Book Detail

In this book, I invite you to experience the joy of creating, sharing, and savoring. Each recipe is a dish I’ve personally crafted, born from my love of cooking and life as a dancer, musician, and bodywork therapist. Whether you’re looking to try something new or rediscover a favorite, these recipes, along with the pictures and cartoons, are a reflection of what brings me the most joy. I believe we feel most alive when we create and share, and I hope this book fills you with that same energy. May it inspire you to create with love, enjoy with gratitude, and share with others.

Publisher

Independently published

Pages

153 Pages

Release

14 November 2024

Language

English

Formats

Choose Your Format

Hardcover

$39.99. A 153 page, 8.25 x 11 inch hardcover that makes a lovely gift for anyone who enjoys home cooking.

eBook

$5.99. The complete digital edition, delivered as a download right after checkout so you can start cooking today.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Simple Gifts: Classic, Easy, Healthy Recipes?

It is a 153 page cookbook by Torre Marie Lee, also known as Chef-Ria. Every recipe is a dish she personally crafted, shared alongside photos and colorful cartoon characters, with a focus on classic, easy and healthy home cooking.

Who is Chef Torre Lee?

Torre Marie Lee was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She has performed as a musician, dancer and Ice Capades skater, has been a licensed massage therapist for 25 years and a paralegal for more than 15 years, and represents professional speakers and entertainers through her business, Four Seasons Speakers.

Which formats can I buy?

You can buy the hardcover for $39.99 or the eBook for $5.99 right here on cheftorrelee.com. The book is also sold on Amazon.

When was the book published?

The hardcover was independently published on November 14, 2024 (ISBN 979-8346990017). The Kindle edition followed on November 16, 2024. Both are in English and run 153 pages.

Is Simple Gifts a good gift for family and friends?

It was made to be one. Torre wrote it to give her friends and family something to remember her by and to share the recipes others had shared with her, so it suits birthdays, holidays and anyone who loves home cooking.

Do I need cooking experience to use it?

No. The recipes are simple, classic dishes written for everyday home cooks, so beginners and experienced cooks can both cook from it.

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Simple Gifts: Classic, Easy, Healthy Recipes by Torre Marie Lee, a cookbook of dishes made to be shared.

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