The Chosen Presents: Taste & See by Dallas Jenkins, Amanda Jenkins, and Tara Reeves

About the Book:

This beautifully designed devotional-cookbook combines spiritual reflections, contemporary hospitality practices, and culturally relevant recipes inspired by the global TV phenomenon The Chosen.

Arranged into four sections―The Simple Life, Gatherings, Open Homes and Useful Gardens, and A Chosen Gathering―Taste & See explores the meaning of Jesus-centered hospitality. Alongside stunning photography and practical hosting tips, you’ll find:

• Recipes inspired by first-century Jewish homes as depicted in The Chosen
• Scripture verses and reflections that reveal Jesus as the true bread of life 
• Hospitality wisdom that bridges ancient traditions with modern gatherings
• Prayers and practices to help you open your home and heart to others

Whether you’re a fan of The Chosen or simply long to cultivate more meaningful connections, Taste & See will nourish your body, enrich your gatherings, and deepen your relationship with God.

 

My Review:

This is a beautiful book. It has amazing photos of foods and scenes pertaining to the Bible. It contains quotes and insights into Bible stories and events and other content from The Chosen series. There is also encouraging and instructional content, like a lesson about relying on God's presence and another on the essential nature of salt.

The central emphasis of the book is on food. There is information on preparation and use, such as how to cut a pomegranate. There are many recipes too, such as creating a Chosen themed charcuterie board. My favorite recipe is for confetti couscous with roasted vegetables. The recipes are great for creating a dinner party based on The Chosen. There are even some questions included for a dinner discussion.

This is a good book for anyone who is a fan of The Chosen series and would like to know more about the foods, prayers, customs, festivals, and blessings mentioned in that series. It would make a great gift, both inspiring and useful.

My rating: 4/5 stars.

This book releases August 18, 2026.

About the Authors:

Dallas Jenkins directed and produced over a dozen feature and short films before creating The Chosen, the largest crowdfunded media project of all time. He and his wife, 

Amanda Jenkins, lead creator of The Chosen’s additional content, currently live in Texas with their four children.

Tara McClary Reeves is an experienced devotional writer specializing in inspirational and practical faith-based content.

David C Cook, 240 pages.

I received a complimentary digital copy of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent review.

(My star ratings: 5-I love it, 4-I like it, 3-It's OK, 2-I don't like it, 1-I hate it.)