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Marilyn Harris, hailed by Bert Greene as “the undisputed doyenne of cuisine in the Midwest,” brings you Cooking with Marilyn, a collection of recipes and suggested menus for “real” food with an emphasis on simplicity of preparation. Hardcover.
Between slaying nutria for a Mardi Gras celebration, lying in wait for mallards in Venice, or fighting off a wild hog, these Cajun boys know their way around Louisiana’s bayous.
Savannah’s oldest eatery has served its renowned barbecue to thousands of luminaries, locals, and visitors since 1924. The welcoming atmosphere and outstanding food of this family business are hallmarks of Johnny Harris Restaurant. With this book, barbecue enthusiasts can bring that signature taste and history into the home. Featuring vintage photographs and reminiscences from generations of patrons, this delectable book is a delightful homage to the heritage and flavor of an iconic institution.
Direct from the kitchen of this acclaimed radio personality, columnist, food consultant, and cooking teacher, Live! From Marilyn’s Kitchen is a sparkling collection of diverse and exciting recipes served up in a conversational style rich in culinary insight and stovetop wisdom. Hardcover.
When Lowney’s Cook Book was first published in 1907, it was heralded as a “new guide for the housekeeper, especially intended as a full record of delicious dishes sufficient for any well-to-do family, clear enough for the beginner, and complete enough for ambitious providers.” This new edition retains the original’s consistent, invaluable cooking instructions, tips, and copious numbers of chocolate recipes. More than a century later, the cookbook is still a staple in the collection of culinary historians and homemakers.
Based on presentations of Meanwhile, Back at Café Du Monde . . ., these foodie monologues invoke your own special comfort foods, recalling tasty memories of life, love, family, and friends to warm your heart, feed your soul, and make you pause to savor the sweetness of life! Accompanied by candid photographs of the many people involved, from speakers to audience members, this book will be a treasure trove of delightful and delicious memories for all. Karen Benrud, a member of the Café Du Monde family of New Orleans, provides the foreword that celebrates the 150th anniversary of the landmark café and its history.