Thursday, May 26, 2016

Plated: A Review

I had already heard of Plated, the food delivery service my daughter subscribes to in New York City. She is so impressed with them that I couldn't wait to get my hands on their brand new cookbook by the same name. Suffice it to say, I was not disappointed!




The cookbook Plated by Elana Karp and Suzanne Dumaine is indeed absolutely lovely! It contains more than 125 recipes that are broken down by Weekend Dinners, Great for Leftovers, Make Ahead, Weekend Feasts, For a Crowd, On the Side, and At the End. Wow! Something for everyone!

The recipes are clearly written, beautifully photographed, and very appealing. I can't wait to try the Phyllo-Wrapped Salmon with Spinach and Feta. And the Creamy Polenta with Mushroom Ragout. And their famous One-Pan Roasted Rosemary Chicken with Seasonal Vegetables. This last one actually gives you a list of different vegetables to try, depending on the season. How clever!

I couldn't be happier with this cookbook. And I know it will serve me well for years to come!

* I received this book from Blogging for Books for this review.

Saturday, May 7, 2016

Home Cooked: A Review

When I finally got my much-anticipated copy of Home Cooked by Anya Fernald in the mail, I couldn't wait to open it up. I was secretly hoping it would have the types of recipes I would want to try, clear instructions, and photography that would make my mouth water. I wasn't disappointed on any of these counts.




The book is divided into easy categories: Building Blocks; Snacks, Starters & Cocktails; Pasta, Ragu, Risotto & Eggs; Vegetables; Fish & Meat; and Desserts.

The recipes are on the unusual side, which I love. Techniques are clearly spelled out in both written and visual forms. And explanations abound.

Please excuse me now while I go make some of Anya's fabulous dishes from this book. I know I'm going to love them all!

*I received this book from Blogging for Books for this review.

Monday, May 2, 2016

Food with Friends: A Review



I didn't quite know what to expect before I opened the new cookbook by Leela Cyd, entitled Food with Friends: The Art of Simple Gatherings. But the title sounded interesting, and the cover was really eye-catching.



Once I started to flip through the pages, however, I was immediately smitten. Absolutely smitten. Every single page had something I would want to make right now. Right. This. Very. Minute.

Not only is the book divided by types of special events (like breakfast & brunch, teatime, happy hour, potlucks and picnics, and my favorite: desserts), but it's also chockful of dishes that are anything but ordinary. 

For instance, there's Blood Orange & Feta Stacks. Lemon-Poppyseed Dutch Baby. Purple Cauliflower Hummus. Polenta with Blistered Tomatoes, Walnuts & Thyme. And Blooming Flower Salad.

These are just the tip of the iceberg. There are so many more. I would honestly be thrilled to serve any of them at a future function. 

The photography in this also book is beautiful. The instructions are clear. And the writing is very conversational (which I love).

This is a must-read book for any level of cook!

*I received this book from Blogging for Books for this review.


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