Renee Shelton - Butcher. Baker. Bibliophile. Breast Cancer Survivor. Not Necessarily in that Order.
Sometimes you look at a book’s cover, and say to yourself – I think I need that book. Milk Street: Tuesday Nights Mediterranean by Christopher Kimball was that for me. First of all, I’ll be upfront and say that I love Christopher Kimball and have …
Looking for a bit of cooking fun in the form of a graphic novel? Then The Delicacy by James Albon would be a fine choice. Two brothers, Rowan and Tulip (Danny), embark on an adventure after inheriting a large property from their aunt and uncle …
It’s winter still so I have awhile to think about preserving my summer bounties, but it’s never too early to learn a little more on food preservation. The Preserving Answer Book by Sherri Brooks Vinton answers many questions about all kinds of food preservation (freezing, …
I love menus as much as I love cookbooks. Chefs and restaurateurs put into words both the feeling of the place they serve, and what they are actually serving. On the Menu by Nicholas Lander goes into all the things I love about menus. Reading …
When I think about Caribbean cooking, vibrant dishes come to my mind. Two favorite recipes of mine are Jerk Sweet Potato and Black Bean Curry (BBC Good Food) and Caribbean Ginger Stewed Chicken With String Beans (Caribbean Pot). The flavors of the Caribbean are usually …