Travel and cook with a pro: Gordon Ramsay’s Uncharted

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National Geographic offers early readers samples of forthcoming books. From what I can see, the finished book looks as if it will be a good one.

Many know the name Gordon Ramsay. In this title, that accompanies a TV show, he tastes the cuisine of many countries including locations in Peru, Morocco, Laos, New Zealand, Hawaii, South Africa, Norway, Tasmania, India, Louisiana, Croatia, Iceland, Portugal, Maine, Michigan, The Great Smoky Mountains, Texas , Puerto Rico, Mexico, Wales and England. Wow! A lot of territory and foods to explore.

I think that adventurous chefs and travelers will enjoy this title. In the sample, in addition to the recipes, there was a lot of information on the location. There are many beautiful photos as well. The first recipe that I saw was for Ras El Hanout or Braised Beef Short Ribs. There were other delicious sounding recipes as well. I would love to see the full title.

Meanwhile, many thanks to NetGalley and National Geographic for this sample. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 25 April 2023

Let’s try to: LEARN SPANISH IN 30 DAYS

Speak like a native, from beginner to bilingual, and accelerate your Spanish painlessly in a fun, enjoyable and engaging way.

by ALITA MANUEL

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I don’t know that I will be able to actually speak Spanish in thirty days but, with the help of this book, I will certainly get started. In these pages, one begins with Alphabets and Pronunciations, then moves on to Numbers, Informal and Formal Greetings, Slang, Articles and Adjectives, Commonly Used Verbs, Hotel Vocabulary, Personal Data and so much more.

This is a fun and good introduction to the Spanish language. I look forward to improving my skills.

Many thanks to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 11 March 2023

Mary Berry’s Baking Bible: Revised and Updated

With Over 250 New and Classic Recipes

by Mary Berry

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Anyone who has watched Mary Berry on TV knows that she is one talented baker. She has been at it for longer than many readers have even been alive. Plus, Ms. Berry makes it look so doable. All fans of Mary will be thrilled to see that a new edition of her Baking Bible is being published in May.

Inside this beautifully illustrated book are over 250 recipes. Some of the categories covered are classic cakes, celebration cakes, baking for children, tarts and pastries, buns and scones, and many others. Just a few of the recipes are those for a chocolate mirror cake, an amazing castle cake that a child is sure to love, and orange and chocolate fork shortbread cookies. At over 400 pages, this book has enough recipes for a lifetime.

Also included at the beginning of the book is a great deal of helpful formation. Read about equipment, baking terminology, ingredients, tips, and conversion tables and then get to work.

Looking for a Mother’s Day or other occasion gift, even a gift ot one’s self? Keep this in mind. It is terrific.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 09 May 2023

Now out: It’s OK

I love the children’s books that are published by this press. They are always well done and gently inspiring. That is definitely the case here.

It’s OK is teaching children self-compassion and how to identify their feelings, all the while recognizing that others have felt this way too. Here are crucial aspects of social emotional learning.

The text is simple and the illustrations are appealing. The repeated mantra is there for children to use. In addition there is a section at the end of the book that offers additional practices for self-acceptance.

This book belongs in both preschool and home libraries. It would be excellent for an adult and child to talk about this title together. This book might even help adults to be kinder to themselves.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Shambhala Publications for this title. All opinions are my own.