen, Italian food, Indian food, asian fusion, northwest food, every type of dessert specialty imaginable, beer, whine, bread making, pizza making... you name it, they have it. I was blown away. I will definitely be coming back here. read more

HAIKU REVIEW! A feast of cookbooks Great titles and greater staff What's this? Fresh baked treats?!?! read more

I came to Book Larder for a book signing and while I was impressed by the store, the event surpassed the capacity of the store and I had to wait on the sidewalk for a while. The store is awesome, floor to ceiling shelves with nothing but cookbooks, for any style of cooking. Specialty stores like this are super-cool. While you do have to RSVP for the events, make sure to get there early. read more

Ever since my first pregnancy, my favorite book genre has been 'food'. So imagine my joy, pregnant with baby #2, at stepping inside Book Larder. What a delightful idea - cookbook and food literature shop with a kitchen for author demos. Just the thing for foodie Seattle! And for me. I was in heaven. I especially love how many local authors you can find at Book Larder. Be sure to add 'Good Fish' and the Macrina cookbook to your shelves. read more

Oh, this is going to be a dangerous relationship. Today, I just came here for the first time (have had a long distance Facebook flirtation for quite some time, but never managed to make it in yet.) As a compulsive book buyer/ lover AND a self-proclaimed gastronome, this store might just be my kryptonite. I could have browsed for hours, but was on a strict schedule! Made it out in 45 minutes for less than $70, could have been a lot worse. I can see myself spending many an hour here in the future-- one shelf at a time (so as not to get overwhelmed) AND with a strict budget in hand. And I think i'll have to enforce my recent rule-- a photo accompanying at least 3/4 of the recipes unless it is a Classic. Yes, I eyeball when flipping... BUT There. Had. Better. Be. Heaps. Of. Photos. (Perfect, now I will just refer to this review anytime I am in the shop to ensure I'm not tempted. :) I'm unaware of any other food-related bookstores in the country, but I am sure there must be-- hoping this is a trend! Love the catchy name :) I'm about to peruse the upcoming schedule-- def would love to attend an author lecture or cooking class in the near future. read more

Very cool little bookstore! They have a very well curated selection of cookbooks in a comfortable environment. It was a pleasure to be there. Prices were competitive too. The best part is their cooking classes - they have big names come through to teach author-led cooking classes. Sign up for the popular ones early as capacity is very limited. read more

Such friendly, helpful staff! I truly enjoy the customer services here! They have a wide variety of cook books from technique books to baking, to BBQ and all the classics! I will be back soon read more

It does not get better than this. When I first heard about a store that exclusively sold cookbooks, I was already sold on this place. Walking in the first time, it felt like I was a kid in Disneyland. The store itself has a very warm vibe to it and I really like the layout. One end has a small kitchen and a large counter where cooking demos are hosted. All of the islands with books double as storage for chairs and seem to be on rollers for the book events they have. On the walls are an amazingly well curated selection of cookbooks. While they definitely don't have space to carry everything, they do a great job carrying the best selections in many categories. I've bought four books there so far and would buy far more, but I have promised myself I will stick to one a month. While a store focused on cookbooks is amazing in and of itself, the best part of this place is the staff. The times I've been in, they have been very helpful in helping me decide which cookbooks to get. They are very knowledgable and have cooked out of many of their books. When I needed a Hmong cookbook, they not only knew of a couple different ones (one of which is being marketed as a Thai cookbook) they were able to steer me to the perfect one. When I e-mailed a suggestion recently, I was shocked at how quickly they responded and also the fact that they remembered who I was and even what we chatted about. This place can't compete with online pricing, but do yourself a favor: don't be evil. Support an independent bookstore that keeps money in the community, brings in amazing authors, hosts tons of cooking events, and provides some of the best customer service you'll ever experience at a book store, period. read more

Book Larder is a delightful shop specializing in only cookbooks in the north Fremont area. They have a huge amount of titles, lots of popular new books as well, and the owners/workers are all amazing and super friendly. As another reviewer mentioned, the prices can't compete with online (all books are MSRP), but they have a ton of events, many of which are the cost of the book that goes along with the guest speaker, and you can get it autographed, so that's an added bonus. Sometimes if you go shortly after a talk, they might still have some of the extra autographed books around! The talks/cooking demos are fun - generally the talks can be pretty packed so show up early to get the best seats. It can definitely get hot in there which is a bummer during a talk, and honestly I might have given a 4 to be a little more fair due to that, but I love the shop and the employees so much (not to mention their dedication to cooking) that a 5 it is.Support local businesses like these guys! read more

Great new store. Looks like they do some private cooking classes. Inquire at the store. Good selection of food related books. read more

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