Meet Clarissa Wei, Author of Sitting the Month
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On Saturday , September 19 at 1:00 pm , San Mateo County Libraries welcomes Clarissa Wei to the Foster City Library to discuss her brand-new cookbook, SITTING THE MONTH with her recipe collaborator/herbalist Stella Wang! Attendees will have the opportunity to receive a free copy of Sitting the Month at the event, while supplies last. Giveaway copies are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A book signing will follow the talk. Postpartum Cooking and Care When Clarissa Wei gave birth to her first child, she was living in Taiwan, where the postpartum period lasts four weeks and is considered one of the most important periods of a woman's life. The practice of "sitting the month" (zùo yùe zi) includes therapeutic herbs and warming meals believed to help repair the womb and reenergize the new mom. Inspired by her own experience, Clarissa’s Sitting the Month offers readers a holistic outlook on food specifically intended to nurture new mothers back to health during the three stages of recovery. In addition to providing historical context, personal stories, and a guide to postpartum pantry and herb essentials, the book includes 88 recipes adapted for home cooks. Whether you are a new mother-to-be, interested in learning how to support a loved one through their postpartum period, or simply curious about a modern approach to this ancient tradition, this talk is for you. About the Author Clarissa Wei is the author of Made in Taiwan, a winner of an IACP Award and a f
