Emma Houseknecht

graphic design // website //  @emhouse_design

Food & Thoughts: A Cookbook of Stories Told Through Food
One of my favorite icebreaker questions to ask people is “What is your favorite food dish, and why is it your favorite?” Most of the time there is a story behind a person’s choice of favorite food; maybe a family member used to make it, a friend made them try it, or perhaps it was a comfort food during hard times. I love to ask this because it is the type of question that calls people to reflect on themselves and their memories. This is why I decided to preserve stories and recipes from people in my life in the form of a cookbook. Food & Thoughts: A Cookbook of Stories Told Through Food aims to represent these stories through design and illustration, allowing readers to learn about the history, love, and care behind the recipes.