LIDEY HEUCK
COOKBOOK AUTHOR & NYT RECIPE DEVELOPER
March 2024
Meet Lidey. Today, we’re in the kitchen with the delightful Lidey Heuck, a culinary conjurer whose simply delicious recipes have graced the pages of The New York Times—and now, her upcoming debut cookbook, "Cooking in Real Life," which features approachable and shareable recipes using ingredients that any home cook can find. Having spent a part of her last few years as Ina Garten’s assistant, Lidey's now on a mission to help anyone who thinks cooking may be a daunting task into a confident cook, regardless of their culinary credentials. Let’s catch up with Lidey, shall we?
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Who are you?
I’m Lidey Heuck. I’m a food writer, recipe developer for NYT Cooking, and (very) soon-to-be cookbook author. My book, “Cooking in Real Life,” comes out next week!
What’s on your mind?
My book tour! Since I mostly share recipes and content online, it’s rare to have a chance to meet face to face with some of the people who make my recipes. I’m super excited to travel the country this spring to do just that!
Where are you right now?
In my office in my house in the Hudson Valley. My husband and I moved up here from Brooklyn a year and a half ago and have been keeping ourselves busy with a million little house projects. Next up, the powder room.
Why do you do what you do?
I love empowering people to cook with simple, delicious recipes. There’s no better feeling than hearing someone look at a recipe and say, “I could make this!” and knowing they have the tools to make something special for their family or friends.
What is your favorite thing to drink?
A very chilled, very dry glass of white wine, preferable Muscadet.
What is your favorite thing to eat?
A bowl of homemade pasta, cooked al dente with braised short rib ragu and a small mountain of Parmesan cheese on top.
Wise Words
Go with your gut!
Photo Credit: Dane Tashima