Nancy Mehagian’s, book “Siren’s Feast” is at the very least quite unique. Mehagian’s novel tells the story of her life during the 60’s and 70’s as an Armenian-American. The novel is at once an Odyssey in and out of suburbia and a heart-warming tale of a life full of memories. Interspersed throughout the story of the author’s life are full recipes with corresponding stories that will make your mouth water enough that you just might put the book down and try your hand at making one of them.
As a novel, there is nothing brilliantly different about Mehagian’s writing style. In many ways, this is simply another interesting “coming of age” story. Although, the recipes within this book are ertainly are enough to make this book worth buying because, as a recipe book with soul, Mehagian hits the mark.
I am a self-proclaimed idiot when it comes to the kitchen, I can barely make macaroni and cheese edible. After trying Mehagian’s recipe for Tabouli, however, I was amazed that something I made tasted better than some of the food I’ve tried at local Armenian restaurants. Just to make sure my sudden and magical genius in the kitchen wasn’t a random fluke, I tried a few other recipes in Siren’s Feast and was, over and over again, pleasantly surprised with the
I think “Siren’s Feast” should not be seen as a novel with recipes, but as a recipe book with creative antidotes. When you look at it that way it’s a fantastic delight. If you are looking for a summer memoir to enjoy by the beach, there are more out there than anyone can count. If you are looking for some recipes to wow your weekend guests and possibly be entertained on the way than I highly recommend “Siren’s Feast.”
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