Craig Norback

About the Author

Craig Norback is a culinary enthusiast and author whose passion for everyday cooking shines through in his innovative approach to meal preparation. With a background in food journalism, he has spent years exploring the hidden gems of grocery store aisles, transforming ordinary packaging into sources of inspiration. His debut book, The Side and Back Panel Cookbook: Recipes from the Boxes, Packages, Cans, and Bottles of Your Favorite Foods, celebrates the creativity found in the instructions and suggestions printed on everyday food items, offering readers simple, delicious recipes that make the most of what they already have at home. Norback's work encourages home cooks to rethink their pantries, blending practicality with a touch of whimsy to bring fresh excitement to the kitchen table.