Synopses & Reviews
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Katie Leeandmdash;co-host of Food Networkandrsquo;s The Kitchenandmdash;is known for her summer soirees, and in Endless Summer Cookbook, she shares more than 100 recipes that are staples at these parties. As Chef Bobby Flay can attest, andldquo;the recipes are as mouthwatering as they look.andrdquo;
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For Katie, cooking isnand#39;t just about the food. Itandrsquo;s about the whole experience: the atmosphere, the stories that each ingredient tells, and, of course, the people who share the meal. Katieandrsquo;s vision of a complete entertaining experience continues with Endless Summer Cookbookandmdash;where the cooking reflects the distinctive flavors of her home in the Hamptons.
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From photography to design to the recipes themselves, Endless Summer Cookbook evokes the delicious flavors of the best season of the cookandrsquo;s year. Included are salad Niandccedil;oise, peach blueberry cobbler, figs wrapped in prosciutto, a pizza thrown onto the grill, steak tacos served with avocado and fresh cilantro, and much, much more. Katie also offers ideas for wine pairing and easy entertaining. Endless Summer Cookbookandmdash;with its stunning photography and fresh, easy recipesandmdash;brings to mind the ultimate summer fantasy of lazy, luxurious days at the beach.
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"I have had more home cooked meals around Katie's table than anywhere else in recent years...and each evening, whether two friends or ten, is filled with warmth, laughter, and of course, incredible food. Southern comfort in the heart of the city...don't turn down an invitation if you ever have the chance."-- Nate Berkus
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"Katie Lee Joel, the sweetest Southern belle of cooking, fills your table with easy-to-do comfort foods. First up for me - buttermilk coleslaw for my next BBQ."-- Bobby Flay
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"Is there a bigger 'foodie' than Katie Lee Joel? I doubt it! The Comfort Table allows all of us to truly understand and realize Katie's appreciation (and hunger) for all things edible - .especially the cherished recipes handed down to her from family. Katie's warmth and generous spirit comes shining thru in this beautiful book; the dishes are easy to replicate and so delicious, you'll soon be taking credit for them as your own.-- Michael Schlow
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"Katie and I met a couple of years ago and became fast friends. We have so much in common, particularly our love of food. Like me, Katie's family had a huge influence on developing her awareness of food and its role at the family table. The Comfort Table is a perfect example of how the table becomes this gathering place where ideas, laughter, memories and love are shared and brought together by fantastic dishes like the ones you'll find in this book. I LOVE Katie's savory Flat Pies and her Strawberry Shortcake is nostalgic with every bite. I couldn't be more pleased to champion The Comfort Table. -- Giada de Laurentiis "Katie Lee Joel, the sweetest Southern belle of cooking, fills your table with easy-to-do comfort foods. First up for meÉbuttermilk coleslaw for my next BBQ." -- Bobby Flay "Is there a bigger 'foodie' than Katie Lee Joel? I doubt it! The Comfort Table allows all of us to truly understand and realize Katie's appreciation (and hunger) for all things edibleÉ.especially the cherished recipes handed down to her from family. Katie's warmth and generous spirit comes shining thru in this beautiful book; the dishes are easy to replicate and so delicious, you'll soon be taking credit for them as your own. -- Michael Schlow "I have had more home cooked meals around Katie's table than anywhere else in recent years...and each evening, whether two friends or ten, is filled with warmth, laughter, and of course, incredible food. Southern comfort in the heart of the city...don't turn down an invitation if you ever have the chance." -- Nate Berkus
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andquot;Antonia was a contestant I was always happy to see on Top Chef, when judgingandmdash;or simply watching at home. As a judge, I was relieved to see her as I knew that, if nothing else, I'd be eating well that day. One of the strongest competitors and best cooks ever to appear on the long running series. Smart, no nonsense, wiseandmdash;and a reliably terrific chef. She grounded the seasons on which she appeared with smart decision making, soulful flavors, and the kind of leadership qualities others would be wise to emulate.andnbsp; It's about time she wrote a book.andquot;andmdash;
Anthony Bourdain, bestselling author of
Kitchen ConfidentialReview
andldquo;Antonia has combined Top Chef tasty with busy-mom easy to make incredibly delicious and approachable recipes. Schedule-juggling supermom or not, anyone with a busy schedule and a desire for quick homemade goodness will find themselves returning to this cookbook time and time again.andrdquo; andndash;
Carla Hall,
Top Chef fan favorite and co-host of ABCandrsquo;s
The ChewReview
andldquo;Antonia is a friend, but also an undisputed creative chef. Many moms will enjoy the quick, delicious and accessible recipes, but more important they can teach their kids about food and the importance of the bonding and memories that can happen when you share food around a table as a familyandmdash;just the way Antonia grew up in her family. A must not only for moms, but for any home cook!andrdquo; andndash;
Hubert Keller, chef and owner,
Fleur de LysReview
andquot;Iand#39;ve been lucky enough to be a guest at many of Katie Leeand#39;s summer soirees. I promise that the recipes are as mouthwatering as they look. Hit the fish tacos immediately.andquot;
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andldquo;To me, a girl who comes from upstate New York, endless summer is a great state of mind. What I love about Katieandrsquo;s latest book is the color. It really explodes off the page. The pictures of the food are stunning and you want to cook up the entire book all in the same dayandmdash;of course, that would be an endless meal and not an endless summer. Personal fav (Iandrsquo;m a burger loving girl)andmdash;that BLT Ranch Burger is one sexy beast!andrdquo;
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andldquo;Rarely am I as impressed as I was when I first saw this new cookbook by Katie Lee . . . itandrsquo;s as breezy and yummy as it sounds and makes me want to summer all year round.andrdquo;
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andldquo;The minute you meet Katie Lee you realize that this is someone who loves life and has boundless energy. What I love about this book is not only its wonderful and simple recipes but the fact that you can literally feel the joy coming off the pages.andnbsp;The best food is made with love, passion, and happiness . . . these are things that Katie Lee and Endless SummerCookbook are full of and I know once you jump in, you will agree!andrdquo;
Synopsis
Nothing is more comforting than a home-cooked meal. And the best home cooking starts with fresh ingredients found close to home with foods that are local, seasonal, and organic. Raised in her grandmother's Southern kitchen, Katie Lee Joel comes from a "family of great cooks and big eaters." And she knows exactly what appeals to the home cook: recipes that are delicious, easy to follow, quick to prepare, and made with readily available seasonal ingredients.
In The Comfort Table, Katie dips into her archive of family recipes and updates all the classics from her childhood growing up in West Virginia, and also creates some inventive new favorites. This mouthwatering assortment of more than 125 recipes includes Southern staples like Fried Green Tomatoes, Chicken and Dumplings, Peach Cobbler, Meatloaf, and the quintessential Pulled Pork BBQ, which stand alongside contemporary classics like Roasted Carrot and Ginger Soup, Citrus-Tarragon Mahi-Mahi, and Dijon and Pistachio-Crusted Rack of Lamb.
But The Comfort Table is about more than just good old-fashioned home cooking. It's about sharing delicious, healthful meals -- made with love -- for friends and family. Katie's rich assortment of recipes for starters, salads, soups, entrees, side dishes, breads, breakfast, desserts, and drinks, is accompanied by entertaining tips and anecdotes to delight the modern foodie. The Comfort Table is a comprehensive, unpretentious, refreshingly accessible guide to creating unforgettable meals for occasions big and small.
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Bravoandrsquo;s Top Chef All-Star and Los Angeles executive chef serves up more than 100 quick and easy family recipes that she developed as a hardworking single mom. Americaandrsquo;s 26 million working moms face the challenge of getting a delicious home-cooked dinner on the table. For Antonia Lofaso, the issue hits especially close to home, because she holds down multiple jobsandmdash;in the food world, no less. She continues to participate in activities and appearances for Bravo and Top Chef while serving as executive chef of Black Market Liquor Bar. Through it all, she has developed a fantastic repertoire of meals that keep families bondedandmdash;quick, nourishing, hearty fare that soothes the soul.
Showcasing Lofasoandrsquo;s top picks, The Busy Momandrsquo;s Cookbook includes breakfast favorites ranging from pancakes to the worldandrsquo;s best blueberry muffins, and easy but satisfying dinners such as Beef Stroganoff with Creamy Pappardelle and Fish Tacos with Corn Tomatillo Salad. She even tackles the brown-bag lunch with choices that the other kids will envy, including BBQ Chicken Pita Pocket and Turkey-and-Swiss Panini.
The Busy Momandrsquo;s Cookbook is the first book to bring star-quality culinary expertise to the specific needs of busy parents. Laced with memories and lessons from Lofasoandrsquo;s own experience as a working mom, this cookbook speaks from the heart with inspiring, real-world wisdom and plenty of lighthearted humor to encourage every reader to savor the rewards of making mealtime memorable.
About the Author
Katie Lee is the food and lifestyle contributor for The Early Show and has appeared on Oprah, CBS Sunday Morning, The Rachael Ray Show, The Nate Berkus Show, and Iron Chef America. She writes a regular column for Cosmopolitan and has been featured in publications such as People, Vanity Fair, Food and Wine, Town & Country, and InStyle. She is the author of the cookbooks The Comfort Table and The Comfort Table: Recipes for Everyday Occasions. She lives in the Hamptons. Paula Deen is the bestselling author of twelve books and an Emmy Award-winning Food Network television star. She was born and raised in Albany, Georgia. She later moved to Savannah, where she started The Bag Lady catering company. The business took off and evolved into The Lady & Sons restaurant, which is located in Savannah’s historic district and specializes in Southern cooking. She also co-owns Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House with her brother. Paula publishes a bimonthly magazine, Cooking with Paula Deen, and is a regular guest on QVC, where she sells her books and food products.