Bring magic and adventure into your kitchen this year with these brand-new Gamer Cookbooks (via Amazon; affiliate link). If you want to make your game night more memorable, cooking delicious food is the way to go! These cookbooks (via Amazon; affiliate link) make fantastic Christmas gifts, too – hint!
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1. Magic: The Gathering: The Official Cookbook: Cuisines of the Multiverse (Gaming)
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Admittedly, this is one fandom I haven’t sunk a bunch of time into. I love the art and the concept of the game, but it is a time commitment. That doesn’t stop me from taking a peek at the “Magic: The Gathering: The Official Cookbook: Cuisines of the Multiverse” cookbook. It includes over fantastical 70 recipes. You will see snacks to desserts inspired by game lore and utilizing real-world ingredients.
This cookbook is perfect if you like to host game nights. You can showcase your expertise in cooking and Magic lore simultaneously. Almost every recipe has a whimsical full-color photo that looks straight from the world of Magic the Gathering! Each recipe shares additional lore about the world of Magic.
The chapters in “Magic: The Gathering: The Official Cookbook: Cuisines of the Multiverse” are organized by plane. The cuisine reflects the plane’s dynamic culture. In Theros, there’s a recipe for “Elspeth’s Finally Found Home Stew.” There is a recipe for “Imperial Ramen” and “Stormwatcher’s Delight” in Kamigawa. Ixalan has an amazing Chimichurri dish I am excited to try! Other regions you might recognize are, Ravnica, Theros, Innistrad, Dominaria, etc.
This cookbook is the perfect gift for any Magic the Gathering player who also enjoys cooking up food!
2. The Witcher Official Cookbook: Provisions, Fare, and Culinary Tales from Travels Across the Continent
Now, we can follow Geralt as we explore culinary tales across the Witcher universe in “The Witcher Official Cookbook: Provisions, Fare, and Culinary Tales from Travels Across the Continent.” Authors Anita Sarna and Karolina Krupecka bring us recipes that a witcher may have while hunting monsters for coin. There are around 80 recipes that will leave you feeling rejuvenated after a long battle (or a hard day of work!)
This cookbook is essential to learn more about the Witcher world. There is additional lore, characters, and regions to explore!
Every chapter is divided into different regions in the Witcher video game. Not only that, but the dishes also reflect the region’s ingredients. You can warm up over a bowl of stew from White Orchard or end a hard journey with a rustic meal from a tavern in Velen. Explore cuisine from Kaer Morhen, Novigrad, Oxenfurt, and so much more. Don’t forget to look at the drinks in The Witcher Official Cookbook: Provisions, Fare, and Culinary Tales from Travels Across the Continent!
Make sure to check out their website for more witcher dishes!
3. The Unofficial Genshin Impact Cookbook
Genshin Impact is the perfect game to play with your friends because all you need is your phone. Get together with loved ones to feast and game with “The Unofficial Genshin Impact Cookbook: Boost Attacks, Increase Defense, and Restore Your Health with 60 Adventurous Recipes Inspired by the Fan-Favorite Video Game.” Now you can boost your attack and mood by creating some of Genshin Impact’s best dishes!
The chapters are divided into appetizers, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and more.
In this cookbook, there are 60 delicious recipes from the hills of Mondstadt to the deserts of Sumeru. Here are some of the dishes you may find.
- Crispy Potato-Shrimp Balls
- Omurice
- Afternoon Tea Pancakes
- Pearl and Jade Soup
The food photography is stunning!
4. Heroes’ Feast Flavors of the Multiverse: An Official D&D Cookbook (Dungeons & Dragons)
Everyone knows, you never start your Dungeons and Dragons campaign on an empty tummy. I can’t wait to get my hands on the “Heroes’ Feast Flavors of the Multiverse: An Official D&D Cookbook (Dungeons & Dragons).” Traverse through the many realms of the Dungeons and Dragons universe through food!
The food photography matches the fantastical world of the Forgotten Realms. Almost every dish has a photo alongside. Not only that but there is extra lore inside each recipe description.
“Heroes’ Feast Flavors of the Multiverse: An Official D&D Cookbook (Dungeons & Dragons)” has more than 75 delectable new recipes. They are divided into separate realms featuring the Feywild, Ravenloft, the Yawning Portal, and more!
There are savory main courses such as “Steak of the Deep” and delicious desserts like “Vada’s Vanilla Bean Buns”. Of course, we wouldn’t forget to serve drinks to your thirsty adventurers along their journey! This cookbook has you covered.
5. Diablo: The Official Cookbook: Recipes and Tales from the Inns of Sanctuary
Take a food journey through Diablo’s Sanctuary! In “Diablo: The Official Cookbook: Recipes and Tales from the Inns of Sanctuary” you will be able to explore recipes from iconic locations such as Khejistan and Westmarch. There are dishes inspired by fan-favorite monsters and enemies, and beloved characters such as The Butcher, Diablo, Deckard Cain, and Archangel Tyrael!
Enjoy up to 60 recipes that are perfect for every occasion and will feed even the hungriest barbarian!
The chapters are split into different fictional taverns inspired by the Diablo games. Atma’s Tavern, from Diablo II, serves an Orange Spice cake and “Sand Swept Ceviche”. Then there’s The Hanged Man where there are, “Snowmelt Ricotta Cakes” and “Iskren’s Jerky Dip”. There are a ton of other chapters inspired by Diablo characters, regions, quests, and more.
Take a look at the step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography to help guide you to success. In “Diablo: The Official Cookbook: Recipes and Tales from the Inns of Sanctuary” there is a variety of difficulty for every level of chef.
Make sure to take a look at other fun geeky cookbooks! There are a ton that will uplift any gathering and make the perfect gift for any nerdy chef.
~Kaiti
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