Catch Me in the Kitchen

Set off on a global culinary journey with best-selling author Jessica Nabongo as she brings the world to your table with 195 vibrant recipes—one from every country she explored on her extraordinary quest to visit them all.

Discover a feast of flavors and unforgettable stories that celebrate the richness and diversity of our planet in this one-of-a-kind cookbook from globetrotter Jessica Nabongo.   

After visiting every country in the world, Jessica Nabongo returned home with the greatest souvenir of all: a treasury of unforgettable food memories. In this cookbook, she shares 195 standout recipes—one from every country she explored—curated from world-class chefs, passionate home cooks, bustling street markets, and her own culinary experiences. 

Each recipe is paired with Jessica’s captivating stories and stunning photography from her epic journey, making this not just a cookbook but also a celebration of connection, diversity, and the world’s shared love of food. Bring the adventure to your own kitchen as you travel across six continents through dishes such as:  

• Comoros’s luscious Langouste à la Vanille, the national dish 

• A cherished Chicken Pastilla recipe from Morocco 

• Spicy Dan Dan Noodles from China 

• Decadent Knafeh from a must-visit shop in Jordan 

• Iceland’s hearty Rugbrauo (Rye Bread) 

• A twist on Dutch Apple Pie from the Netherlands 

• Homey Arepitas, first sampled with friends in Venezuela 
• And irresistible Banana Lumpia from Micronesia 

Whether you’re a globetrotter, an adventurous home cook, or a dreamer hungry for new tastes, this is your invitation to eat your way around the world—one extraordinary dish at a time.