Julie Goodwin

Since becoming Australia's first MasterChef, Central Coast mum-of-three Julie Goodwin has become a household name. Formerly an IT professional running a successful family business, she now writes a monthly column for the Australian Women's Weekly, is a bestselling cookbook author and appears weekly on The Today Show on Channel Nine.

Her first cookbook, Our Family Table, is one of the highest selling cookbooks in Australian history. Her second cookbook, Heart of the Home was published in 2011. Her third book, Gather, was released in March 2013.

What kind of books does Julie Goodwin write?

Julie Goodwin writes cookbooks focused on home cooking, family-friendly recipes, entertaining and approachable techniques. Titles include Our Family Table, Heart of the Home, Gather, Julie Goodwin's Essential Cookbook, 20/20 Meals and Homemade Takeaway.

Which book is best to start with?

For a broad introduction, start with Our Family Table or Julie Goodwin's Essential Cookbook for foundational, family-oriented recipes. Choose Gather for entertaining and presentation ideas, 20/20 Meals for quick budget meals, or Homemade Takeaway to recreate takeaway dishes at home.

Are her books part of a series and is there a recommended reading order?

Her books are standalone cookbooks rather than a formal series. Publishing highlights include her first cookbook Our Family Table, Heart of the Home (2011) and Gather (released March 2013), but you can read them in any order depending on your needs.

Does she offer quick or budget-friendly recipes?

Yes. Julie Goodwin emphasizes practical, family-friendly cooking and has a book specifically devoted to quick budget meals, Julie Goodwin's 20/20 Meals, along with other titles that focus on accessible, time-efficient recipes.

What notable recognition does Julie Goodwin have in food writing?

Julie Goodwin was the winner of Australia's first MasterChef and is a bestselling cookbook author. Her first cookbook, Our Family Table, is one of the highest selling cookbooks in Australian history. She also writes a monthly column for the Australian Women's Weekly and appears regularly on The Today Show.