It’s no surprise that the Village (New York) has a wealth of bookshops. Quaint, independently-owned stores that could pull even the most technology-addicted teenager away from his or her iPad, are scattered throughout the East and West Villages. Beyond these lovely neighborhood gems are some quirky, niche bookstores that should not be overlooked. One such store is Bonnie Slotnick Cookbooks at 163 West 10th Street. Specializing in historic cookbooks dating from the 18th Century, New York restaurants, food, and Jewish cookbooks (just to name a few!), Bonnie Slotnick has something to offer for every true gastronome.
In 2009, New York Magazine named it the Best Used Bookstore, saying, “thousands of antiquarian and out-of-print cookbooks line the walls of Bonnie Slotnick’s snug, slightly academic shop.” Cookbooks, wine books, cocktail manuals, entertaining guides – do you see something here that would make the perfect holiday gift for your favorite host or hostess, a budding collector, or yourself.
The shop is usually open from 1–7 pm six days a week (the day the shop is closed VARIES from week to week). But you can call ahead to check for weekly variations or to make an appointment for a time convenient for you.
“Old cookbooks are my specialty, from 18th-century rarities to a replacement for a worn-out Betty Crocker cookbook. I’d love to have you visit my cozy Greenwich Village shop, but if you can’t, just let me know what book(s) you’re looking for or what subject you’re researching, and I can help you “browse” over the phone. I realize this is a website, but I’d rather have you call me than send email!
That way I can get all the details the first time around, so I’m sure to get you exactly what you want. You can also send a fax or a letter (or, yes, an email), but please include your full name; mailing address and; phone number; author and title of the book you’re looking for, along with any other information about edition, condition, dust jacket, etc.” ( Bonnie Slotnick) Even if you are not from New Yourk but just visiting the city, we really invite you to pay a visti to this cool shop. For more information see below.
Bonnie Slotnick Cookbooks 163 West Tenth Street
New York, New York 10014-3116
Phone: 212-989-8962
Mail: bonnieslotnickbooks@earthlink.net
www.bonnieslotnickcookbooks.com