Judith Newtonová je emeritná profesorka genderových štúdií na U.C. Davis. Jej tvorba sa zameriava na životy a diela britských spisovateliek 19. storočia, feministickú kritiku a ženskú históriu. Jej autobiografická kniha o jedle získala viacero ocenení, vrátaneStarred Review v Publisher's Weekly a prvej ceny na London Book Festival. V súčasnosti pracuje na scenári a venuje sa záhradkárstvu 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.