Submit Your Recipe for "Rising Together: A Community Cookbook from Skokie"
We look forward to your recipe submission to the Skokie Community Cookbook!
We’re thrilled you’re helping bring Rising Together: A Community Cookbook from Skokie to life! This is our first-ever cookbook, and with this first printing, we are creating something truly special—a collection of baked goods recipes that reflect the rich tapestry of stories, families, and businesses that make Skokie unique.
About the Cookbook
Rising Together: A Community Cookbook from Skokie is an initiative of the Downtown Skokie Merchants Collaborative (DSMC) and represents a collaborative celebration of the people, stories, and flavors that define our community. Focused on baked goods, this first edition will feature 75-100 recipes from Skokie residents, local restaurants, and community figures like teachers and small business owners.
But this cookbook is about more than just recipes. It’s about capturing the essence of Skokie’s culture and fostering connection. Each recipe will include a brief story—whether it’s a beloved family tradition, a signature treat from a local restaurant, or a creative masterpiece from a passionate home baker. Together, these contributions will form a vibrant snapshot of Skokie’s diversity and community spirit, preserving a piece of Skokie’s history for generations to come.
Supporting Downtown Skokie
This is more than just a collection of recipes—it’s a community-driven initiative designed to directly benefit Downtown Skokie. 100% of the proceeds from this cookbook will go right back into Downtown Skokie, funding improvements, events, and initiatives that enhance the neighborhood, support local businesses, and bring our community together. Every purchase will help strengthen and grow Downtown Skokie, ensuring its continued vibrancy and success.
Looking to the Future
Rising Together: A Community Cookbook from Skokie is just the beginning. It’s a platform to celebrate and grow Skokie’s culinary scene, with the potential for future-themed cookbooks highlighting other local gems. By being part of this first edition, you’re also contributing to Skokie’s history—helping create a lasting legacy that honors our community and its rich culinary traditions.
How You Can Help
We’re calling on contributors to help make this vision a reality. This is your opportunity to share your story, showcase your talent, and be part of a project that directly benefits the heart of our community.
By participating, you’ll preserve cherished recipes and inspire others to explore and connect through the power of food. Let’s rise together, one recipe at a time.
Thank you for participating in this historic first edition of Rising Together: A Community Cookbook from Skokie and for supporting Downtown Skokie!