This video game cookbook compiles recipes inspired by the meals featured in various well-loved games. Holly Green's Fry Scores: An Unofficial Guide to Video Game Grub took two years of research and consists of 24 recipes.
The writer and photographer explains "The idea was to not use too many convoluted or expensive ingredients, and just present simple food done well." In addition to stunning food photos, Green wrote a glossary for beginners as well as a tips section.
Including dishes like french toast from The Sims and Yeto's Soup as seen in The Legend of Zelda, the video game cookbook is an interesting reflection on gaming as well as fandom culture.
Fry Scores is currently available for download on iTunes and iBooks.
Gaming-Inspired Recipe Books
This Video Game Cookbook by Holly Green Makes Virtual Dishes Real
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