Carnivore in the Kitchen: A Fresh and Fun Approach to Meat-Based Meals

What can I say? Courtney is beyond amazing and definitely hit it out of the park with her book. Everyone (not just Carnivores) need to get this book. I've been Carnivore since May 2024, and have been following Courtney on YouTube all this time. She is one of my top favorite Carnivore influencers, for sure. Love her creativity, personality, and style, and all that definitely comes through in this book. I'll admit, when I first heard about her cookbook being released, I was going to buy it no matter what (and had pre-ordered it). However, I was blown away when it finally arrived on the release date. Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING about it completely surpassed my expectations!! I love the beautiful photos, I that she shares her own story, and I love all the valuable information in the first chapter "Carnivore 101." Honestly, I had become one of those Carnivores who simply ate eggs, bacon, hamburger patties, and steak every single day and didn't see any need to mix things up. But, when I started looking through Courtney's book, I started getting excited to try all the recipes. She has helped me to get excited about cooking, being creative, and trying new things again. Obviously, I haven't tried all the recipes yet, but all of the ones I have tried have been AMAZING!! You have to try her English Muffins, especially with the sausage gravy. Ohhh, sooo good! And her bacon cheeseburger soup?...to die for! My next recipe will be her carnitas, and I can't wait! I also can't wait to make several of the "desserts" for Thanksgiving. I'm positive, the whole family will be surprised at how food can be so healthy and taste good at the same time. Oh, and another thing...all the recipes are so simple! But, don't misunderstand me - simple to make, but not simple in taste. Courtney, if you happen to read this review, I just want to say thank you. Thank you for all you do to help keep everyone healthy and have fun while doing it. Congrats on your first book! I'll be first in line when you write another one!

This is an absolute gem for anyone who loves cooking with meat—or wants to! This cookbook brings a creative, modern twist to meat-focused recipes, making them feel exciting, approachable, and totally doable even on busy days. The recipes are clearly written, beautifully organized, and full of flavor. I love how Courtney includes helpful tips, photos and techniques that really elevate each dish. Whether it’s a simple weeknight dinner or something a bit more impressive, everything I’ve tried so far has turned out delicious. The photography is gorgeous, the instructions are easy to follow, and the ingredients are practical and accessible. It’s the perfect balance of comfort classics and fresh, new ideas. This book has quickly become one of my go-to sources for hearty, satisfying meals. If you’re looking to explore meat-based cooking in a fun and flavorful way, this cookbook is a fantastic addition to your kitchen. Highly recommended!

Courtney Luna has written a beautiful book full of easy, simple and delicious recipes that are beginner friendly, family friendly and budget friendly. She makes it so much easier for me to cook for my family in this health giving way of eating. It inspires me and makes Carnivore so much more sustainable and enjoyable. Truly a gift to society. Since becoming Carnivore our health is so much improved. Thanks to Courtney. If you are getting one cookbook to help your Carnivore journey, choose this one.

I received my cookbook yesterday and I love everything about it. The book is filled with colored pages and beautiful photos of recipes. I'm sooo pleased because you can tell that the author has a family/kids and doesn't want to spend hours in a kitchen. Recipes are simple, creative, and very practical for serving families. I'm not a great cook, but these recipes seem super easy and delicious and SIMPLE. I already tried a few in the pre-release of recipes and they all turned out really great. Can I just say that I LOVE the recipe index of small images of the meals in one section of the book? This morning I turned to the index and told the family to point to what they want for breakfast, lunch then dinner. THAT'S what I'm talking about. Let's be honest, sometimes I just want to look at an image and run with it. I'm thinking about buying another one to rip out the pictures and make it into a booklet of images to hang from my fridge haha. Lastly, I love how the sections are split up - many people don't do a "breads" section but I thought that was genius. One suggestion for future (PLEASE consider another book!) is to add alternative ingredients - for instance, many recipes call for pork panko (which many in my family hate!) - calling out that you can use other ingredients (like chicken) would be great for newbies, but totally not a deal breaker. You can tell a lot of heart went into this and I'm grateful!

This is a great book if you’re new to carnivore eating. Great recipes and she has pictures and helpful information. I liked this book so much I ordered another one for my son. Got it the other day and my son is impressed with it. Can’t wait to make these dishes.

I was a little hesitant to buy this cookbook since so many reviews mentioned it was all about pork panko. I am so glad I bought it anyway. There are recipes with pork panko which I appreciate, but so many without. I love the pictures, the common ingredients, the meal plans Courtney’s story, and all the variety.

This is an excellent cookbook and guide for both the beginner and not so beginner carnivore. A lot of work has gone into this book. It's well thought out with a very attractive layout. There's a meal plan and lots of pictures. Well done!

honestly surprised at how many recipes there are. over 50 real recipes. pretty cool

Wow! Ich wusste gar nicht das Carnivore sooo viel Auswahl hat! Super Rezepte, gut geschrieben, kann ich nur empfehlen

I’ve never been one to buy cookbooks, but *Carnival in the Kitchen* by Courtney Luna changed that. I’ve been following the carnivore diet for a while now and also follow Courtney on TikTok and Instagram, where she constantly shares incredible recipes and creative ways to bring variety to carnivore meals. When I saw she had a cookbook, I decided to give it a shot, and I’m so glad I did. This book is packed with fantastic recipes, helpful information about the carnivore diet, and a surprising amount of content—it’s a solid addition to any kitchen. If you’re thinking of giving the carnivore diet a try, this is an amazing guide to get started. Courtney breaks it down in an approachable way, making it easy to dive in with confidence. Whether you’re new to the diet or looking to spice things up, I highly recommend this book. And if you’re not already following Courtney on social media, you’re missing out!

Courtney’s carnivore cookbook is a breath of fresh air! The recipes are creative and truly different from the usual ones you see in most carnivore cookbooks. There’s so much variety, and it’s clear she’s put real thought into making meals both satisfying and exciting. If you’re looking to keep things interesting on a carnivore diet, this book is an absolute gem.