Cooking with Marshmello: ­Recipes with a Remix

Gr 5 Up–Music producer/DJ Marshmello may not be the first person to come to mind as a cookbook author, but he has credentials: a million-plus followers for his “Cooking with Marshmello” YouTube channel. In the introduction he explains that food, like music, is a powerful way to connect with people around the world, and his love of cooking feels sincere. Billed as “recipes with a remix,” the book encourages readers to put their own spin on things, a great way to empower young cooks. The recipes are fun and funky, leaning toward the junk food end of the spectrum. Being a DK title, this is a well-done volume: QR codes are scattered throughout, leading to information about topics like kitchen techniques, more information about the recipes, and of course, the ultimate playlist. The photography is vivid and color-saturated, and each dish gets a full-page glam shot. The skill level is fairly advanced; this book could easily be enjoyed by adults as well. Readers need not be Marshmello fans in order to appreciate this one.