For those drawn to the darker corners of life comes a cookbook celebrating all things gothic. Content creator and recipe developer Kenwa Raymonde delivers an array of meaty, visceral, hearty dishes that don’t skimp on the flavor—or the gore. From Blood Sausages to Slow-Roasted Beef Heart to Grilled Quail Skewers, home cooks will have endless opportunities to create delightfully bloody dishes that come together with Kay’s guidance. More recipes include Squid Ink Linguini, Bone Marrow Tacos, Frog and Fries, and Bloodied Sweet Potato Rolls. Kay also includes recipes for any gothic chef with a sweet tooth, from Victorian Sponge Cake with Dark Berries to Lattice Apple Pie to Honey Ice Cream Infused with Rosewater. With step by steps and Kay’s watchful eye, each recipe comes together as a spooky, satisfying treat.

With chapters broken up between The Primal, The Ethereal, The Apothecary, and The Zodiacal, any home chef is sure to be transported to a dark, enticing realm of forbidden flavors.