Book Signing: Pages To Plates - Celebrity Chef Meet & Greet

You’re Invited: A Culinary Celebration with Chef Maricel Gentile

Join us for an unforgettable evening with NJ-based celebrity Chef Maricel Gentile (as seen on Food Network, PBS, and Hulu) as she celebrates the release of her highly anticipated debut, Maricel’s Simply Asian Cookbook.

This special event is your chance to:
✅ Hear Maricel’s inspiring story—from her Lola’s kitchen in Manila to her Cooking Studio in New Jersey
✅ Taste exclusive bites from the cookbook
✅ Get your copy of Simply Asian signed in person
✅ Ask questions and connect through food and culture

Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just starting your journey into Asian cooking, you’ll leave inspired, full, and ready to bring joyful, approachable, authentic Asian flavors into your own kitchen.

📚 Books will be available for purchase on-site for $39.99
🎟️ Attendance is free but RSVP is required to reserve your spot


What People Are Saying

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“Maricel blends culture, technique, and amazing flavors
into a simple and beautiful experience.” — Mark T.

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“…it might be the best overall general/fusion beginner-friendly Asian cookbook,
and is up to date and highly recommended. The emphasis is on real, fresh ingredients, and family-friendly non-pretentious good food.”
— Annie B.

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“If you’re looking for a cookbook that makes Asian cooking feel fun and more achievable, this is one you’ll want to add to your collection. Definitely a go-to if you’re a beginner or if you know your way around a kitchen!”

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“The best part? Her personal stories. It feels like I’m learning from a friend!”
– Jessica R.

If you’ve ever wanted to cook with confidence, connect through food, or meet the woman behind the flavors of Maricel’s Kitchen—this is your moment.

Light bites inspired by the cookbook will be served.

Perfect for food lovers, cookbook collectors, and anyone who believes in the power of stories told through food.

Space is limited. RSVP now to save your seat and savor the experience.

Bring the Flavors of Asia into Your Kitchen

You want to cook Asian dishes at home—authentic, delicious, and doable. But most recipes online feel too complicated, or worse, inauthentic.

That’s why Chef Maricel Gentile created Maricel’s Simply Asian Cookbook—to be your guide.

In this beautifully photographed, easy-to-follow cookbook, Maricel brings you everyday recipes from Filipino, Cantonese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Korean cuisines. Inspired by her journey from her Lola’s kitchen in Manila to running her own award-winning kitchen in New Jersey, every recipe is packed with heart, heritage, and flavor.

✅ Step-by-step recipes with accessible ingredients
✅ Tips from Maricel’s professional experience and family traditions
✅ Cook with confidence and bring joy to your table

📖 Ready to start your journey?
👉 Click Here ot Learn More

Let’s cook something beautiful together.

Your Guide to Confident, Joyful Asian Cooking

You want to cook authentic Asian dishes that bring people together—but figuring out where to start can feel overwhelming. That’s where Chef Maricel comes in.

You may have seen her on the Food Network, PBS, or Hulu, where she brings her passion for food and vibrant personality to life. But whether she’s on screen or in person, Maricel’s mission is the same:

to make Asian cooking simple, joyful, and absolutely delicious.

Her journey began in her grandmother’s kitchen in the Philippines, where she learned that food is love. Decades later, after traveling the world and working in some of New York’s most prestigious restaurants and hotels, she founded Maricel’s Kitchen—a culinary experience destination where tradition meets creativity.

As a Chef Ambassador for K-Seafood and the author of , Maricel helps home cooks like you confidently create Filipino, Cantonese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Korean dishes—no matter your skill level.

🎟️ When you join Chef Maricel’s classes or buy her book, you’re not just learning recipes—you’re gaining a guide, a cheerleader, and a new love for cooking.

👉 Let’s cook something unforgettable.

The Book House is the place where you will find hidden treasures for the whole family. Come and grab a coffee, flick through new pages, discuss your latest read, or simply enjoy the company of friends, in a cozy atmosphere. You will also find our carefully curated selection of puzzles, journals, activity books, greeting cards, and more.

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