Cookbook Club: ‘The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook’ at Ciao Down

Attention Bookworms: The Tucson Foodie Cookbook Club is a real page-turner.

The next Cookbook Club is from 6 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30, at Ciao Down, 3230 N. Dodge Blvd., Suite E., featuring Ina Garten’s very first cookbook, “The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook.”

Over the past few months, we’ve been planning these meet-ups on the last Wednesday of the month. We gather at a different local brewery or bar (wherever we’re allowed to bring in outside food) to share dishes inspired by a featured cookbook (cookbooks not included).

This month’s meet-up is once again in the style of a potluck — bring your favorite dish inspired by a recipe in the book.

Tickets are $15 per person.

Throughout the event, you’ll eat some grub, meet new people, and explore different recipes. Complimentary desserts will be included, courtesy of Ciao Down, as well as one beverage from Tucson Hop Shop.

Also, don’t forget to purchase the cookbook ahead of time!

We recommend checking out these local bookstores:

• Mostly Books at 6208 E. Speedway Blvd.
• Antigone Books at 411 N. Fourth Ave.
• Stacks Book Club at 1880 E. Tangerine Rd. #140

Space is limited, so snag your seat ASAP! Also, if you’re a Tucson Foodie member, check the app for discounted tickets (it’s just $10 for members).

Have cookbook suggestions? Please reach out to addie@tucsonfoodie.com.

This month’s Cookbook Club is at Ciao Down, 3230 N. Dodge Blvd., Suite E. For more information and to purchase your tickets, visit tkt.page.