The Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook

Charles Mattocks

Mar 2015 · American Diabetes Association

About this ebook

Local food traditions can blossom into regional cuisines and offer tastes and memories that last a lifetime. With some smart selections, these cuisines, made with fresh, local ingredients, can also improve your health and the health of your family. What most people don't know? Foods from your local market are an incredible bargain. Chef Charles Mattocks combines his flair for using fresh, locally grown foods with his engaging presentation to offer a budget-friendly taste of what your local farmer's market can bring to your table. Diagnosed recently with type 2 diabetes, Chef Mattocks offers tips on creating and maintaining the perfect pantry, finding fresh foods, and, most important of all, preparing and serving meals that won't break the bank. The Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook is the perfect collection for those who want to improve their health, take advantage of local and sustainable foods, and save money at the same time.

About the author

Chef Charles Mattocks, a native of Jamaica and nephew of the late Bob Marley, has appeared regularly on nationwide television programs such as the Dr. Oz Show and Good Morning America. His work has also appeared in numerous magazines, including Cosmopolitan and Martha Stewart Living. The author of Eat Cheap, but Eat Well, he lives in Tampa, FL.