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Cooking Kindness: Heroes in the Kitchen

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Book Review by Norene Gilletz

Cooking Kindness is my Kind of Cookbook!

Last December, I received a phone call from Gloria Guttman asking me to edit a fund-raising cookbook she had been working on for the last five years. The book was called Cooking Kindness: Heroes in the Kitchen ($36 Cdn). The proceeds would benefit Israel Cancer Research Fund (ICRF), helping support Israeli scientists who continue to “cook up” and discover new remedies in the battle against cancer.

Although we had never met, I was quickly impressed by Gloria’s passion, vision and commitment to this immense project. Energetic beyond her years, this vibrant, dynamic woman convinced me to take on the project – I’m so glad I did.

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Kosher by Design Entertains

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Book Review by Norene Gilletz

Move over, Martha…there’s a new cook on the block!

In her latest cookbook Kosher by Design Entertains (Mesorah Publications, March 2005, 336 pages, $34.95 U.S., $48.50 Cdn.), Susie Fishbein shares her simple secrets on how to be a successful, stress-free hostess. Susie is a firm believer that entertaining at home should be easy, satisfying and fun! Along with her delicious recipes, Susie offers helpful pointers and timesaving advice, as well as elegant table setting ideas.

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12 Best Foods Cookbook: Over 200 Delicious Recipes Featuring the 12 Healthiest Foods

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Review by Norene Gilletz

The Twelve Best Foods

A GREAT GUIDE TO EATING WELL!

Each day, TV, radio, magazines and newspapers announce the newest study that demonstrates the value of today’s latest “superfoods” – foods with health-enhancing, disease-fighting micronutrients. Dana Jacobi, an award-winning food writer, chef and author of five cookbooks, shows you how easy and delicious it can be to enjoy and prepare these superfoods in her latest cookbook, 12 Best Foods Cookbook: Over 200 Delicious Recipes Featuring the 12 Healthiest Foods (Rodale). Read more “12 Best Foods Cookbook: Over 200 Delicious Recipes Featuring the 12 Healthiest Foods” →

Low-Carb 1-2-3

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Book Review by Norene Gilletz

HEALTHY AND LOW-CARB? IT’S AS EASY AS 1-2-3!

Rozanne Gold believes in simplicity when it comes to cooking. A professional chef, Gold is the best-selling author of nine cookbooks, including the award-winning 1-2-3 series of three-ingredient cookbooks. She firmly believes in using the best and freshest ingredients possible, then treats them simply to achieve delicious, fabulous results.

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