Alison recommends

$35.00
ISBN-13: 9780307718792
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Clarkson Potter, 8/2011

Alison says:  I do not need to purchase another cookbook; however, my rule of thumb is if I can learn or discover a few interesting ways of preparing or presenting food, I have to consider adding it to my extensive collection. I am a person who loves to read cookbooks - and I actually do read them. The trend in restaurants these days seems to lean towards small plates or tastes to share. BITE BY BITE offers many great offerings for your next party. Peter Callahan is a caterer who can name Martha Stewart, Kate Spade, Tory Burch, Valentino, Tony Bennett, and many more celebrities as his clients. You would think his offerings and recipes would be complicated, but all lean towards interesting presentations of everyday food... Super Bowl Sunday Parties will be a WIN-WIN with this book. I just increased my cookbook count by 1. This one is worth a look.


American Flavor (Hardcover)

$34.99
ISBN-13: 9780061963292
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Ecco, 10/2011
Alison says: A Cleveland boy tells his story of growing up loving cooking anad wanting to be a chef. His stories and travels take him all over the US, Canada and Europe, and finally back to New York, as a winner of the prestigious James Beard award with two successful restaurants. The book is filled with great "down to earth" recipes - easy to prepare for those who enjoy cooking. Learn about the adventures of pursuing a career in the industry.

American Flavor (Google eBook)

$16.99
Model: T0GeZOf0piYC
Published: HarperCollins, 12/2011

Then Again (Hardcover)

$26.00
ISBN-13: 9781400068784
Availability: On Our Shelves Now
Published: Random House, 11/2011
Alison says: Inspired by her mother's collection of journals written over a lifetime, Diane remembers her family growing up and as a grown-up. A lovely part memoir/part tribute to her mom. Honestly composed and heartfelt.

Then Again (Google eBook)

$12.99
Model: 3g27QvwJCnAC
Published: Random House, 11/2011