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Recommended for home cooks who will marvel at the historical and cultural connections Kassis points out as they prepare her unintimidating, forward-thinking recipes.
In her excellent first book, Pokorny gives us quick and easy designs that are eye-catching and whimsical.
A sure bet for whiskey enthusiasts (novices could pair it with Eddie Ludlow’s Whiskey: A Tasting Course), this highly recommended biography has broad appeal for its heartwarming insights on the importance of family.
Toyota makes it easy to add a fresh twist to vegan meals. Whether you’re fully plant-based or adding plant-based options to your diet, there’s a recipe for every occasion. Perfect for anyone interested in vegan cooking.
A beautifully photographed addition to the family of America’s Test Kitchen books that will draw in cooks of all levels.
Sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels will find this book a useful addition to their collections.
This is a great book for “Star Wars” enthusiasts looking to knit something unique. The patterns offer something for many types of knitters, however, making the more challenging pieces will require experience and advanced skills.
This visually appealing collection of healthy recipes will appeal to all readers looking for meatless-meal options.
Stone gives good coverage of a fun new medium to explore, especially as people spend more time at home. This book will appeal to a wide audience of clay artists, both beginning and more experienced. It is a good basic, instructional resource.
Readers with an electric pressure cooker will find this book useful. Like Copeland’s previous book, this one offers easy-to-follow recipes that are attainable by new and experienced cooks alike.
For anyone wishing to explore their artistic side, this is a solid addition to the genre of simple, well-guided instructional art books.
This solid, simple introduction to painting with watercolors can help beginning and veteran artists alike, whether they are learning in a classroom or following the path of self-instruction.
Well laid out and aimed at home cooks, with easily obtainable ingredients and measurements given in both metric and standard amounts, this is an attractive Italian cookbook with an inspirational lifestyle message. Purchase where there is interest.
An enlightening exploration of the historical and cultural relationships between artists and a creative use of a variety of materials.
Any novice painter should be able to complete each project in this guide and be proud of what they accomplished.
Overall, an accessible and affordable resource for those interested in creating natural skin-care products but are unsure of where to start.
The array of fresh and lively dishes in this collection is perfectly suited to entertaining. Lewis has a massive fan base, and her first foray into print is sure to win her plenty of new devotees. This will be an in-demand title.
An excellent cookbook that will keep even the most accomplished cook busy and happy.
An excellent instructional book for those pursuing kawaii crafts. The use of resins makes it a better choice for adults but also good for children with adult supervision.
Highly recommended for aspiring artists of all types, especially those looking for encouragement to give drawing a go.
Wells intends to help artists develop a means of inner and outer exploration of the creative journey by utilizing an expressive sketchbook as a form of journaling. Amateur artists especially may find this guide helpful.
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Cute Crocheted Wild Animals
The wild animals are fun to create and keep, but also to give as gifts for the little ones. This charming book should delight crocheters of all ages.
Despite this minor quibble, this a charming collection comprised of lovely fabric items crafters will enjoy gifting and creating.
Best used as a supplement to more comprehensive instructional watercolor guides.
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The Making It Guide to Crafting
Fans of the television show will snap this up, and anyone else interested in the world of crafting will find inspiration and cheerful encouragement.
A solid choice for anyone already familiar with macramé, but too advanced for the true beginner.
A book to use long after the first reading. Like the garments the authors so carefully tend to, these pages are sure to take on the stains of well-worn, well-loved readings.
A worthwhile overview of knitting for beginners but with interest for more experienced knitters.
A nice set of projects, but a real chapter on designing patterns would elevate this book above the herd. Recommended for craft collections.
Recommended as a robust addition to any Maker space reference or general craft collection.
While the book deviates from standard crochet terminology, the patterns within are certain to appeal to the youngster crowd.
An excellent guide for the experienced craft hobbyist who wants to create sensational jewelry pieces for a variety of occasions.
A nice variety of crochet styles to choose from in an attractive layout with quality instructions and illustrations.
Experienced sewers will find this a handy reference tool. Lavishly illustrated, this is recommended for anyone interested in sewing.
Anyone wishing to preserve and repair their favorite clothes will find plenty of ideas and useful techniques here.
A compelling memoir about cooking (at home and at work), life, and making it up as you go along.
Public libraries can expand their collection with this guide by serving both fans of Italian food and America’s Test Kitchen. Easy-to-make recipes abound and the nod to regionalism is an intriguing, exciting angle.
This creative, yet approachable collection will satisfy both cooks and Americana fans nostalgic for diner cooking.
Overall, a terrific new compendium that will appeal to bakers and chocolate fans of all skill levels.
A light and delicious take on a cuisine often underrepresented in cooking collections. Vegetarian or not, most cooks will find something to savor.
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The Dairy Restaurant
A wonderful survey of a type of restaurant once ubiquitous and now down to a handful. Katchor contributes a worthy and welcome volume to the genre of Kosher cuisine.
Eagle enjoys thinking about food in all its ephemerality and here succeeds in sharing that experience. A solid pick for fans of food writers Nigel Slater, John Thorne, or Laurie Colwin.
For anyone hoping to make a quick, delicious meal from the cans of food in the pantry.
With straightforward instructions, this personal read presents dishes that are familiar favorites with a unique and delightful spin.
While niche in many aspects, Baudar’s depth of knowledge and relatable voice provide a highly valuable introduction to fermentation and foraged foods.
A terrific guide for dipping into or reading start to finish. Highly recommended where books on wine are popular.
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Drinking French: The Iconic Cocktails, Apéritifs, and Café Traditions of France, with 160 Recipes
A recommended collection that makes accessible the sophistication of French café drinking to cocktail-crazed American audiences.
While many of the recipes are on the cheffy side and require a lot of prep work, experienced home cooks will find this to be an attractive choice.
Offering a wide variety of delicious-sounding plant-based dishes with a strong international focus, this should be purchased where vegan and vegetarian works are popular.
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Pardiz: A Persian Food Journey
This is a personal journey as much as a food journey. The work has the feel of a travelog but might delve too close to coffee-table book territory for readers seeking a more traditional cookbook. That being said, the recipes are simple and easy to follow, with most of the ingredients readily accessible, and average cooks can easily find a new flavor to tease the palate.
Colorful, introductory guidance into the world of natural wines that will be appreciated especially by beginners.
A beautifully produced cookbook that fuses northern and southern cuisine in a mouth-watering collection.
An ancient cuisine expanded with a world of distinct flavors; readers will find dishes to savor again and again.
There aren’t many recent titles that cover Hawaiian cooking so thoroughly or beautifully. If you can’t get to Hawaii for a plate lunch soon, this book will set you up.
A must-read for all seriously interested in concepts of black identities and the significance of food in shaping those concepts.
McKinnon delivers a strong selection of vegetarian recipes that can suit a variety of tastes. Recommended for medium and large collections where vegetarian cookbooks are in demand.
Crammed with exciting ideas that encourage creativity, this lively book will quickly become an essential item in the home cook’s library.
This cookbook with a great background story and delicious sounding mashups, such as pad thai tacos and banana Nutella spring rolls, is recommended for extensive cookbook collections.
This simple yet authentic and extensive collection could easily replace every other Mexican cookbook in your library’s collection.
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The Way We Eat Now: How the Food Revolution Has Transformed Our Lives, Our Bodies, and Our World
Much more than another culinary history, this is a fascinating read for both foodies and sociologists alike.
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Pesto: The Modern Mother Sauce; More Than 90 Inventive Recipes That Start with Homemade Pestos
Beginning and experienced home cooks alike will find inspiration in this vibrant, accessible guide to pesto.
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Heavenly Vegan Dals & Curries
A surprising collection of easy, healthy dishes showcasing the variability of vegan meals. Recommended for both vegans and nonvegans alike.
A surprising collection of easy, healthy dishes showcasing the variability of vegan meals. Recommended for both vegans and nonvegans alike
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Pesto: The Modern Mother Sauce; More Than 90 Inventive Recipes That Start with Homemade Pestos
Beginning and experienced home cooks alike will find inspiration in this vibrant, accessible guide to pesto
A great choice for readers looking to add variety to their grilling routine, or for those who are interested in learning how to grill for the first time
A good resource for cooks looking for new ways to prepare and preserve foods from root to stem.
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Dinner Just for Two
A first purchase for library cookery collections and an invaluable resource for anyone preparing meals for smaller households.
Vibrant photography, compact recipes, and straightforward preparation techniques make this title enticing for both beginning and experienced home cooks, though it could have been improved with the addition of a basic ingredient guide.
The authors do a great job at taking readers behind the scenes of a hectic profession many might take for granted.
A solid choice for fans of celebrity chef and pop culture memoirs.
Fans of regional American cooking, history, and storytelling will enjoy this literary ramble in the Louisiana Gumbo belt.
This beautifully written memoir is a wonderful story about family, love, and connecting with your roots. Recommended to readers who enjoyed Michael W. Twitty's The Cooking Gene.
Although confusing in its organization, this book still offers cooks a sense of fun, improvisation, and mastery.
This book will pique the palates of curious wine enthusiasts. Great-looking graphics and an extensive guide to 180 producers in 20 countries increases its value.
PBS fans and foodies will find this a pleasantly accessible yet authoritative guide to Greek cuisine.
A solid resource for cooks of all levels, especially beginners.
Closer to Joudie Kalla's recent Palestine on a Plate, but with a more modern approach, providing a more accessible take than Yotam Ottolenghi's Jerusalem, this is an excellent choice for home cooks interested in the region.
Not to be missed; an essential purchase for library cookery collections.—Kelsy Peterson, Forest Hill Coll., Melbourne, Australia
While certainly not a cookbook for the calorie-conscious, this entertaining guide will appeal to those looking to update their Southern-style cooking without completely jettisoning tradition.—Rebecca Brody, Westfield State Univ., MA
Kehdy presents a great collection of Middle Eastern recipes, with a gentle guiding hand.—Holly Skir, Broward Cty. Lib., FL
Firth's first cookbook will be popular among bakers interested in perfecting gourmet cookies.—Ginny Wolter, Toledo Lucas Cty. P.L.
Though the narrative can be somewhat repetitive, it still offers an accessible overview of evidence supporting and contradicting popular scientific theories, and Schouten's (A Gap in Nature) detailed color illustrations of an earlier world will captivate readers.
An excellent study on a topic that deserves more attention. Recommended for academic and large public libraries.
Recommended for all environmental/agricultural collections
Klein sets forth to share the poetry of the universe and succeeds, offering a grounding in the science and beauty that comprises the world around us. The text is easily attainable to casual readers and scientists alike, and will help both to understand the universe better.
This brief series of essays will be enjoyed by those who treasure the desert, environmental activists, and fans of Desert Solitaire.
This book provides a simple introduction to possibilities of other intelligent species in a conversational approach that should appeal to a wide range of readers.
As the pendulum of home decor trends moves away from minimalism and back to color and pattern, Nicholas is the cheerful, inspiring guide to maximalism we all need.
This unique resource is an essential purchase for libraries where craft titles circulate well.
Consult this handy guide when pregnancy and parenthood disrupt your culinary routines. Highly recommended.
A capable blend of history, memoir, restaurant profiles, travel photography, and fabulous Israeli cuisine.
An indispensable culinary reference for most collections.
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Milk Street: Tuesday Nights; More Than 200 Simple Weeknight Suppers That Deliver Bold Flavor, Fast
Milk Street's globally inspired approach to fast cooking is anything but bland. Turn to their latest for flavorful weeknight winners.
Highly recommended for dessert lovers who want iconic recipes in one book.
Brulé's well-executed second cookbook will delight readers who want to eat more plant-based meals.
Recommended for busy families, this title pairs well with its predecessor and Polly Conner and Rachel Tiemeyer's From Freezer to Table.
A treat for lovers of approachable recipes that incorporate professional techniques.
A practical title to have on hand if you're frequently throwing out food scraps. Highly recommended for readers interested in kitchen frugality and using all produce parts.
Well executed and a little quirky, this mostly vegan collection will turn heads. Note that as of May 2018 there is ongoing litigation regarding this title and its authorship.
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