Dave Becker, chef-owner of Needham’s cozy neighborhood favorite Sweet Basil, releases his sophomore cookbook, Stewed. Chock-full of recipes to warm up your winter (think soups, braises and, of course, the titular stews), Becker’s book covers everything from a hearty Portuguese kale stew to Thai coconut soup to duck ragu. Pick up a copy (for $35) online, through their website or Jessica’s Biscuit, or at any one of his upcoming book signings – see below for the schedule.

Saturday, January 26th – New England Mobile Book Fair
1:00 to 3:00pm, 82-84 Needham Street, Newton Highlands
Complimentary admission

Saturday, February 2nd – Wellesley Booksmith
1:00 to 3:00pm, 82 Central St., Wellesley
Complimentary admission