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The New Cafe Beaujolais Cookbook
Recipes from the Iconic Mendocino Restaurant
By Julian Lopez
Foreword by Margaret S. Fox / Photographs by Daniela S. Tallman
Published by The Collective Book Studio
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
Table of Contents
About The Book
A celebration of California coastal cuisine from Mendocino’s beloved Café Beaujolais—featuring 85+ fresh, seasonal recipes from chef Julian Lopez.
"Loaded with imaginative recipes for entertaining or for everyday use, The New Café Beaujolais Cookbook has the makings of a modern classic." —Foreword Reviews, starred review
From buttermilk cinnamon coffee cake to pine-smoked salmon and lemon cheesecake, this modern cookbook highlights the vibrant flavors that define Café Beaujolais. Chef Julian Lopez brings a fresh perspective to the restaurant’s legacy with globally inspired, locally sourced dishes for every meal of the day.
Includes updated classics from former chef Margaret Fox, plus stories from The Brickery, The Waiting Room, and the farmers who make it all possible.
From Café Beaujolais to Your Kitchen:
• CALIFORNIA CUISINE AT ITS BEST: Showcases the farm-to-table flavors and culinary heritage of Northern California wine country.
• SEASONAL RECIPES FOR EVERY OCCASION: 85+ approachable recipes—from brunch to dinner—inspired by Café Beaujolais, The Brickery, and The Waiting Room.
• VISUALLY STUNNING: More than 150 full-color photographs and illustrated maps capture the people, places, and plates that define Mendocino’s food culture.
• CULINARY LEGACY, REIMAGINED: A blend of old and new, with classic Café Beaujolais favorites revisited for today’s home cook.
Whether you're a home cook, cookbook collector, or longtime fan of the café, The New Café Beaujolais Cookbook is a delicious tribute to one of California’s most cherished culinary destinations.
"Loaded with imaginative recipes for entertaining or for everyday use, The New Café Beaujolais Cookbook has the makings of a modern classic." —Foreword Reviews, starred review
From buttermilk cinnamon coffee cake to pine-smoked salmon and lemon cheesecake, this modern cookbook highlights the vibrant flavors that define Café Beaujolais. Chef Julian Lopez brings a fresh perspective to the restaurant’s legacy with globally inspired, locally sourced dishes for every meal of the day.
Includes updated classics from former chef Margaret Fox, plus stories from The Brickery, The Waiting Room, and the farmers who make it all possible.
From Café Beaujolais to Your Kitchen:
• CALIFORNIA CUISINE AT ITS BEST: Showcases the farm-to-table flavors and culinary heritage of Northern California wine country.
• SEASONAL RECIPES FOR EVERY OCCASION: 85+ approachable recipes—from brunch to dinner—inspired by Café Beaujolais, The Brickery, and The Waiting Room.
• VISUALLY STUNNING: More than 150 full-color photographs and illustrated maps capture the people, places, and plates that define Mendocino’s food culture.
• CULINARY LEGACY, REIMAGINED: A blend of old and new, with classic Café Beaujolais favorites revisited for today’s home cook.
Whether you're a home cook, cookbook collector, or longtime fan of the café, The New Café Beaujolais Cookbook is a delicious tribute to one of California’s most cherished culinary destinations.
About The Author
Julian Lopez is the chef and owner of Cafe Beaujolais restaurant located in the town of Mendocino, California. After graduating from Gonzaga University with a operations management degree in business he spent time in Southern France, Northern Italy and Southern California developing his skills in the kitchen. With the dream of opening a restaurant he and his father Peter Lopez moved to Mendocino and took over the famed Cafe Beaujolais. The business, which has been in business since 1968, focuses on bringing quality food and experiences to locals and tourists alike.
Product Details
- Publisher: The Collective Book Studio (February 3, 2026)
- Length: 304 pages
- ISBN13: 9781685555238
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Raves and Reviews
"In tracing both its roots and its reinvention, The New Café Beaujolais Cookbook captures not just flavors but continuity in its meticulous depiction of a Mendocino institution honoring its past while shaping its future."
– Mendocino Voice
"I am so pleased that Julian is continuing the trajectory we subscribed to, with its emphasis on local produce and other ingredients. He has incorporated vignettes of Mendocino’s culinary and wine riches in this beautiful book. I love the creativity, curiosity, and energy exemplified by his menus, recipes, and passion for the larger community."
– Margaret S. Fox, former owner of Cafe Beaujolais, from the foreword of The New Cafe Beaujolais Cookbook
"Loaded with imaginative recipes for entertaining or for everyday use, The New Café Beaujolais Cookbook has the makings of a modern classic."
– Foreword Reviews, starred review
"It is a gorgeous cookbook that celebrates the cuisine of this famous restaurant with its longstanding tradition of excellence through its mouthwatering recipes, photographs, and illustrations."
– Luxury Experience
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