Move over, Martha No one knows how to party like a Wild Woman. She can bring home the bacon, fry it up, and entertain you all at the same time. Part howto, part history, and 100 percent hilarious, Wild Women Throw a Party is the gift book of the season. Master chef and co-author of the wildly popular Wild Women in the Kitchen, Lynette Shirk has stirred up a bestselling batch of stories, anecdotes, historical facts, recipes, and favorite foods inspired by wellknown Wild Womenfrom Dorothy Parker to Sarah Jessica Parkerand you are invited to a celebration of famed femmes and recipes for fun based on their stories.
 Let's party like it's 1929 with JazzAge babe Zelda Fitzgerald Highlights include Dorothy Parker's Cocktail Party, Silver Screen Queens' Oscar Night, Joan Crawford's Mother's Day "Mommy Dearest" Breakfast, and Mary Pickford's Picnic at Pickfair. And nothing beats Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede. But you might want to try the Better Than a Spaghetti Western Pasta Pajama Party, in homage to Sophia Loren. Who knew that dangerous debutante Peggy Guggenheim, famous for her arty party salons, was also a gifted gourmet? Or that when Eleanor Roosevelt wasn't serving at soup kitchens, she was throwing and attending the most elegant "do's" around.
 From Dollywood to Hollywood, these dazzling dames and sassy sauciers know how to sling spaghetti, toss any salad, and dish up the desserts. Included are 110 original recipes by a master chef and bonafide Wild Woman and features 15 blackandwhite photos of famous Wild Women and a fun, colorful design.

Wild Women Throw a Party: 110 Original Recipes and Amazing Menus for Birthday Bashes, Power Showers, Poker Soirees, and Celebrations Galore

Shirk, Lynette Rohrer

Parenting & Relationships

Conari Press

The recession has put a lot of strain on the grocery bill, especially for those with families or friends to feed. But that doesn't mean having to skip gourmet food and a balanced diet. Noted chef and "four-star frugal gourmet" Lynette Shirk shows readers how to creatively and cleverly use ingredients and leftovers to produce wonderful inexpensive meals for any occasion. This book has everything, from roasting coffee at home to concocting inexpensive crave-worthy casseroles to whipping up snacks on a shoestring. Chapters include "Bankable Breakfasts," "Lunch for Less," and "Dinner on a Dime," and feature irresistible recipes from Shaved Shrimp Rolls and Gourmet PBJ to an "Exponential Chicken" that stretches the bird over five different courses. With hundreds of delicious dishes and expert advice (including fun ideas for serving), The Frugal Foodie Cookbook keeps hungry readers living well and eating better.

The Frugal Foodie Cookbook: Waste-Not Recipes for the Wise Cook

Business & Money

Starr, Lara

Personal Finance

Viva Editions

Home cooking just got a makeover. In The About.com Guide to Home Cooking, queen of comfort food Peggy Trowbridge Filippone reimagines family-style fare--adding a much-needed dash of savory sophistication. With Peggy at your side, you'll learn the tricks of the kitchen trade that make every meal a culinary delight! With recipes that are as easy as they are delicious, you'll whip up exciting variations of such classics as: 
<ul>
<li>Curried Deviled Eggs </li>
<li>Blue Cheese and Bacon Twice-Baked Potatoes </li>
<li>Easy Wine-Marinated Brisket </li>
<li>Pomegranate Lamb </li>
<li>Peach Amaretto Duck Breast </li>
<li>Boneless Stuffed Turkey with Pistachios </li>
<li>Butterscotch-Stuffed Brownie Bites </li>
</ul> With The About.com Guide to Home Cooking, eating at home has never been more appetizing! Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, the About.com Guide to Home Cooking since 1996, is a writer and consultant for kitchen product companies and cookbook authors. She writes news columns about cooking and has hosted various food forums for several online sites over the past sixteen years. She lives in Plantation, FL.

About.com Guide to Home Cooking: 225 Family Friendly Recipes with a Dash of Sophistication (About.com Guides)

Filippone, Peggy Trowbridge

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Adams Media Corp.

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