To make up for my ranting incessantly on about the Bachelor, I caught this gem appearance by The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, on the Today Show. First of all, I am all about giving props to fellow bloggers. For those that aren’t too familiar with The Pioneer Woman, Ree is a city gal who fell in love with a cowboy totally by chance – of course while sporting some seriously rockin’ stilettos. Her first cookbook, The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Recipes {Read More}
The Pioneer Woman Visits The Today Show To Discuss Black Heels to Tractor Wheels – A Love Story
Pretty Delicious Deets on Candice Kumai’s New Book
One of my fave stiletto gals on twitter is the original Stiletto Chef – Candice Kumai. Candice’s book Pretty Delicious: Lean and Lovely Recipes for a Healthy, Happy New You is set to hit bookshelves on Feb. 1st on Rodale. Jan/Feb. is the prime month to work on one’s health and this book will do the trick. Candice will teach you how to make healthy choices that are "pretty delicious." I, for one, plan on putting this to good use {Read More}
B[u]y The Book: Nigella Christmas and a Tried & True Recipe for Bourbon Glazed Ribs…

Before you remind me of exactly what date it is and how I should have reviewed this BEFORE the holidays, hold up. I have to say Nigella Christmas: Food Family Friends Festivities by Nigella Lawson has recipes that are not just for the holidays. I have to confess that I was hesitant to pick this up because I thought “Lys, why the heck do you need a cookbook just for Christmas?!?!?” as my cookbook shelf began to scream in horror {Read More}
B[u]y The Book: Martha Stewart’s Dinner At Home…

Last month, I was able to attend the Martha Stewart event at the King of Prussia Williams-Sonoma. First of all, can I say there were over 300 people waiting in line to meet the one and only Martha Stewart to get their cookbook signed. It was craziness to say the least. Creative Catering replicated some of the dishes for the eager crowd and, in my opinion, they did a phenomenal job. Plus, Cupcakes Gourmet replicated the Coconut Cupcakes for everyone {Read More}
B[u]y The Book: Things Cooks Love
There are two cookbooks that are on my “Must Have” list – the Anniversary cookbook from my favorite grocery store – The Fresh Market and Sur La Table‘s “Things Cook Love“. As a huge lover of all things Sur La Table, I was thrilled to hear that they have their first cookbook, “Things Cooks Love” available on their website. I don’t know about y’all but I know with me – I’m not only a shoe-a-holic, but also a cookbook-a-holic. I {Read More}



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