Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Wicca in the Kitchen Paperback – November 8, 2002

Years ago, I saw the cover of this third edition of “Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Wicca in the Kitchen” by Scott Cunningham and remember leafing through it in a book store, but never read it. I finally decided to do just that.When I first started reading this book, it reminded me of HRAF (Human Relations Area Files), a tool utilized by cultural anthropologists. Throughout the book, Cunningham focuses heavily on moderation and personal responsibility to his readers. Why? Because people.This book really made me think differently about food and the way that it affects humans spiritually, particularly when Cunningham discussed the role of both salt and meat and how they interact with (or rather hinder) psychic visions.What I really enjoyed most about this book is that the author took the seemingly ordinary (and often mundane) subject of eating to show readers that people don’t have to resort to waiting for specific rituals, seasons, or times in order to incorporate magic in their lives. Page after page, the author reveals how readers can use this book to activate their personal powers of visualization as,“…a guide to transforming our lives with the foods that we eat…” (page 2).In short: There’s not just certain times for magical practice—it’s available for us to use every moment of the day.Cunningham organized this book into five parts and he made sure to include an annotated bibliography. Due to his unfortunate early death, the bibliography is dated, but it includes some excellent sources for further reading.Without a doubt, this is a common sense author whose goal in writing this book was to show even his own friends that magic is made, and can be made, at any time, day, or place and that even the mundane can be made magical. Cunningham, I believe, didn’t write this book to be the end-all-be-all book on the subject. Rather, he encourages others to do their own research and to continue studying. This is a hallmark of a good teacher.

From explanations to examples to recipes! Love this book.

Cunningham is the best for beginners on the path of Wicca or just to expand your knowledge in general of those religions. Arrived on time and in excellent condition.

This book is written so beautifully and with so much love. I like how he writes as if hes talking to a friend and trying to help them out.I've always enjoyed cooking and this book brings me a little more awareness and intention on certain recipes/ingredients. Brings a new joy to my culinary adventure. Get this book, you will not be disappointed!Out of the 3 books. This one is my most used. Also a fun read.

Love it, flawless quality and amazing content. This will be the book I buy for any future kitchen witch friends!

This book contains information that is vital to those practicing Wicca. Because it stresses the importance of intent with food and serving those that we love not just a nurishing meal but a meal served with love. I particularly enjoyed reading Scott Cunningham's favorite recipes and got some great ideas the next time I have a dinner party. I enjoy Scott Cunningham's down to earth way he writes and really giving his advice whether something is correct or not. I loved Amazon's quick delivery and this book was also a quick read and will be a welcome addition to my library.

Great read and suggestions, although the chapter on vegetarianism was more than a bit dated and long overdue for an update. .. vegetarians do not eat fish, that's a pescetarian. Vegetarians do not eat chicken, that's still an omnivore. Vegans agree that "life feeds on life" but they choose to be vegan bc the goal is to follow a path that creates the least unnecessary harm- in a vegans opinion, killing a chicken IS inherently cruel when it is NOT necessary to do so (spoiler alert: its 2022... if you are in a "first world" country with a comfortable standard of living, and of acerage health and do not experience food insecurity- eating animals is not necessary). Also, the comments about archeological research discussing the age "old veggie or non veggie or some veggie" debate for ancient people- its still up for debate. Where was the discussion about vegetarianism in Rome? Or the vegetarianism cited at Gesher Benot Ya'aqov? Also, Oreos haven't contained lard since the 1990s. I really wish authors would either update their research when they want to include mention of veg cultures or present such evidence truly objectively and not with a slant of defensiveness.... Theres also a suggestion that if youre a veg that you eat a meat product if under psychic attack.... please don't 🤚 you will get super sick, because you likely lack the gut bacteria necessary to digest this food. Sure, it may work, but I can think of ither hex and jinx breakers that won't risk you hours of discomfort. I do believe, like Cunningham, that the veg lifestyle leaves you really open to more psychic awareness- which can be overwhelming at timed. Ok so aside from all that, book is good. Writing style is fab and I feel like someone is speaking to me in their home, a cozy read.

My book came in perfect condition, for starters. And when i opened it, instead of skipping through a bunch of pages in order to get to the good stuff, I found myself reading nearly every page, one after the other. Its a wonderfully insightful book. It gives a good amount of history (of food and ceremony and wicca alike) and its so easy to read and understand. Its definately a good read, and a great book for any witch. Not to mention, for anyone who just wants to be a little bit more One with themselves and the world around them. 5 stars.