Judith Newtonová je profesorkou na U.C. Davis, která se specializuje na genderová studia. Její práce zkoumá životy a díla britských spisovatelek 19. století, feministickou kritiku a ženské dějiny. Její autobiografická kniha o jídle byla oceněna řadou prestižních cen, včetněStarred Review v Publisher's Weekly a First Prize v London Book Festival. V současnosti pracuje na scénáři a věnuje se zahradničení v Kalifornii.
"From Panthers to Promise Keepers" explores the men's movement from 1950 to 2000, highlighting the importance of male networks in promoting social justice. It argues that achieving gender equality requires not only structural change but also addressing men's feelings and unconscious fears.
Exploring the intersection of cooking and personal growth, the narrative unfolds through Judith Newton's life, organized by the influential cookbooks of each decade. It delves into her emotional journey, including her marriage to a gay man, highlighting how culinary experiences foster healing, intimacy, and a sense of community. The book emphasizes the transformative power of food in shaping relationships and self-discovery.