What better way to start a weekend than with some rockin’ Guy Fieri food?! Have you ever seen anyone with so much energy? I have had the pleasure of seeing Guy a couple times – once when he crowned my daughter Kristina the “Pork Diva” in New York City at a pork grilling contest, and then again this […]
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Do you love Guy Fieri? Enter this drawing!!
September 2, 2010 in Uncategorized
While in Sonoma County, my daughter Kristina, my mom, and I had lunch at Guy Fieri’s restaurant, Johnny Garlic’s. Not only did we have a great meal, but I have a tee-shirt and signed photo from Guy for you all to win! If you would like to win the shirt and signed photo, leave a comment here on […]

Hog Wild! And How my Daughter Became a "Pork Personality"
May 21, 2010 in Uncategorized
Do you know how the term “hog wild” came into being? Pigs living in colonial times were so prolific they ran “hog wild” in marauding bands through the streets and fields of settlements from Massachusetts to Virginia, not only vandalizing property but creating diplomatic problems with local Indian tribes. Dutch doors were invented by New […]
Why I Started This Blog
I love cookbooks. I mean I really love them. I love to read them, treasure them, learn from them, and, of course, cook from them. To me, cookbooks take on a life all of their own. They are history, family, and memories. I have been collecting cookbooks and writing down treasured recipes of family, friends, and neighbors since about age twelve, which means I now own thousands of cookbooks, recipes, and clippings. Now I want to share them with you along with the many other culinary treasures of my cellar." - Debbie Vanni