A couple of weeks ago, I revisited an old recipe from a food writer I have loved. Over the Christmas break, I’d been telling my son about Amanda Hesser’s ginger duck recipe from her book, Cooking for Mr. Latte.… Read more
Cookbooks
My cookbook recommendations. The stack on your bedside table might be ready to tumble to the floor, but you might need to add just one more!
New Cookbooks for Fall and Winter 2019
Several new cookbooks look great for changing up our fall and winter dining routines.
If you are looking for a gift for someone who loves to cook, one of these cookbooks might be perfect.… Read more
The Frugal Vegan Cookbook
The Frugal Vegan cookbook’s subtitle is “Affordable, Easy & Delicious Vegan Cooking.” It lives up to that claim. I don’t eat vegan food all of the time, but I often make vegan meals. If you are vegan, if you practice “meatless Mondays” or you simply want healthy recipes for some of your weekday meals, this cookbook is full of recipes to meet your dining needs.… Read more
Gifts for Book Lovers
As cold weather moves in and the days get shorter, I’m starting to crave time in front of the fireplace with a good book. Wouldn’t it be great to take a reading vacation just about now?
If you have someone on your shopping list who likes to read or who loves cookbooks, maybe one of these books will make the perfect gift.… Read more
New Cookbooks for Fall and Winter 2017
There’s something about cold weather that inspires us to cook comfort foods and gather our friends around the table. Here are some new cookbooks to provide inspiration for our fall (it’s not over yet) and winter entertaining.… Read more