The Sunshine state has just about anything an enthusiastic cook would want: an ocean and gulf filled with stone crabs, lobster, shrimp, oysters, and more. The semi-tropical climate makes it possible to enjoy ripe tomatoes year round, not to mention oranges, grapefruits, tangerines, and many exotic fruits. There is a massive choice of Cuban, Columbian, Nicaraguan, […]
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Cookbook Give-Aways for the Week of 8-9-10
August 9, 2010 in Uncategorized
I have two sets of cookbook give-aways this week! This first one is a jewel! One of my lovely readers, Susan B. from Pennsylvania, wrote and asked me if she could donate this wonderful cookbook for my weekly give-away. Not only is it kind and generous for her to do so, she certainly picked an […]
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