I began thinking about writing Macedonia: The Cookbook a long time ago. It took my husband and I about 6 years to complete and my drive to create a cookbook to showcase the vibrant and colorful foods of Macedonia never faltered.  As a Macedonian woman, I wanted to teach and share with others the beautiful food from this glorious part of the world. I have always believed, as most chefs do, that the best way to learn about any country or culture is through its food and its kitchens. 

Through my research for this book, I realized that there was a broader abundance in the Macedonian cuisine, much more than the few dozen recipes that were the staples in my home. While writing this book, there were many times in my own kitchen that I felt deeply connected to my family and my ancestry simply because I was preparing food that they had been making for centuries. This book is not just a celebration of my ancestry, it is a journey into a culinary world that is modest, simple and honest.

I am a classically trained chef originally from Toronto and now residing in Melbourne Australia. We lived in Los Angeles for 15 years and I have experience in writing, testing and photographing recipes from my time working in the Los Angeles Times test kitchen, and food styling for multiple brands.  While in LA, I owned my own private chef and catering company for 5 years and had the privilege of cooking for many Los Angeles elites and celebrities. I have also had a series of recipes published in the Los Angeles Times.

My husband, Oliver Fitzgerald photographed each recipe in the book. This truly was a labor of love and a beautiful project we shared together. 

I put my heart and soul into this book and it is my hope you enjoy its recipes and they become staples in your home for years to come.

We look forward to sharing our cookbook with you, which is scheduled to be released by Interlink Publishing in 2021.