Dining Like the Stars

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Ever wish you could be invited to an onscreen pasta dinner with the cast of The Godfather? Or have you wondered what those infamous scrambled eggs from Misery tasted like? And while it might be unreasonable to ever expect to taste a fried green tomato made on the set of that Oscar-nominated film, there must be ways to experience bigscreen meals without having to go through a casting audition.

In Nami Iijima’s English-language debut Reel Cuisine, the world-renowned food stylist realizes dozens of dishes from some of the biggest box office hits from across the globe. From Miracle on 34th Street‘s roast chicken to the refreshing mojitos from Almodovar’s Volver, the silver screen comes to the kitchen with Iijima’s fun and easy-to-follow recipes. With nearly two decades of experience designing hunger-inducing delicacies for film and TV, Ms. Iijma has compiled more than sixty dishes from an equal number of critically acclaimed films to create one of the more comprehensive looks at cinematic cuisine ever.

Reel Cuisine invites film buffs with an interest in gastronomy to feast on the finest the silver screen has to offer for what might be less than the price for a ticket to the movies these days.

Worry-Free Summers

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011

With temperatures rising and summer vacation just around the corner fitness and wellness is on the minds of many Americans. Whether they have hopes to look good for the beach or are trying fulfill New Year resolutions, now is the time to fight the fat and change habits for a brighter and lighter future.

To help ease the transition towards wellness, nurtitionist and TV chef Kumiko Ibaraki has compiled what may be her most essential book yet—The Worry-Free Kitchen. Collecting dozens of everyday Japanese meals, Ibaraki has remastered these dishes by removing most of the fat and oil to significantly lower the calorie count while maintaining flavor and texture. As many during Ms. Ibaraki’s recent New York tour, featuring a stop at BookExpo America, came to experience, even the city’s most cynical gourmands could not resist her health conscious yet delectable delights.

The road to wellness does not have to be difficult. With Kumiko Ibaraki’s Worry-Free series your first step to longterm health is taken care of, as eating well has never been so easy and never tasted this good.

Vertical’s Worry-Free Bakery Is Now Taking Orders

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

Make sinless treats, goodies and confections! Starting today, 47 divine, low-calorie pastries and cool confections are at your fingertips! Cooking professional Kumiko Ibaraki’s recipe book The Worry-Free Bakery will show you how to lighten up old favorites. You don’t need to cheat yourself out of life’s little pleasures! Learn how to remove oil and butter from your favorite treats, while retaining full flavors and familiar textures.

You’ll never be at a loss for ideas with these varied recipes including cheesecake, tiramisu, and plenty in-between. Learn to bake desserts that serve well for entertaining. Be able to treat yourself to the more-than-occasional sweet. With this cookbook you can guiltlessly indulge every day! The possibilities are endless with Ibaraki’s full-color spreads, easy guides, and helpful advice. Still have any doubts? Pick up a copy of The Worry-Free Bakery today and ease your mind.