Food   is   Love

Six-year-old Catori, with her fiery courage and wild imagination, finds adventure at every turn. From ancient caves to bustling kitchens, from the flicker of firelight to the hum of a microwave, she uncovers the evolution of food and the unbreakable bond between generations.

 

Along the way, Catori learns that family traditions are acts of love that magically bind us together, even after loved ones are gone. Her adventures remind us that magic is always within reach—in the warmth of family, in our curiosity about where our roots were planted, and in our gratitude for where we’re growing. It's an unforgettable journey through taste and time, where every page is filled with warmth, wonder, and the familiar aroma of homemade memories.

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A Gentle Story About Grief & Connection

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Communicating with children about death and grief can be challenging. This book provides a gentle, fantastical tale that reminds us that when we need it most, we can always go on an adventure with our ancestors through memories and traditions.  

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More Than a Picture Book

 

This story is a perfect gift for families struggling with loss, as well as schools, psychologists, hospices, grief groups, hospitals, prison systems, and countless organizations worldwide that seek approachable stories to discuss grief and loss in a tangible way.  

 

For food lovers, those who cherish stories that span generations, and anyone who believes in the power of food to connect us all, Food is Love is more than just a picture book—it’s an intergenerational journey through the connections that mean the most to us and the ways we can honor them despite any divides of separation.