Soulfull: The Northern Beaches Book Launch Bringing Art, Food and a Whole Lot of Heart Together

What happens when you bring together a dozen recipes, 12 original artworks and a group of talented Australian creatives who believe food is about so much more than what’s on your plate? You get Soulfull, a beautiful new publication that's turning shared memories into something meaningful, while helping feed Australians in need.

There's something rather lovely about the way food brings people together. Whether it's a family recipe passed down through generations, a meal that reminds you of someone special or a dish that instantly transports you back to childhood, food has a funny way of holding onto our memories.

And it's this connection between food, art and storytelling that inspired Northern Beaches creative director and independent publisher Becca Bolton to create Soulfull, a self-published cookbook and art publication that's been nine months in the making.

On Thursday 19 November, Becca will officially launch Soulfull at Berkelouw Books in Balgowlah, bringing together local art lovers, foodies and creatives for an evening that promises to be about much more than a cookbook.

A Cookbook With a Difference

Forget your typical cookbook filled with perfectly styled dishes and instructions on how to achieve the ultimate dinner party. Soulfull takes a more personal approach, exploring the memories, people and experiences that make food such an important part of our lives.

Featuring 12 recipes alongside 12 original artworks, the publication is a collaboration between Australian artists, cooks, makers and storytellers, including contributors with connections to the Northern Beaches.

Each recipe and artwork brings its own perspective to the table, celebrating the relationship between creativity, food and the stories we carry with us.

For Becca, who is also the founder and director of Considered Studio, the project has been a labour of love, bringing together a community of creatives over nine months to produce something that can be enjoyed, shared and treasured.

But there's another ingredient that makes Soulfull particularly special, and that's its commitment to giving back.

Turning Creativity Into Meals

While the book itself is something to celebrate, Becca has also found a way to turn the project into a meaningful contribution to Australians experiencing food insecurity.

Every copy of Soulfull sold helps provide 16 meals through OzHarvest, the Australian food rescue organisation working to get surplus food into the hands of people who need it.

It's a wonderful connection when you think about it. A book celebrating the joy of food is also helping make sure more Australians have something to put on their plates.

And the giving doesn't stop with book sales.

The Balgowlah launch will also feature a live auction of the 12 original artworks created for the publication, with proceeds supporting OzHarvest.

For local art lovers, it's an opportunity to take home an original piece of Australian art while supporting a cause that makes a tangible difference.

A Little Local Creativity Goes a Long Way

There's no shortage of creative talent on the Northern Beaches, and it's always encouraging to see independent projects like this bringing artists, makers and the wider community together.

What makes Soulfull appealing is that it isn't simply about publishing another beautiful coffee-table book. It's about the stories behind the recipes, the artists interpreting them and the idea that something as everyday as sharing a meal can connect people in unexpected ways.

And in a world where so much of what we consume feels increasingly disposable, there's something refreshing about a thoughtfully created publication that encourages us to slow down, appreciate the stories behind our food and perhaps do a little good along the way.

Whether you're a lover of art, a collector of beautiful books, someone who enjoys cooking or simply looking for an excuse to get out and support a local creative project, this is one event worth putting in the diary.

You might even walk away with an original artwork under your arm, a beautiful new cookbook and the satisfaction of knowing you've helped put food on someone else's table.

Want to Come Along?

The Soulfull book launch and charity art auction will take place at Berkelouw Books, Balgowlah, on Thursday 19 November 2026, from 5pm.

Guests will have the opportunity to discover the publication and its contributors, with 12 original artworks going under the hammer in support of OzHarvest.

You can find out more about Soulfull and purchase a copy through How Good, or follow the project on Instagram at @soulfull.table.

With every book helping provide 16 meals, it's a lovely reminder that a little creativity, a shared love of food and a generous helping of community spirit can go a long way.