As someone who craves recipes cooked with both warmth and authenticity, What’s for Supper: Home-Cooked Meals from Bonita’s Kitchen to Yours is a heartwarming journey into the soul of Newfoundland home cooking. Bonita Hussey, beloved for her approachable videos and homestyle charm, delivers a collection that feels like a cozy dinner invitation—one you’ll want to revisit again and again. https://www.bonitaskitchen.com/recipe/whats-for-supper-new-cookbook-release/
We first met Bonita through her second cookbook, Bonita’s Kitchen: A Little Taste of Home at https://canadiancookbooks.ca/bonitas-kitchen-a-littletaste-of-home/ You can purchase Bonita’s books at https://www.bonitaskitchen.com/bonitas-kitchen-cookbook/ or win a copy of her latest yummy delight in our Giveaway section.
Bonita invites us into the memories of growing up in Upper Island Cove, where supper was more than food—it was the moment the day came together. The title itself—What’s for Supper? — is a familiar refrain for anyone with a kitchen-loving family, and here it becomes a story of gathering, tradition, and comfort.
Inside its 200 pages, this paperback offers 75 time-tested recipes. Some nod affectionately to the classics that shaped Newfoundland kitchens, while others gleam with fresh creativity or modern twists on familiar tastes. Each feels personal—not just because Bonita shares them, but because she brings her signature warmth, easy-to-follow directions, and beautiful full-color photography to each entry.
With Thanksgiving around the corner, you’ll be wondering what to do with all that leftover turkey. Bonita has you covered with Turkey Pastries in our Recipe section. Everyone loves handheld pies and this recipe ensures the warm memories of a festive meal will continue.
Browsing the book, you get the sense of a family kitchen in full swing: laughter, aromas, and dishes meant to soothe the soul. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Bonita’s via her YouTube channel (where she’s been serving up homemade bread, treats, and more since 2014)—or a newcomer curious about Newfoundland flavors—her style is immediately accessible, unpretentious, and delicious. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YW-_LqHZGI
The photographs are a standout—nothing feels staged or remote. These are meals you can actually make—meals that remind you of home. The combination of approachable storytelling, nostalgic roots, and visually appealing plates makes each recipe feel like it’s being served right across the counter.
What makes What’s for Supper special is its versatile blend: time-honored family recipes mingled thoughtfully with modern interpretations, all grounded in local ingredients and Bonita’s unique voice. If you’ve wandered Bonita’s website, you know she’s about more than cooking—she’s about sharing life, kitchen moments, and community. https://www.bonitaskitchen.com/
For lovers of genuine comfort food, or anyone yearning for a culinary connection to Newfoundland and Labrador, this cookbook delivers. It feels like a meal with a friend—familiar yet surprising, satisfying yet inspiring.
Contents and images used with permission by Boulder Books https://boulderbooks.ca/product/whatsforsupper/ and Bonita’s Kitchen. https://www.bonitaskitchen.com/