The day we were all waiting for finally came: the day of the final Piglet judgment! For weeks, we have woken up with just one thought on our minds:what will today's judge decide? We started with sixteen cookbooks, and although we enjoyed and appreciated each and every one -- along with a slew of Community Picks -- there can only be one winner. 

Read up on some of 2012's most-loved cookbooks, tested and reviewed by the one and only Food52 community.   

Today: JenBohn takes on new techniques in Modernist Cuisine at Home.

The Piglet party wants you! Head here to claim your tickets.

16 of the best cookbooks of 2012. A whole slew of talented and opinionated judges. 1 prize: the coveted Piglet trophy.

Read up on some of 2012's most-loved cookbooks, tested and reviewed by the one and only Food52 community. 

Today: Greenstuff absorbs the Scandinavian spirit that Fäviken has to offer.