Honey-Orange Cake and Memories of the Lost by Barbara O’Neal

There is a lot of food in O’Neal’s newest novel. As a lot of the characters are vegetarians or aging “hippies”, it’s a lot of healthy fair, including this cake made with honey, eggs, flour and citrus zest. . . . → Read More: Honey-Orange Cake and Memories of the Lost by Barbara O’Neal

Serabelle by Tavi Taylor Black, a review

Welcome to another stopover on the TLC book tour. Today’s post is brought to you by Serabelle by Tavi Taylor Black. I received a free copy from the author for an honest review. All rants and opinions are my own.

About the book:

Serabelle: Where the Wealthy Come to Play

• Publisher: Black . . . → Read More: Serabelle by Tavi Taylor Black, a review

TLC Review: Our Kept Hearts by Tennille Marie

It’s been a while since I hosted a TLC Book Tour. Today I will be reviewing Our Kept Hearts by Tennille Marie. I received a free review copy of this book from the author for this stopover. I was not paid for this review and all opinions, thoughts and rants are completely my own. . . . → Read More: TLC Review: Our Kept Hearts by Tennille Marie

My Name is Iris by Brando Skyhorse

My Name is Iris is a serious novel about serious (and disturbing) subjects. It’s so serious that I felt it would be trite to do a recipe tie-in. So, today it is only a book review of Brando Skyhorse’s latest novel. . . . → Read More: My Name is Iris by Brando Skyhorse

Grilled Pork Chops with Bún Thịt Nướng Inspired Marinade

Today I review Sunshine Nails by Mai Nguyen. This is a tale with lots of good food and a resilient family with a sense of humor. . . . → Read More: Grilled Pork Chops with Bún Thịt Nướng Inspired Marinade

A Summer Fresh Salad for The Paris Agent by Kelly Rimmer

The Paris Agent by Kelly Rimmer is the latest stop on the TLC Book Tour.I received a free review copy from the publisher for this stopover. I assure you I was not paid for this review and all opinions, thoughts and rants are completely my own.

About the book: The Paris Agent

• Publisher: Graydon . . . → Read More: A Summer Fresh Salad for The Paris Agent by Kelly Rimmer

Sparkling Strawberry Jam for Everything’s Fine

Today’s TLC Book Tour Stop features Everything is Fine by Cecilia Rabess. While Jess, the main character, may not be able to partake of this jam, strawberries are a theme to her relationship with her boyfriend. Read on to find out more as Jess navigates her way through early adulthood in a pivotal time of social upheaval. . . . → Read More: Sparkling Strawberry Jam for Everything’s Fine

A Book Review: Hyphenated Relations by Daniel Maunz

It’s another stop on the TLC Book Tour. This time I revisit a favorite author. Thanks to Daniel Maunz and Lisa at TLC for the opportunity to read Maunz’ second novel. (I received a free review copy by the author for the tour. I assure you I was not paid for this review and all . . . → Read More: A Book Review: Hyphenated Relations by Daniel Maunz

Pomegranate Tart for Pomegranate by Helen Elaine Lee

For this stop on the TLC Book Tour, I was pleased to receive a gratis copy of Pomegranate.

All opinions and rants are my own and were not influenced by my free copy. Not only is the cover art amazing, but the story is a must read.

About Pomegranate

• Publisher: Atria Books (April . . . → Read More: Pomegranate Tart for Pomegranate by Helen Elaine Lee

House of Eve and an antique pound cake recipe

The House of Eve is the Reese Witherspoon February Book Club pick! This may be one of the best books I’ve read this year. Here’s a review along with a retro pound cake recipe. . . . → Read More: House of Eve and an antique pound cake recipe