Insight Editions - Alice in Wonderland: the Official Cookbook

Sometimes, I believe as many as six impossible things before breakfast.

Alice

This is my favorite quote from the Disney film Alice in Wonderland. I have it on a plaque in my kitchen and its like a to-do list for my day. I must believe six impossible things before breakfast, just like I must take my vitamins and wash the dishes. As a life-long Alice in Wonderland fan, Ive always associated my favorite story with food. With constant reminders throughout the book and movie to always make time for a snack whether it be a cookie to make you smaller or a potion to make you taller, my path always points me This Way to the kitchen. Its also because of Alice in Wonderland that I love tea parties. I delight over tea sandwiches and scones, cakes and pastries, and, of course, tea! Thats why I was so excited and honored to write this foreworda cookbook pairs with Alice in Wonderland just like Tweedledee belongs with Tweedledum.

However, if I could give you some very good advice as you try these recipes, make sure to always add a pinch of nonsense! Curiosity belongs in the kitchen, and when you are cooking or baking, you are in a world of your own. In my kitchen, I like to say, My world, my rules. Just explore and experiment because what it is, it isnt, and what it shouldnt be, it should!

Finally, the secret ingredient in every recipe is your belief in the impossible. As you prepare each dish, its important to believe in impossible things. Add a line to each recipe to believe at least one impossible thing while you are cooking or baking! The repetitive act of believing in the impossible will soon make the impossible possible and that is the best recipe of them all!

Ashley Eckstein

The whimsical world of Wonderland has captured countless hearts since our curious friend Alice first tumbled down the rabbit hole. Alices adventures inspire dreamers, explorers, and creators alike, reminding us of the joy that can come from embracing the unknown. In a world where nothing is impossible and most everyones just a little bit mad, Alices experiences highlight the magic within the unexpected and illuminate the unique beauty that can exist within any topsy-turvy world.

But Wonderland is not without its perils: As Alice quickly discovers, curiosity often leads to trouble! Luckily, Alices extraordinary acquaintances are only too happy to nudge her along on her journeyand introduce her to the unique culinary treats that Wonderland has to offer. From Growth Potion to Unbirthday Par-tea Cupcakes, these delicious delicacies are every bit as fantastical as Alices immeasurable imagination. Some of the recipes within these pages are delightfully outlandish, while others offer an enchanting spin on familiar treats. A-E-I-O-Soup is sure to delight young gastronomes, while the White Rabbit Graham Cracker Cottages offer an epicurean adventure that the White Rabbit would have found most useful when a certain young adventurer grew to an unexpected size right inside his home! Moroccan Chicken and Olives blends tantalizing spices, and fanciful Fairy Cake Butterflies are the perfect complement to an afternoon spent reading in the gardenprovided that ones book contains pictures, of course (and dont worryours certainly does).

Were so very pleased that youve decided to join us on this indulgent adventure. Well journey from foggy London Town to its neighboring sun-dappled villages, dive down the rabbit hole, sail through an ocean of tears, and weave our way through the ever-changing forests of Wonderland. After refreshments at a most peculiar tea party, well travel to the Royal Court to sample the delicacies favored by the Queen of Hearts. Its a most ambitious undertaking, so we do hope youve brought your appetite. After all, to believe as many as six impossible things before breakfast, one simply must have a proper selection of treats to enjoy afterward.

Ta-ta!

CHAPTER ONE London

On the outskirts of foggy London Town, a white-steepled church sits beside a flower-filled meadow. This charming hamlet serves as the starting point for a most extraordinary gastronomic tour. The residents of Alices village serve up a series of English delights, each of which reflects the culture of a nation steeped in duty and tradition. From a light morning quiche to quintessential British sausage rolls, our journey begins in the land of kings and queens. Here, even a Mad Hatter can keep calm and carry on accompanied by a basket of fish and chips, of course!

Yield: 6 to 8 servings Vegetarian

Theres no finer way to prepare for the mornings lessons than with a light garden quiche. This savory tart offers a hearty blend of eggs and cheesethe perfect meal to kick off a day spent studying geography, history, and literature or simply learning lots of things from the flowers.