Just what is ion our food anyway? There have been lots of food scares as of late. Chemicals, toxins, genetically modified monstrosities and the like have been in the news as our food supply is shown to be at risk. Why is it so? Pollan has written a great book that looks into [...]
I Like You by Amy Sedaris
Published in November 24th, 2008
Have you wondered through the bookstore and come across the vast section of entertaining books? There are so many choices. Books by T.V. Chefs, books by celebrities, books by the wives of celebrities, and then you reach the best entertaining book for those of us that like cocktail. It is a giant book written by [...]
Gordon Ramsay’s Fast Food
Published in September 20th, 2008
Maybe you have no idea as to who Gordon Ramsay might be, meaning you lack a television and a local bookstore. The man is a cooking phenom that has slowly taken over the world from his home base in Merry ole England. Now, here in the states he lives on Fox with two television [...]
Two Dudes, One Pan by Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo
Published in September 2nd, 2008
This is reviewed by a guest reviewer – Molly Two Dudes…One Pan In the competitive world of producing cookbooks, gimmicks seem to be all the rage; however, in my opinion Shook and Dotolo missed the mark. The book begins with an explanation of the cooking equipment that the authors deem as essentials: the big bowl, [...]
Little Cakes from the Whimsical Bakehouse
Published in August 11th, 2008
Is there anything better than cupcakes? Sweet and automatically portion controlled they are a favorite dessert in our house. “Little Cakes from the Whimsical Bakehouse” by Kaye and Liv Hansen is full of these mini delights with presentations that take them from birthday standby to works of art. While the decorative icing themes (ranging from [...]
Upcoming Reading
Published in July 11th, 2008
Well it is that time. I do have some more reviews to write this weekend and hope to post them by Monday at the latest. A few more books are in the mail – some Blackford Oakes adventures, a collection of Waiter rants, a few cookbooks, and a book I want more info on [...]
God in a Cup by Michaele Weissman
Published in June 26th, 2008
God in a Cup by Michaele Weissman The specialty coffee world is on the verge of going mainstream. The demand for higher quality coffee and the wish for sustainable relationships with the farmer and business have led to the creation of the Third Wave of Coffee enthusiasts. In her very informative book, God in a [...]
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