My family loves Indian food. The fresh ingredients and spices make the food look and taste good. Usually, I choose to go out for authentic Indian food since my skills are lacking. With Indian Inspired Gluten-Free Cooking, I’ve got the confidence to try making restaurant quality Indian dishes at home. Alamelu Vairavan has done an excellent […]
Books
Diary of a Stage Mother’s Daughter by Melissa Francis
When I first saw the cover of this book, I recognized the sweet face and beautiful big eyes immediately. I’ve read the entire Little House series several times and watched each episode of the TV series multiple times. While I’m familiar with the cute little Melissa Francis who played Cassandra Ingalls on the TV show, […]
The Beatles in 100 Objects by Brian Southall
The Beatles. The one and only. Whether you are a diehard fan or just someone who grew up sometime during the last 5 decades, The Beatles have been a part of our lives. Their impact includes the music, but goes far beyond that. Brian Southall has put together an interesting and entertaining book that will […]
Art & Sole: More Than 150 Fantasy Art Shoes from the Stuart Weitzman Collection
What fun! This is a wonderful book for anyone who loves shoes. Stuart Weitzman designs wearable shoes that make women look and feel beautiful along with fantasy art shoes that are artistic and inspiring. In Art & Sole, Jane Gershon Weitzman introduces us to these gorgeous fantasy designs. A few years ago, I would have thought […]
Idiot’s Guides: Making Natural Beauty Products
Handmade products are fun to use and great to give as gifts! The Idiot’s Guides: Making Natural Beauty Products by Sally Trew gives detailed step by step instructions for a wide array of products. The book itself would be a good gift for a crafty friend or family member. Or if you’re so inclined, you […]
Americana: The Kinks, the Riff, the Road: The Story by Ray Davies
Americana! I’ve been a fan of The Kinks for decades. The music that made me dance and sing when I was a kid, and still makes me dance and sing. Ray Davies and the other members of The Kinks have talent that spans a variety of genres. Their story goes way beyond the music and […]