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Cover art for MOMOFUKU MILK BAR
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 25, 2011

"A refreshing, youthful cookbook that will have readers happily indulging in a rising pastry-chef star's widely appealing treats."
With this detailed, versatile cookbook, readers can finally make Momofuku Milk Bar's inventive, decadent desserts at home, or see what they've been missing. Read full book review >
Cover art for ESSENTIAL PEPIN
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 19, 2011

"Showcases a lifetime of remarkable achievements by the ambassador of French cuisine."
The world-famous chef returns with more than 700 handpicked recipes retooled for the vicissitudes of today's kitchen and garnered from more than 60 years of experience. Read full book review >
Cover art for BEST FOOD WRITING 2011
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 15, 2011
edited by Holly Hughes

"A smorgasbord of essays to satiate the hungry reader's palate."
The latest edition of the food-writing series, edited by former Fodor's Travel Publications executive editor Hughes. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE GORILLA MAN AND THE EMPRESS OF STEAK
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 14, 2011

"An uneven but zesty chronicle—worth a look for food historians."
New Orleans forms the richly atmospheric backdrop for a determined, eccentric family who found success in the steakhouse business. Read full book review >
Cover art for RECIPES FOR LIFE
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 11, 2011

"A mouthwatering blend of memoir and cookbook."
Hollywood Walk of Fame actress Evans (Linda Evans Beauty and Exercise Book, 1983) tells her story through food. Read full book review >
Cover art for PAULA DEEN'S SOUTHERN COOKING BIBLE
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 11, 2011

"Preach it, Paula."
An encyclopedic tour of Southern cuisine that leaves no doubt about Deen's (Paula Deen: It Ain't All About the Cooking, 2009, etc.) latest bountiful and delicious contributions to the contemporary American kitchen. Read full book review >
Cover art for JAMIE OLIVER'S MEALS IN MINUTES
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 11, 2011

"It's difficult to imagine the average home cook not gaining wisdom, skill and confidence from this worthy addition to the Oliver Empire."
"I'm too busy." "It's too expensive." "I don't know how." Celebrity chef and author Oliver (Jamie's Food Revolution, 2011, etc.) doesn't want to hear your excuses for not preparing home-cooked meals. None of them are true anyway, and he sets out to prove it. Read full book review >
Cover art for EDIBLE BROOKLYN
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 4, 2011
edited by Rachel Wharton

"Clearly most valuable to those lucky enough to benefit from its local food knowledge firsthand, but will also inspire out-of-town foodies to book the next flight to JFK."
Through a wide variety of unique and delicious recipes, editor Wharton draws a blueprint of Brooklyn's storied locavore food culture. Read full book review >
Cover art for SIMPLE FOOD, BIG FLAVOR
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 4, 2011

"For Sánchez fans and those unafraid to fire up their taste buds like a pro."
Popular Food Network personality, restaurant owner and executive chef Sánchez (La Comida del Barrio, 2003) infuses personal history and big flavors into more than a dozen fiery components of Mexican cuisine. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE FAMILY MEAL
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 3, 2011
by Ferran Adrià, translated by Enrique Cillero

"A gem of a cookbook packed with fantastic recipes and tips from a master--the closest most readers will come to eating with him."
A deliciously dynamic yet approachable cookbook from arguably the world's greatest chef. Read full book review >
Cover art for COFFEE-TIME TREATS
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 1, 2011
by Jose Marechal, photographed by Akiko Ida

"A charming, glossy book of sweet Parisian morsels."
Delectable, butter-heavy French delights made easy. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE BEEKMAN 1802 HEIRLOOM COOKBOOK
NONFICTION
Released: Oct. 1, 2011

"Classic, unfettered goodness with a sustainable mindset."
The dynamic stars of Planet Green TV's The Fabulous Beekman Boys offer up the ultimate volume of their most treasured, hand-me-down recipes. Read full book review >