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Home, Garden, and DIY November 2018 "...I want to nail every detail so that, when we walk away, Chip and I know we’ve given a family the one-of-a-kind home of their dreams." ~ Joanna Gaines |
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| Everyday Dorie: The Way I Cook by Dorie GreenspanWhat's inside: gorgeous photographs and 125 inspired, substitution-friendly recipes that the author makes often.
Recipes include: Bean and Tortilla Soup, Beef and Beer Stew, Western Frittata, Salmon Burgers, and Blueberry Bundt Cake.
About the author: Despite burning down her family's kitchen when she was 12, Dorie Greenspan trained with Julia Child and is a multiple James Beard Award winner and a two-time IACP Cookbook of the Year winner. |
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The Botanical Bible : Plants, Flowers, Art, Recipes & Other Home Uses by Sonya Patel Ellis What it is: an elegant and comprehensive introduction to the beauty, diversity, and value of the botanical world that will teach readers not only how to garden and forage, but also how to make the most of their harvest through edible recipes, as well as for health and beauty products.
Projects include: Kale Chips, Cranberry Sauce, Inner Radiance Ritual Bath, Warming Body Oil, and Herbal Cleaning Spray.
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| Mastering Pizza: The Art and Practice of Handmade Pizza, Focaccia, and Calzone by Marc VetriWho it's for: readers seeking the ultimate guide to making delicious, high-quality pizza at home (and who don't mind some salty language).
What's inside: tips on cooking pizza in home ovens, wood ovens, and grills; nearly 20 focaccia and pizza dough recipes; and a variety of recipes for pizzas, pizza sauce, calzones, and rotolos.
Want a taste? "The truth is, there is no 'one' pizza dough to rule them all, and there is no 'best' method." |
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All About Cake by Christina TosiWhat it is: more than just a collection of Christina’s greatest-hits recipes (c’mon, like that’s not enough?), this book will be your guide for how to dream up and make cakes of any flavor you can think of, whether you’re a kitchen rookie or a full-fledged baking hardbody.Recipes include: Mint Chocolate Chip Molten Microwave Mug Cake, Strawberry-Coconut Cupcakes, Pistachio Bundt Cake, and Baller Birthday Sheet Cake.
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If You Like: Chip and Joanna Gaines
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| The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Recipes from an Accidental Country Girl by Ree DrummondWhat it is: a beautifully photographed cookbook with homespun stories by celebrity lifestyle blogger Ree Drummond, who never takes herself too seriously.
Recipes include: PW's Potato Skins, Marmalade Muffins, Cowboy Calzones, Chicken Fried Steak, and Flat Apple Pie.
Why Gaines' fans might like it: Like Chip and Joanna, Ree lives on a ranch with her large family (though in Oklahoma instead of Texas), has a home décor line, and creates mouthwatering country-inspired meals and comfortable living spaces. |
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| A Touch of Farmhouse Charm: Easy DIY Projects to Add a Warm and Rustic Feel... by Liz FourezWhat's inside: Step-by-step projects organized by room plus photos overflowing with burlap, wood, and wire that will offer ample inspiration.
Projects include: Herb Planter Box, Botanical Wall Hanging, White and Wood Dresser Makeover, and a Wire Laundry Hamper.
Why Gaines' fans might like it: Blogger Liz Fourez spent years renovating her old farmhouse with DIY furniture, décor, and crafts, and she has a country chic aesthetic that Gaines' fans will appreciate. |
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| Salvage Style: Decorate with Vintage Finds by Leslie LinsleyWhat's inside: inspiring ideas and photographs that will help readers decorate their homes with vintage and repurposed items, including barn doors, factory lamps, and hand-forged iron hooks.
Why Gaines' fans might like it: Fixer Upper fans know that the Gaines love using old and salvaged items (shiplap!) to create unique homes. |
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Country Living 500 Kitchen Ideas: Style, Function, and Charm by Dominique DeVitoWhat it is: a collection of ideas from Country Living magazine that includes decorating ideas, storage solutions, new uses for old things, and do-it-yourself projects.
Why Gaines' fans might like it: the bright photographs showcase crisp, creative country décor ideas that will make them feel right at home in their kitchens.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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