Cookbooks

"Compiled by the daughter of a mother lost to breast cancer, this touching book of stories and recipes celebrates not only the delicious and creative ways in which our mothers fed our bodies over the years, but also - and most importantly - the innumerable ways in which our mothers fed our hearts and souls."

The feline co-author of the Mrs. Murphy mysteries introduces, with droll humor, an assortment of recipes for such treats as veal kidney and Sunday salmon pie, Mom's fried chicken, and Christmas goose, complemented by anecdotes about life with famed author Rita Mae Brown.

"...pairs classic movies with easy recipes updated from historic cookbooks to help you create a sensational dining experience for any film genre. Both foodies and film buffs will find their passions fulfilled in this deliciously cinematic cookbook, which gathers authentic recipes from the cultures and eras portrayed in your favorite films: Old-Fashioned Southern Fried Chicken with Gravy to savor with Gone with the Wind; Spaghetti and Meatballs with Eggplant for The Godfather;  Pan-Seared Steak and Onions with The Alamo;  a Victory Garden Salad for Patton.
"The chapters are organized into ten distinct film genres—everything from “Pharaohs and Philosophers” and “Knights and Kings” to “The Wild West” and “Romantic Dinner for Two”—with a dozen or so recipes each. Treat your family to a complete meal served in popcorn bowls while watching Shrek, or enjoy a Renaissance feast with Shakespeare in Love."

"In this delightful mix of recipes, advice, and anecdotes, she writes about often overlooked food items such as beets, pears, black beans, and chutney. With down-to-earth charm and wit, Colwin also discusses the many pleasures and problems of cooking at home in essays such as 'Desserts That Quiver,' 'Turkey Angst,' and 'Catering on One Dollar a Head.'"

"Easy, tasty recipes for those who know how good food looks and tastes but never before had a clue how to make it themselves. Kevin Crafts demystifies the kitchen in 21 mouth-watering, easy-to-prepare menus, all spiced to perfection with his engaging sense of humor."

"Life in the city, love, and unforgettable meals--can a food writer find happiness with a man who has an empty refrigerator? This is a food lover's courtship, with recipes."