She found she was "lusting after cookbooks" but couldn't afford a separate one for every cuisine. Her goal was to create a single, condensed "edible atlas" that allowed readers to explore the world’s flavors from their own kitchens. The Core Narrative
The "deep story" of by Mina Holland is rooted in her belief that "When we eat, we travel". The Inspiration The World on a Plate: 40 Cuisines, 100 Recipes,...
Rather than a traditional cookbook, the book functions as a and personal memoir: 40 Cuisines, 100 Recipes, and the Stories Behind Them She found she was "lusting after cookbooks" but
Holland’s passion for food and travel grew during her years living and eating abroad, including a year at UC Berkeley. The Inspiration Rather than a traditional cookbook, the
The book was born from Holland's own :
In her mid-twenties, while working an uninspiring desk job, she deeply missed exploring new cultures through their cuisines. She eventually left her job to freelance and pursue this culinary passion.