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Ad Hoc At Home  by Thomas Keller
In Ad Hoc at Home—a cookbook inspired by the menu of his casual restaurant Ad Hoc in Yountville Thomas Keller showcases more than 200 recipes for family-style meals. This is Keller at his most playful, serving up such truck-stop classics as Potato Hash with Bacon and Melted Onions and grilled-cheese sandwiches, and heartier fare including beef Stroganoff and roasted spring leg of lamb. In fun, full-color photographs, the great chef gives step-by-step lessons in kitchen basics— here is Keller teaching how to perfectly shape a basic hamburger, truss a chicken, or dress a salad.

Hardback,  384 pp,  $70.00. Buy now

Park Avenue Potluck Celebrations  by Florence Fabricant and Soc Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr
Benefiting America’s leading center for the research and treatment of cancer, this is an invitation to a year’s worth of fabulous fetes hosted by New York’s most celebrated party-givers and fund-raisers. Taking the reader to some of the most glamorous private homes in Manhattan (and in the country), Park Avenue Potluck Celebrations showcases the unique elan and elegance these ladies bring to entertaining–be it a glittering New Year’s Eve or an al-fresco lunch on the terrace. From the mint juleps kicking off Derby Day to the Spanish Christmas cookies by the fireplace, these hostesses offer easy ideas that anyone can achieve at home. These ladies show that taste is all about how you put things together–on a tabletop, in a vase of flowers, w

,  272 pp,  $48.95. Buy now

Good Eats  by Alton Brown
Alton Brown is a foodie phenomenon: a great cook, a very funny guy, and–underneath it all–a science geek who’s as interested in the chemistry of cooking as he is in eating. (Well, almost.) Here, finally, are the books that Brown’s legion of fans have been salivating for–two volumes that together will provide an unexpurgated record of his long-running, award-winning Food Network TV series, Good Eats. From Pork Fiction (on baby back ribs), to Citizen Cane (on caramel sauce), to Oat Cuisine (on oatmeal), every hilarious episode is represented. Each book–the second will be published in fall 2010–is illustrated with behind-the-scenes photos taken on the Good Eats set. Each contains more than 140 recipes and more than 1,000 photographs and i

,  396 pp,  $52.95. Buy now

Jamie’s America  by Jamie Oliver
Jamie Oliver’s epic journey takes him to the heart of America: its people, culture, music and, most importantly, its food. Along the way he met hunters, cowboys, fishermen and local and experienced a gumbo ‘throw-down’ in Louisiana, fishing in California and bison sampling in Montana. “Jamie’s America” is a practical cookbook, with each chapter focusing on the food and recipes of a different state. And the food will be as varied as the landscapes – from spicy Mexican in the desert to freshly caught Alaskan salmon. With 120 brand new recipes, and Jamie’s diary narrative running alongside, this is a celebratory cookbook of a country with a wide food heritage.

Hardback,  360 pp,  $65.00. Buy now

Thoroughly Modern Milkshakes  by Adam Ried
Whatever you call it, the quintessentially American combination of milk, ice cream and syrup has delighted generations. This collection of recipes infuses the classic shake with unexpected flavour twists that bring the milkshake into the twenty-first century

Hardback,  128 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

Ham Biscuits, Hostess Gowns, and Other Southern Specialties  by Julia Reed
Julia Reed spends a lot of time thinking about ham biscuits. And cornbread and casseroles and the surprisingly modern ease of donning a hostess gown for one’s own party. In” Ham Biscuits, Hostess Gowns and Other Southern Specialties” Julia Reed collects her thoughts on good cooking and the lessons of gracious entertaining that pass from one woman to another, and takes the reader on a lively and very personal tour of the culinary–and social–South. In essays on everything from pork chops to the perfect picnic Julia Reed revels in the simple good qualities that make the Southern table the best possible place to pull up a chair. She expounds on: the Southerner’s relentless penchant for using gelatin; why most things taste better with homemade

Paperback,  272 pp,  $20.95. Buy now

The Barefoot Contessa  by Ina Garten
When Ina Garten opened her fabulous food store, The Barefoot Contessa, it soon became the most popular place in town and attracted masses of visitors all year round. But after 18 years, Ina needed a new challenge and she turned her hand to writing up her wonderful recipes and the great tips on style and entertaining that are the hallmark of her work. And it wasn’t too long before Ina became one of America’s most successful cookery writers. Her New York Times bestselling books went on to sell more than 3 million copies worldwide and today she is one of the stars of America’s Food Network, where she attracts weekly audiences of more than 5 million. Genuinely warm and inspiring, Ina is America’s own Domestic Goddess, and her television popular

,  272 pp,  $49.95. Buy now

Bixology  by Eve O’Neill and Doug Bix Biederbeck
In the spirit of Schott’s Miscellany, comes Bixology, a compilation of drink recipes, favorite snack recipes, and plenty of facts and fun information about drinks, food, literature, music, and art. Bix, the San Francisco supper club embodies all these things and this small volume will convey the spirit of the restaurant and the lifestyle of those who frequent it. Divided into three chapters, Salutations, Celebrations, Reparations Simple Pleasures and, Clever Rhymes and Complex Forms, readers can find out such interesting tidbits as The Ten Essential Books for Book Lovers chosen by Bix owner Doug Beiderbeck Bix’s Ten Essential Party Foods (Crab Rolls, Steak Tartare for example) and, Bix’s Ten Essential Cocktails, starting with the famous Neg

,  160 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

Easy and Elegant Cooking: Holland America Line v. 2  by Rudi Sodamin
Yearly more than 600,000 passengers board Holland America’s luxury ships and travel the seas to enjoy thrilling adventures and the fine cuisine for which the cruise line is renowned. Promising an unforgettable and world-class culinary experience, Holland America has put together a cookbook that guests can use to prepare its magical meals at home. Holland America’s Master Chef Rudi Sodamin has compiled approximately 100 favorite recipes that show time-pressed home cooks how to re-create dishes that achieve the same high level of elegance as those served onboard. Featuring recipes such as Salad Nicoise with Grilled Salmon, Peppercorn-Crusted Monkfish with Mustard Vinaigrette, Poached Lemon-Infused Chicken Breast with Orzo and Squash, Grilled

,  192 pp,  $45.00. Buy now

The Amish Cook at Home  by Lovina Eicher and Kevin Williams
Structured around the four seasons, which heavily influence Amish life and cooking, ‘The Amish Cook at Home’ offers recipes teaming with seasonal vegetables, fruits, and meat. Culinary traditions like Dandelion Jelly, Asparagus-Potato Soup, Chicken and Dumplings, and Concord Grape Streusel Pie are featured alongside Amish history, culture, and lore. Stories of Old Order days and glimpses into events like weddings, funerals, tax time, and the holidays are included, as well as anecdotes from Lovina’s own family life shared with her husband Joe and their eight children. ‘The Amish Cook at Home’ offers a welcome return to nature and community that is centred on the family table.

Hardback,  224 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

The Story of Sushi  by Trevor Corson
Everything you never knew about sushi – its origins, the colourful lives of its chefs, and the bizarre behavior of the creatures that compose it. Trevor Corson takes us behind the scenes at an American sushi-chef training academy, as eager novices strive to master the elusive art. He delves into the biology of the edible creatures of the sea, and tells the fascinating story of an Indo-Chinese meal reinvented in nineteenth-century Tokyo as a cheap fast food. The Story of Sushi is at once a compelling tale of human determination and a delectable smorgasbord of surprising food science, intrepid reporting, and provocative cultural history.

Paperback,  400 pp,  $20.95. Buy now

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives  by Guy Fieri
Guy Fieri takes you on a tour of America’s most colourful diners, drive-ins and dives, complete with recipes, photos, and memorabilia. Packed with Guy’s iconic personality, Diners, Drive-ins and Dives follows his hot-rod trips around the U.S. From digging in at legendary burger joint the Squeeze Inn in Sacramento, California, baking Peanut Pie from Virginia Diner in Wakefield, Virginia, or kicking back with Pete’s “Rubbed and Almost Fried” Turkey Sandwich from Panini Pete’s in Fairhope, Alabama, Guy showcases the amazing personalities, fascinating stories and outrageously good food offered by these American treasures.

Paperback,  250 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

The Fireside Cook Book  by James Beard
The Fireside Cook Book is designed for people who are not content to regard food just as something one transfers periodically from plate to mouth. It is for those who recognize that a simple family meal (as well as a dress-up dinner party) can be a pleasure and a special event. The wide variety of I-can’t-wait-to-try-it dishes in the book are presented according to a new and different theory. You will find here no attempt to overwhelm the cook with all the recipes ever concocted. Instead, you will find clear, easy-to-follow instructions for the basic preparation of every food, followed in each case by fascinating variations. The basic recipes and variations add up to 1,217 tested dishes — simple enough for the novice, delicious enough for

,  336 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Southern Living Christmas Cookbook  by Rebecca Brennan, Nancy Fitzpatrick Wyatt and Susan Carlisle Payne & others and others
Over 350 recipes and nearly 250 colour photographs make up this holiday entertaining guide. You’ll love the ease of the Harvest Fare menu that features Bourbon-Glazed Ham and Out-of-this-World Scalloped Potatoes. Breakfast Pizza and Cheesy Baked Grits will delight the entire family. Don’t miss the Coffee and Chocolate Party that offers such indulgences as Mocha Fondue, in addition to tips on setting up a coffee bar. The Classic Christmas Dinner, with its entree choice of Marinated Cornish Hens or Marinated Turkey Breast, will have you preparing this meal year-round rather than waiting for Christmas Day! Treats for Early Risers gives you at-a-glance breakfast and brunch ideas, from Buttery Biscuits to Mini Sausage-and-Egg Casseroles.

,  288 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Come One, Come All  by Lee Svitak
Award winner and national food authority Lee Svitak Dean provides 32 seasonal menus and over 150 recipes for just about any party or occasion in this, her first book. Guided by the ingredients and distinct seasons of the Midwest, these menus provide a game plan for all cooks: what can be done ahead how do you get it all done at the same time and, all of the menus include time-saving tips, shortcuts, and substitutions so that even the busiest among us can throw a wonderful party.This title includes the styles of the menus range from elegant to casual chic. One winter menu, Flavours of Spain Dinner Party, includes Mixed Greens with Blood Oranges, Mediterranean Seafood Stew, Flatbread with Fresh Thyme and Black Peppercorns, and Pear Tart with

,  311 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Hadassah Jewish Holiday Cookbook  by Joan Michel
Whether it’s a holiday, or Shabbat dinner, What’s on the menu? is on everybody’s mind. Ranging from the classic Ashkenazic Chicken Fricassee to the definitive Sephardic Chicken Marrakesh, The Hadassah Jewish Holiday Cookbook includes the best traditional recipes from the celebrated cooks of Hadassah, the Jewish women’s volunteer organization. In a culinary celebration of tradition, history, dedication, and faith, the more than 250 holiday recipes from great cooks in America and Israel present traditional favorites as well as modern twists on classic dishes. Readers will find nostalgic must-haves–from chicken soup to borscht and kreplach to kishka–along with favorite dishes updated for modern palates.

,  224 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

NFL Gameday Cookbook  by Ray Lampe
This book is for the NFL crowd, for both home television viewers and for die-hard fans. The recipes are designed for travel to the game, with specific ideas on how to prep ahead, transport and serve in the fun and unique circumstances of an NFL party. Interspersed among the 150 recipes are explanations for techniques like properly deep frying turkeys (and seafood, twinkies, oreos and even ice cream). Author Ray Lampe is a grilling master and he addresses the use of an outdoor stove for cooking everything, even breakfast dishes like Huevos Rancheros and Pulled Pork Scrambled Eggs. Also part of mix are make-at-home take-along fare like salads, desserts, and some of Ray’s championship barbecue recipes that you can cook ahead and bring to the g

Paperback,  240 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

American Artisanal  by Rebecca Gray
We have a growing hunger to know where our food comes from. In our increasingly corporate world, we are looking to get back in touch with our roots to the land. American Artisanal feeds this hunger as no book has before. The book celebrates eighteen of America’s leading food artisans-from Wood Prairie Farms potatoes in Maine to L. L. Lanier Honey in Florida, from Reed’s Ginger Brew in California to Earthy Delights mushrooms in Michigan. These are folks who are returning to the basics of sustainable, small-scale, or just plain high quality production. Food is a second career for many of these producers, who decided to drop out of the office rat race and pursue their real passion, literally in the field. In their inspirational stories we also

Hardback,  272 pp,  $37.95. Buy now

With Heart and Soul; Favorite Recipes from Our Friends and Family  by Roxie Kelley, Shelly Reeves Smith and Roxie Kelly and others
This illustrated cookbook series is available for the first time in paperback. Roxie Kelley and Shelly Reeves Smith nourish the body and soul by combining simple yet satisfying recipes with tips on gracious living and friendly entertaining, all presented alongside warm and inviting hand-drawn illustrations. In addition to recipes such as Salmon Spread, Buttermilk Chive Biscuits, Creamy Carrot and Tomato Soup, Deep Dish Steak Pie, and White Chocolate Raspberry Cake, this more-than-a-cookbook book includes tips on household cleaning, organising, gardening, and entertaining.

Paperback,  160 pp,  $23.95. Buy now

My Life in France  by Julia Child and Alex Prud’homme
Julia Child singlehandedly created a new approach to American cuisine with her cookbook Mastering the Art of French Cooking and her television show The French Chef, but as she reveals in this bestselling memoir, she was not always a master chef. Indeed, when she first arrived in France in 1948 with her husband, Paul, who was to work for the USIS, she spoke no French and knew nothing about the country itself. But as she dove into French culture, buying food at local markets and taking classes at the Cordon Bleu, her life changed forever with her newfound passion for cooking and teaching. Julia’s unforgettable story – struggles with the head of the Cordon Bleu, rejections from publishers to whom she sent her now-famous cookbook, a wonderful,

Paperback,  368 pp,  $22.95. Buy now