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Gus Constantellis
Gus Constantellis is a Greek-American comedian who has gone viral on social media many times for his funny observations about immigrant culture.
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Nasim Lahbichi
Nasim Lahbichi is a cook and content creator based in Brooklyn, NY. Born and raised in a Puerto Rican-Moroccan household, he was exposed to different cultures and communities throughout his childhood.
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Kristy Del Coro
Kristy Del Coro is a licensed dietitian nutritionist and trained culinary professional based in Southern Maine with over 15 years of experience in culinary nutrition and unique career experience that sets her apart in her industry.
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Rebecca Eisenberg
Rebecca Eisenberg is a food blogger, recipe developer, and food photographer who founded popular baking blog The Practical Kitchen in 2019.
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Ash Brandin
Ash Brandin, EdS (they/them) has been a public school educator for over a decade. In that time they found innovative ways of using student interests – including video games – to increase engagement and make learning more fun and effective.
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Alica Ramkirpal-Senhouse
Alica is a second-generation Guyanese-American digital marketer and food blogger from Queens, New York. She founded Alica’s Pepperpot in 2010, a blog that focuses on preserving her culinary heritage through sharing family recipes and stories about how cooking has shaped her dual identity.
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Featured Titles
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VIBRANT BOTANICALS: Transformational Recipes Using Adaptogens & Other Healing Herbs
Cookie applicake candy canes chupa chups marshmallow sweet chocolate bar cheesecake gummi bears. Pastry sugar plum danish bear claw pastry sugar plum pudding chocolate bar cheesecake. Tiramisu topping cake tootsie roll chocolate bar. Fruitcake marzipan apple pie soufflé oat cake. Gummi bears danish sweet roll chocolate bar. Candy pudding bonbon […]
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TEX-MEX DIABETES COOKING: More Than 140 Authentic Southwestern Favorites
Spice up your diabetes meal plan with vibrant Tex-Mex dishes! Most people think that Tex-Mex cuisine is too high in calories and fat to be diabetes-friendly. But, packed with layers of flavors and hearty, fresh ingredients, traditional Tex-Mex cuisine is comfort food with a healthy twist. TEX-MEX DIABETES COOKING takes you […]
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TEX-MEX COOKBOOK: Traditions, Innovations, and Comfort Foods from Both Sides of the Border
Cookie applicake candy canes chupa chups marshmallow sweet chocolate bar cheesecake gummi bears. Pastry sugar plum danish bear claw pastry sugar plum pudding chocolate bar cheesecake. Tiramisu topping cake tootsie roll chocolate bar. Fruitcake marzipan apple pie soufflé oat cake. Gummi bears danish sweet roll chocolate bar. Candy pudding bonbon […]
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STRAWBERRY LOVE: 45 Sweet and Savory Recipes for Shortcakes, Hand Pies, Salads, Salsas, and More
Cookie applicake candy canes chupa chups marshmallow sweet chocolate bar cheesecake gummi bears. Pastry sugar plum danish bear claw pastry sugar plum pudding chocolate bar cheesecake. Tiramisu topping cake tootsie roll chocolate bar. Fruitcake marzipan apple pie soufflé oat cake. Gummi bears danish sweet roll chocolate bar. Candy pudding bonbon […]
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EVENTIDE: Recipes for Clambakes, Oysters, Lobster Rolls, and More from a Modern Maine Seafood Shack
Eventide restaurant has long been known for its next-level seafood: using only the highest-quality Maine ingredients to reinterpret classic New England cuisine seen in fish shacks, oyster bars, and clambakes. The result is a mash-up so uniquely personal, modern, and crazy delicious; the only way anyone could re-create it is, well, with the recipes […]
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DISCIPLINE WITH LOVE AND LIMITS (Revised Edition): Practical Solutions to the Most Common Childhood Behavior Problems
Cookie applicake candy canes chupa chups marshmallow sweet chocolate bar cheesecake gummi bears. Pastry sugar plum danish bear claw pastry sugar plum pudding chocolate bar cheesecake. Tiramisu topping cake tootsie roll chocolate bar. Fruitcake marzipan apple pie soufflé oat cake. Gummi bears danish sweet roll chocolate bar. Candy pudding bonbon […]
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BLUEBERRY LOVE: 46 Sweet and Savory Recipes for Pies, Jams, Smoothies, Sauces, and More
Cookie applicake candy canes chupa chups marshmallow sweet chocolate bar cheesecake gummi bears. Pastry sugar plum danish bear claw pastry sugar plum pudding chocolate bar cheesecake. Tiramisu topping cake tootsie roll chocolate bar. Fruitcake marzipan apple pie soufflé oat cake. Gummi bears danish sweet roll chocolate bar. Candy pudding bonbon […]
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SALT AND SHORE: Recipes from the Coastal South
Inspired takes on timeless recipes honoring coastal communities of the South and highlighting the sustainable seafood, spirited libations, warm hospitality, and rich heritage of the region. Chef and mixologist duo Sammy Monsour and Kass Wiggins share more than 75 recipes for their favorite seafood dishes and drinks from the coast […]
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GARDEN GROWN: Garden-to-Table Recipes to Make the Most of Your Bounty
Make the most of your garden’s bounty with over 100 vegetable-forward recipes from Lemon Stripes’ Julia Dzafic. On her popular blog Lemon Stripes, Julia Dzafic shares her life—motherhood, decor, lifestyle, wellness, cooking, and more—with thousands of readers. Julia’s husband Anel is an avid gardener, and over the years, Julia has […]
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CARBIVORE: 130 Healthy Recipes to Stop Fearing Carbs and Embrace the Comfort Foods You Love
Put Carbs Back on the Table Diet trends come and go, but over the last decade, no one food group has been vilified and misunderstood as much as carbs. A hundred years ago, our relatives got more than 50 percent of their nutrients from carbs, and yet the chronic conditions […]
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PRAISESONG FOR THE KITCHEN GHOSTS: Stories and Recipes from Five Generations of Black Country Cooks
A lyrical culinary journey that explores the hidden legacy of Black Appalachians, through powerful storytelling alongside nearly forty comforting recipes, from the former poet laureate of Kentucky. “With Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts, Crystal Wilkinson cements herself as one of the most dynamic book makers in our generation and a literary giant. Utter genius […]
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JUKE JOINTS, JAZZ CLUBS, AND JUICE: A Cocktail Recipe Book: Cocktails from Two Centuries of African American Cookbooks
Discover the fascinating history of Black mixology and its enduring influence on American cocktail culture through 70 rediscovered, modernized, or celebrated recipes, by the James Beard Award–winning author of Jubilee. Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice spotlights the creativity, hospitality, and excellence of Black drinking culture, with classic and modern recipes inspired by formulas […]
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THE BIG BOOK OF HATCH CHILE: 180 Great Recipes Featuring the World’s Favorite Chile Pepper
New Mexico chile peppers grown around the village of Hatch are world famous for their culinary versatility, unique flavor, and varying levels of heat. In The Big Book of Hatch Chile, Kelley Cleary Coffeen offers more than 180 detailed but easy-to-use recipes for everything from chile-laced margaritas to several variations on […]
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THE GLOBAL PANTRY COOKBOOK: Transform Your Everyday Cooking with Tahini, Gochujang, Miso, and Other Irresistible Ingredients
Two James Beard-Award winners show how to unlock the secrets of the global pantry and elevate all your favorite foods. Make the most succulent pot roast ever with oyster sauce. Transform a broiled salmon filet with miso. Give an irresistible kick to chicken wings with gochujang. Turn out the crunchiest […]
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TINY HUMANS, BIG EMOTIONS: How to Navigate Tantrums, Meltdowns, and Defiance to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children
The Future is Emotionally Intelligent We’re in the midst of a parenting revolution that is radically changing the way we raise our kids. Gone are the days of minimizing emotions: Don’t Cry. You’re Fine. Don’t Make a Scene. As our understanding of developing brains has increased, today’s parents are looking for a new way […]
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LATINÍSIMO: Home Recipes from the Twenty-One Countries of Latin America: A Cookbook
An encyclopedic cookbook (from Chiles Rellenos and Tostones to Golden Coconut Chicken and Dulce de Leche Tart) celebrating Latin American home cooking—the first to cover the day-to-day home cooking of all twenty-one nations—by one of the most respected authorities on the subject. In this monumental work, culinary expert Sandra A. […]
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THE BACK IN THE SWING COOKBOOK, 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION: Recipes for Eating and Living Well Every Day After Breast Cancer
The 10-year anniversary edition of the groundbreaking and award-winning The Back in the Swing Cookbook answers the number-one question on every cancer survivor’s mind: “How do I safely and smartly get back in the swing of life every day after experiencing breast cancer.” Completely revised and updated, this life-affirming book is full of […]
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UP YOUR VEGGIES: FLEXITARIAN RECIPES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
How many times have you heard a parent tell their kids to eat their veggies? Kids aren’t the only problem though: in the United States, only 1 in 10 adults meet the daily recommended vegetable intake while in Canada it’s just 3 in 10 adults. In fact, bestselling author and […]
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STILL WE RISE: A Love Letter to the Southern Biscuit with Over 70 Sweet and Savory Recipes
A love letter to the Southern biscuit, honoring its place in Black culinary culture and beyond with over 70 delicious recipes Still We Rise is a tribute to the glories of flour, butter, and buttermilk baked tall, tender, and flaky. Erika Council is the founder and head baker of the […]
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WINE CLUB: A Monthly Guide to Swirling, Sipping, and Pairing with Friends
Maureen Petrosky is the ultimate hostess and author of Wine Club: A Month Guide to Swirling, Sipping, and Pairing with Friends! Like a book club, but better, this approachable guide breaks down the basics of wine in a month-by-month format for a year’s worth of sips and wine-party inspiration. Learning about wine […]
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ZUCCHINI LOVE: 43 Garden-Fresh Recipes for Salads, Soups, Breads, Lasagnas, Stir-Fries, and More
Zucchini, that notorious bumper crop, is high in nutrients, low in carbs, and incredibly versatile. In Zucchini Love, award-winning author Cynthia Graubart offers up 43 options for using zucchini to make tasty snacks and appetizers, hearty soups and mains, and delicious sweet treats. Start your day with Lemon-Zucchini Donuts. Impress […]
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Literary Ladies’ Guide to the Writing Life (Revised and Updated Audiobook): Inspiration and Advice from Celebrated Women Authors Who Paved the Way
Literary Ladies Guide to the Writing Life (Revised and Updated Audiobook) serves as a beacon of inspiration to writers. Author and artist Nava Atlas presents a treasury of intimate glimpses into the unfolding creative writing process across fifteen brilliant careers in women’s literature and relates their stories to women writers […]
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MUY BUENO: FIESTAS: 100+ Delicious Mexican Recipes for Celebrating the Year
Celebrate any occasion with this stunningly designed cookbook, featuring 100+ recipes for traditional and contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine as well as DIY crafts that make every event a fiesta! With its gorgeous food photography, detailed recipe directions, and wealth of tips to guide you in the kitchen, Muy Bueno: FIESTAS by […]
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PLANTED PERFORMANCE: Easy Plant-Based Recipes, Meal Plans, and Nutrition for All Athletes
Transform your health and improve your endurance as a plant-based athlete with recipes and advice from marathon runner and nutritionist Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD. Planted Performance lays the sports nutrition groundwork of plant-based nutrition for everyday endurance athletes looking to fuel their activity and recovery. Meal plans to cover every […]
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FIRST GENERATION: Recipes from My Taiwanese-American Home
In this stunning exploration of identity through food, the blogger behind Little Fat Boy presents 80 recipes that are rooted in his childhood as a first-generation Taiwanese American growing up in the Midwest. “This book will transport you, it will make you cry (again and again), and it will delight you with […]
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OUR FERMENTED LIVES: A History of How Fermented Foods Have Shaped Cultures & Communities
Food historian and fermenting expert Dr. Julia Skinner explores fermentation’s fascinating path through human history – for the unexpected origins of ketchup to the foundational role kimchi has played in building community to the surprisingly familiar taste of ancient Egyptian beer. Part popular history, part cookbook, part fermentation how-to, Our […]
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THE FOOD SUBSTITUTIONS BIBLE: 8,000 Substitutions for Ingredients, Equipment and Techniques
This full-color, hardcover edition features a brand-new design with a foreword by J. Kenji López-Alt, 8,000 substitutions, custom hand-drawn illustrations by Emily Isabella, and 24 new recipes, increasing the total to 188 recipes. Have you ever been in the middle of making a meal only to discover you have run […]
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THE RED TRUCK BAKERY FARMHOUSE COOKBOOK: Sweet and Savory Comfort Food from America’s Favorite Rural Bakery
“Original and highly personal, The Red Truck Bakery Farmhouse Cookbook is a joyful love story to many comfort foods.”—Jacques Pépin, chef and author “If a cookbook could be a page-turner, this is the one! Brian not only knows how to create comfort in spades, but he writes both the sweet […]
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THE MIGRAINE RELIEF PLAN COOKBOOK: More Than 100 Anti-Inflammatory Recipes for Managing Headaches and Living a Healthier Life
Following the publication of her first book, The Migraine Relief Plan, a step-by-step plan to achieve a healthier lifestyle for those who suffer severe migraines and chronic illnesses, and those who care for them, Stephanie Weaver received a flood of requests from readers seeking more recipes. She spent the next few […]
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BEEF IT UP!: 50 Mouthwatering Recipes for Ground Beef, Steaks, Stews, Roasts, Ribs, and More
Where’s the beef? It’s on the dinner table tonight! In Beef It Up!: 50 Mouthwatering Recipes for Ground Beef, Steaks, Stews, Roasts, Ribs, and More by Jessica Formicola, this focused collection of recipes offers 50 tasty ways to serve up protein-rich beef meals without a lot of fuss. Flavorful beef […]
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DIABETES CREATE YOUR PLATE MEAL PREP COOKBOOK: 100 Delicious Plate-Method Recipes
Finally, the perfect diabetes meal-prep cookbook everyone has been waiting for! Diabetes Create Your Plate Meal Prep Cookbook by Toby Amidor presents and explains the popular Diabetes Plate Method with 100 delicious recipes, and 5 different meal plans that range in complexity for beginners to experienced meal preppers. Specific food […]
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THE OFFICIAL CORNINGWARE MEAL MUG COOKBOOK: 75 Easy Microwave Meals in Minutes
Whether at school, the office or in your own home, you can have delicious food in minutes every day of the week. The Official CorningWare® Meal Mug Cookbook gives you can-do solutions for 75 meals in minutes. All you need are our recipes, a CorningWare® Meal Mug, a few ingredients and […]
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The Best Cast Iron Baking Book: Recipes for Breads, Pies, Biscuits and More
Did you know cast iron is the key to the most delicious baking you will ever taste? Cast iron infuses food with more flavor, reaches higher temperatures and is naturally nonstick. It’s time to make use of that trusty pan and get baking! In The Best Cast-Iron Baking Book, veteran […]
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The Family Immunity Cookbook: 101 Easy Recipes to Boost Health
The Family Immunity Cookbook by Toby Amidor includes 25 top superfoods and incorporates them into 101 easy and delicious family-friendly recipes all containing immune-boosting ingredients that deliver the essential nutrients to help provide your body with the strength it needs to stay in tip-top shape. It makes healthy cooking easy, […]
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RAISING FEMINIST BOYS: How to Talk with Your Child about Gender, Consent, and Empathy
As parents, we all want to raise kind and loving kids who will grow up to be conscientious adults. But in a world still steeped in gender inequality and sexual violence, it’s become more and more clear that we can’t just teach girls to protect themselves. We must also teach […]
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SIBO MADE SIMPLE: 90 Healing Recipes and Practical Strategies to Rebalance Your Gut for Good
If you’re one of the 25-45 million Americans living with IBS, finding an accurate diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately good health can feel like an impossible mystery. And when you do get a diagnosis, it’s often hard to figure out what to do. SIBO MADE SIMPLE: 90 Healing Recipes and Practical […]