Feb 5, 2026
In today’s episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast, Maggie sits down with former student and now published cookbook author Nina Greipel, creator of Gasthaus: Cookbook & Memories.
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For over 30 years, Nina’s family ran The Gasthaus restaurant in Louisville, Kentucky — a beloved hidden gem known for authentic German flavors and warm hospitality. In this episode, Nina shares how she preserved her family’s restaurant legacy in a beautifully photographed, full-color cookbook.
You’ll hear about:
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The story behind The Gasthaus restaurant and its impact on the community
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How Nina decided to turn her family’s recipes into a cookbook
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The process of testing, developing, and photographing over 80 recipes
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What it was like working through the cookbook publishing journey step-by-step
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How being part of a supportive group helped her finish and publish her book
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Tips and lessons Nina learned along the way
If you love cookbooks with heart, history, and meaningful stories — or if you dream of publishing your own — this episode will inspire you.
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