The I Know My series of preschool books is designed to support young children as they learn about the alphabet, numbers, food, tools, holidays, and more. Crisp art, whimsical characters, and a collaborative adventure keep children engaged, highlighted by voiceover narration, music, and sound effects. Chef Clumzee is baking a cake and needs your help to find everything he needs to make a delicious cake. He will be so excited if you can help him!

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My Grandmas kitchen is the best place to be Were ever so busy, Grandma and me We have all sorts of gadgets that go whizz and whir. And theres always a bowl Grandma needs me to stir Join Lulu and Grandma in the kitchen, where Lulu helps make all kinds of delicious things, like crepes with lemon and sugar, macaroni cheese (her favourite!) and apricot slice. She learns how to whisk and chop and measure. even beat egg whites for pavlova! Lulu and Grandma also pick vegies from the garden, set up a café and host a dinner party where little brother Harry and Teddy are the guests of honour. My Grandmas Kitchen is both childrens book and cookbook, featuring a fun rhyming story and whimsical illustrations, along with 30 of Margaret Fultons much-loved recipes. The food is fresh, simple and perfect for making with children try pasta with homemade pesto, cheese twists or vanilla cupcakes. My Grandmas Kitchen is a book that children will love to read as well as use in the kitchen, and is perfect for encouraging them to get involved in cooking.

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The Persians of antiquity were renowned for their lavish cuisine and their never-ceasing fascination with the exotic. These traits still find expression in the cooking of India's rapidly dwindling Parsi population-descendants of Zoroastrians who fled Persia after the Sassanian empire fell to the invading Arabs. The first book published in the United States on Parsi food written by a Parsi, this beautiful volume includes 165 recipes and makes one of India's most remarkable regional cuisines accessible to Westerners. In an intimate narrative rich with personal experience, the author leads readers into a world of new ideas, tastes, ingredients, and techniques, with a range of easy and seductive menus that will reassure neophytes and challenge explorers.

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Now you can make your own healthy dog treats without spending a fortune. All these recipes have been developed and made in my very own kitchen. There is a recipe for every special taste and sensitivity. Also, most of the ingredients can be modified, Have some fun and play around. Your four-legged friends will thank you! www. shaggydogeats.com

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The Dictionary of Food is the indispensable companion for everyone who loves reading about food, or cooking it. We live in a globalised world, and our tastes in food have widened dramatically in recent years. The Dictionary of Food reflects this huge cultural shift. With concise descriptions of dishes, ingredients, equipment, and techniques, it brings the world's cuisines, familiar and less familiar, within our grasp.'. so interesting that it only stayed on my desk very briefly before it was taken away. invaluable in anyone's kitchen and particularly useful for professional chefs.' - Caroline Waldegrave, Leiths School of Food and Wine

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This is a collection of recipes that my mother, grandmothers, great-grandmothers, aunts and great-aunts cooked again and again. Some of them date back to the Civil War. Many were taught to cook using these time tested treasures and this book was created to preserve them and pass them down to the next generation of cooks. These recipes are family favorites and are still made today. These include Curried Shrimp, Beef Stroganoff, Macaroni and Cheese, Pulled Sweet and Sour Beef, and the most luscious chocolate Cake ever tasted. Some of them are new favorites that have been added such as Cranberry Chicken, Lasagna Blanca, Blackberry Muffins and Key Lime Cake.

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An evening of close girlfriends enjoying an art night morphs into something much deeper and more insightful when these friends spontaneously write about their drawings a year later. Author Anne Jackson has combined these drawings and writings in a delightfully crafted book that shows what comes from the nuanced depths of ourselves when we draw without seeing and write without thinking. This book is not simply a book of mysterious and funny drawings sistered with writings of soul searches, poetry, and more than a bit of the absurd. It is a book that illustrates the magic of art, the sweetness of friendship, and the joy that is supposedly hidden from us comes to life with ease and laughter. "It is a wonderful activity. My seven year old son, Nigel, had been refusing to draw for weeks, saying that he wasn't good enough. This was getting really frustrating for both of us. After reading Jackson's book, I decided to try blind drawing when my husband and daughter also started saying they were not good enough at drawing. I grabbed paper and markers and more than an hour later, everyone was still engaged and our kitchen walls were covered with art work that made everyone feel proud. We had so much fun. It took the pressure off "being good" and turned it into pure joy. I wouldn't say there was cheating but certainly my family scaled it to their particular needs. Nigel enjoyed sneaking one eye open. Eyes open, eyes closed, I didn't care. My whole family was laughing and drawing and not caring if it was "good." It was liberating." -Ashana Larsen, writer; teacher; photographic stylist; self-directed learning advocate; and home school mother and teacher who has now added Blind Drawing to her curriculum

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In the future world, they had a legislature modeled after the U.S. Senate. It was called the Spentit. Spentitors seemed to be in a perpetual election campaign which affected the laws that passed. In their society, nearly everything was illegal. They had a war on crime, a war on drugs, a war on poverty, and so on. Then the Spentitors came up with the brilliant idea of uniting them all into one and called it the War On Everything, or WOE. With so many arrests, their legal system collapsed under the pressure. To save it, and speed things along, court became a game show. For the citizen, becoming a contestant usually meant a long stay at Calcatraz, the vast prison state. With the government spending so much money on the WOE, the standard of living was declining for the average citizen. In the past, citizens could count on having a good job, which allowed them to own their own dwelling, have their own transportation, and save for some kind of retirement. They called it the Dream. Unfortunately, it was a thing of the past. The current generation had a new name for the Dream. They called it the JOKE, which was short for Janitors Or Kitchen Engineers (fry cooks), the only types of jobs left for them. Getting a JOKE wasn't funny, it was a job you survived paycheck to paycheck on. Against this background, a young man becomes disillusioned with society. In his quest for meaning he inadvertently released the seeds of freedom in the form of an unknown type of music. This music was enthusiastically embraced by musical genius Johnny Applepie. Forming a new band named Hoodlum Youth, Johnny pitched aside all pretense of conformity to their society. On stage, he would wear what he called his 'moon' pants because mooning the government revealed what he thought of them. Johnny's hit tunes were, My Piece of the Pie is Rotten, and I Am the Little Man.

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Housewives become Zombies in the quiet suburbs. Excerpt:"A silent scream erupted from somewhere deep inside Crystal. She could feel the anger building, like something inside of her broke. Slowly counting to 10, she gently placed the camera on the sofa and spun back around to glare at her husband Alex, her thin summer dress swirling around her. "Fine, I won't pick up my camera again! I'll spend all day in the kitchen." Trapped, she felt so trapped, unconsciously her upper lip curled like an angry dog.

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The Middle East is steeped in rich culinary traditions and this new collection, featuring recipes from food writer and UK MasterChef contestant Rukmini Iyer, showcases regional cooking at its very best. Deceptively simple yet full of flavour, these recipes are easy to follow and accessible for cooks new to Middle Eastern cooking. The Middle Eastern Kitchen offers simple, modern, and authentic dishes, including cinnamon-spiced kofte and tangines, pomegranate-strewn salads, jewelled rice dishes, and pastries and desserts infused with cardamom and honey. The depth, complexity, and variety of the food and cooking styles are truly extraordinary and will inspire all your senses.

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According to Jacques Pepin, "the moment for a child to be in the kitchen is from the moment they are born." Let's Cook French, written by his daughter Claudine Pepin, is a fun, interactive, bilingual cookbook for families that introduces the art and joy of French cooking. It teaches better eating habits and the importance of culture, while providing quality family bonding time. Featuring classic, simple dishes inspired by French cuisine, each recipe is shown in both French and English and accompanied by charming illustrations. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hands-on preparation, dishes include traditional starters, main courses, and desserts. Your child's creativity will be sparked, as will your deeper connection with them. "Let's Cook French is a magical introduction to some of the most delicious French classics. With Claudine's recipes, her father's and her daughter's illustrations, this is a book by a family for your family." - Dana Cowin, Editor in Chief, FOOD & WINE "I cannot think of anyone more qualified to write a French cookbook for children than Claudine Pepin! A trusted television personality, accomplished cook, seasoned teacher, and dedicated mom, Claudine has spent her entire life learning from and cooking alongside the most renowned chefs in the world. Complete with countless personal stories, beautiful illustrations by her father and her daughter, and timeless recipes developed with her husband, Let's Cook French is an absolute delight for the whole family and a source of inspiration for aspiring chefs of all ages. Bravo!" - Gail Simmons, TV host and author of Talking With My Mouth Full "If there's one thing I've learned from the French, it's that good cooking is not an end in itself. Rather, it's the crucial thing that brings the family together for a meal at the end of every day - and nothing's more important than that. Claudine Pepin, Jacques's daughter, was schooled in this lesson from birth. Now she is paying it forward. Simply but cle

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The bubbly and successful BBW, Meghan, decides to splash out on her house to make the interior more modern. She wants the kitchen refurbished and is looking for reliable workmen. One day, she happens to mention it while out on lunch with her BFFs. Debbie, a successful lawyer, tells Meghan that her dad is a handyman and very good with his hands. Meghan takes his details and invites him over one day. Read what happens next!

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One of the best sexual adventures I ever had was with a young friend of mine named Paul. He was the son of a divorced female friend I knew, and I had let him stay overnight with me, if she had a hot date. After we got comfortable with each other, he started asking me a lot about sex, so I told him I'd answer any question he asked. He asked a bunch of stuff about anatomy, gender differences, etc. I also showed him some hot pictures, from my personal collection, (girlfriends I'd had over the years.) He asked me if I had any of guys, so I showed those to him too. He was particular fascinated with guys giving/receiving oral service. In the course of our conversation, I asked him if he wanted to give it a shot, and he did. After a fair amount of experimentation, he wanted to know what sex with females was like and asked me if I could get one of my girlfriends to come over. So I told him I'd see… I had one particular female friend in mind, who would definitely be interested. She was a true blond, in her mid 30's, nicely built, largish chest, and a VERY attractively trimmed down below.I had zero idea if she'd do anything with us, but I decided to give it a shot anyway, and invited her over for a Friday night date. She had no inkling that Paul would be there at all. The doorbell rang about 8:00; I opened the door to the room, and she stepped in. She looked beautiful in a pale gray, silky dress that buttoned down the front. She looked a little surprised to see my young friend sitting on a chair across from my couch. But, just as natural as anything, I introduced him to her and offered her a place where I had been sitting, behind a sturdy coffee-table. She still had zero idea of what was going on, so I walked into the kitchen, poured her a nice (large) glass of wine, and brought it back out to her. She said, "No thank you", but as a handed it to her, she took it anyway. I sat down on the couch beside her and started some small talk.I told my young bud that my girlfriend is 't

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You have two weeks to find a new place to live and move out," Dominique Desbois said calmly. His perfectly manicured fingernails tapped on the immaculate coffee table once - and only once - before he crossed his legs."I won't need your help, Dominique. I'll manage on my own," I replied, my voice surprisingly steady.I had known for months that Dominique and I weren't made for one another. My friends described Dominique as anal, and that's the best word I can think of to characterize him."Can I get you some water, Lisa?" Dominique asked gently. When I didn't respond, he went to his spotless kitchen and grabbed a glass. He inspected the glass, holding it up to the light and squinting his brown eyes, drawing his brows together in concentration. When the glass passed his examination, he pushed the lever on the freezer door and filled the glass with crushed ice and very little water.I crunched the ice with my teeth as Dominique grimaced."Well, I guess I'll get my things together," I said, standing abruptly and ignoring Dominique's complaints.I set my glass down on the marble coffee table, watching with satisfaction as the water spilled over and made a slight puddle on the table's glossy surface.A huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders when Dominique Desbois jilted me.

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The Hooker in the Lobby captures the essence of working in the hospitality industry - no two days are ever the same! Paul Treyvaud aims to dispel some of the myths and stereotypes associated with working in this fast paced industry. This is his witty, no holds barred account of what really happens behind the kitchen and hotel doors. Paul brings you on a journey, from his somewhat turbulent college days, first job, working life in Ireland and Europe and finally to opening his own restaurant Treyvaud's, with his brother Mark, in Killarney Co. Kerry. Paul Treyvaud owns and runs the multi award winning Treyvaud's Restaurant in Killarney, Co. Kerry with his brother Mark. He studied Hotel Management & Business Studies in Cathal Brugha Street for four years but was classically trained throughout his life by Ireland's original Masterchef, his father Michel Treyvaud. After spending years working in some of Europe's and Ireland's leading hotels he decided it was time to do it all for himself.

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A decades-long war in Levant and Nubia. A Hebrew people rebelling against forced labor in the Valley of the Kings. A people on the brink of famine. Beautiful slave Mutnofret finds herself conscripted to the villain's side of the Book of Exodus, when Pharaoh returns from the battlefield to abruptly make her his Second Wife in Ascend, the first book of the ancient Egyptian erotic romance series, Beautiful, Doomed. Excerpt: Mutnofret placed her heavy basket of beans on her hip, her shell-tipped hair swinging over her shoulder. Then, she edged along the side of the golden chariot. She aimed to return to the kitchens, to deliver the hefty stack of beans to the chefs for supper. And she resolved that she wouldn't let this haughty noble disturb her. But as she walked alongside the chariot, brighter than the sand, brighter than rays from the sun god Ra, she felt a lean shadow envelop her. "Your Pharaoh has heard your insult, slave," it pronounced ominously over her. Oh no. Mutnofret stopped as she leaned forward to take another step, frozen like a hippopotamus under a boat. The Pharaoh led forces in Levant, in Nubia. It couldn't be. "Did you hear me, beautiful slave?" The shadow prompted again, demanding attention in an authoritative, but now amused, voice. Caught, Mutnofret forced her knees to bend, forced herself to place the heavy basket of beans alongside her, forced herself to bow - arms outstretched - until her nose touched the hard-packed dirt of the courtyard. She forced herself to bow like the slave she was. "Reverence for your Pharaoh becomes you more than mumbled insults, Mut the Beautiful," chipped the shadow, as he descended from his golden conveyance. She doubted that he could remember her, though he clearly he did. As the Pharaoh's shadow fell over her again, Mutnofret quivered, naked, vulnerable, before him. She felt ashamed that her status forbade her to look him in the eye, to challenge him with her gaze; but also, rage. "My lord," Mutnofret attempted to r

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She was quite ready to forgive and forget, but the unbending esteem in which she was held by the circle in which she moved did not allow of such a course. Madame Dellion had made it clear to her that any such weakness on her part would be judged unfavourably; all the drawing-rooms in the place were unanimous upon that score. There was but one opinion among the tradespeople: Madame Bergeret must return to her mother. In this way did they uphold the proprieties and, at the same time, rid themselves of a thoughtless, common, compromising person, whose vulgarity was apparent even to the vulgar, and who was a burden on everybody about her. They made her believe there was something heroic in her conduct. "I have the greatest admiration for you, my child," said old Madame Dutilleul from the depths of her easy chair, she who had survived four husbands, and was a truly terrible woman. People suspected her of everything, except of ever having loved, and in her old age she was honoured and respected by all. Madame Bergeret was delighted at having inspired sympathy in Madame Dellion and admiration in Madame Dutilleul, and still she could not finally make up her mind to go, for she was of a homely disposition and accustomed to regular habits and quite content to live on in idleness and deceit. Having grasped this fact, M. Bergeret redoubled his efforts to ensure his deliverance. He stoutly upheld Marie, the servant, who kept every one in the house in a state of wretchedness and trepidation, was suspected of harbouring thieves and cut-throats in her kitchen, and only brought herself into prominence by the catastrophes she caused. Four days before the time appointed for Madame Bergeret's departure, this girl, who was drunk as usual, upset a lighted lamp in her mistress's room and set fire to the blue chintz bed-curtains. Madame Bergeret was spending the day with her friend, Madame Lacarelle. She returned and, amid the dreadful stillness of the house, beheld on entering her room th

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Have your mini Masterchef dishing up delicious feasts with the Pink Vintage Play Kitchen from KidKraft, with a quirky retro design in soft pink.

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Christmas means different things to everyone, but most often it's all about pulling loved ones close and brightening the gloom. The fire's crackling. The snow is piling up outside, even if it's only in your dreams. Time to snuggle up with some cocoa and some stories carefully crafted by the Mischief Corner Crew to warm hearts and cockles. Wreath of Fire: Smokey Mountains Bears 2 - Toni GriffinMichael's trying to start a new life away from his abusive father, but he's drifting and not sure what he wants. When he accidentally starts a kitchen fire, the hot new fireman who comes to the rescue is not only another bear shifter. He's Michael's mate. Michael desperately needs to get his act together and figure out what he wants if he has any hope of claiming the bear fated to be his.A Christmas Cactus for the General - Angel MartinezExiled to Earth for perhaps the worst failure in Irasolan history, General Teer must assimilate or die. Earth is too warm, too wet, too foreign, but he does the best he can even though human males are loud, childish louts whom he can't imitate successfully. When a grieving seaplane pilot strikes up a strange and uneasy friendship with him, he finds he may have been too quick to judge human males. They are strange to look at, but perhaps not as unbearable as he thought. Holly Jolly - Silvia VioletI'm not gay. I just notice men sometimes. Everybody does, right? I notice Dane a lot, like every time I'm near him, but just because I think he's an attractive man that doesn't mean I like him, does it I'm also not a fan of Christmas. Too many years "celebrating" with my Bible-thumping family ruined the holiday for me. So what if I envy all these cheerful souls dashing about with smiles on their faces? I don't have to like Christmas, do I? If anyone could get me in the Christmas spirit, it would be Dane with his easy, relaxed manner and his gorgeous smile. If that were going to happen, though, I'd have to find the courage to talk to him and to admit that

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Spouse Calls: Messages From a Military Life is a collection of the best military life columns by respected journalist Terri Barnes, based on her popular weekly Spouse Calls column in Stars and Stripes. From her own kitchen table to Capitol Hill, Terri takes readers beyond the headlines and homecoming videos for an inside look at the day-to-day hardships, victories, and many ways military life shapes, challenges, and enriches its families. Terri reports and reflects on a wide range of topics, including motherhood, faith, friendship, family ties, war, current events, sacrifice, and PTSD. As a wife and mom, Terri highlights important, pivotal moments in her own family's life as well as others', in essays that will resonate with both military and nonmilitary families. Through poignant personal stories, incisive interviews, and emotive reflections, Terri creates an historical snapshot of American and world affairs, preserving an important piece of our nation's culture. About her book, Terri says, "My hometown isn't a geographical location, but a place in American culture that is invisible to many people. My family lives in the hometown of military installations and military communities. This book is the story of the people we know and the life we live in the neighborhood of our American military life.

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