LVCCLD HOT TOPICS - COOKING

If you want to try a new recipe or entertain a large group, the Library has the information you need! Also included in this info guide are local resources and web sites.

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LIBRARY CATALOG

Books for Adults

Vegetarian cooking for everyone

Vegetarian cooking for everyone
by Madison, Deborah

This cookbook features more than 800 recipes for everything from appetizers to desserts. Also includes an A-to-Z vegetable section with details on vegetables from the common to the exotic.

 

Books for Teens

Secret Life of Food

Secret Life of Food
by Crespo, Clare

Introduces parents and children to forty-six unbelievable recipes that turn familiar, easy-to-make dishes into wondrous imitations of plants, animals, common household objects -- and even human body parts (the ultimate Halloween gross-out!)

 

Books for Older Children

It's disgusting-- and we ate it!

It's disgusting-- and we ate it!
by Solheim, James

True food facts from around the world-- and throughout history!

 

Books for Younger Children

Pretend soup and other real recipes : a cookbook for preschoolers

Pretend soup and other real recipes : a cookbook for preschoolers
by Katzen, Mollie

Recipes just for younger kids, the way they´ll understand it, and won´t make their moms nuts!

 

More books for:

Adults

Teens

Older Children

Younger Children

 

FOR MORE LIBRARY RESOURCES TRY:

Cookery

Cookery - Juvenile

Vegetarian


Databases

 Alt HealthWatch (http://0-search.ebscohost.com.ilsweb.lvccld.org/login.aspx?authtype=ip,url&profile=ehost&defaultdb=awh)
Resources on the many perspectives of complementary, holistic and integrated approaches to health care and wellness.
 Culture Grams (http://0-online.culturegrams.com.ilsweb.lvccld.org/secure/main/portal.php?a_username=lvccld&a_password=welcome)
Information about 182 countries and territories. Includes an elementary school age edition of 66 countries and all 50 United States. Includes information on culture, famous people, recipes and photos.
 Encyclopedia of Food and Culture (http://0-galenet.galegroup.com.ilsweb.lvccld.org/servlet//eBooks?ste=22&docNum=CX3403499999&q=lvccld_main)
Everything you need to know about food: Preparation, festivals and feasts; cultures and religions. Who eats what, where, and why!
 General Reference Center Gold (http://0-infotrac.galegroup.com.ilsweb.lvccld.org/itweb/lvccld_main?db=GRGM)
Magazines, newspaper articles and almanacs by subject or keyword. Find the articles and information you need on almost any topic!
 Health & Wellness Resource Center (http://0-infotrac.galegroup.com.ilsweb.lvccld.org/itweb/lvccld_main?db=HWRC&id=52et2001TGG)
More than 400 health and medical journals and other resources that can link you to major health web sites.

WEB SITES

 American Culinary Federation (http://www.acfchefs.org/)
A professional, not-for-profit organization for chefs and cooks. Use this site to see what the professionals are up to!

 American Institute of Wine and Food (http://www.aiwf.org)
A non-profit educational organization devoted to improving the appreciation, understanding, and accessibility of food and drink, founded by Julia Child, Robert Mondavi, Richard Graff and others.

 American Wine Society (http://www.americanwinesociety.org)
Devoted to educating people on all aspects of wine.

 Cast Iron Cooking Recipes (http://www.lodgemfg.com/recipe.asp)
Recipes from Lodge Cast Iron, the makers of those really heavy camping kettles!

 Chili Appreciation Society (http://www.chili.org/chili.html)
Their mission is to promote chili and raise money for charity.

 Epicurious: The World's Greatest Recipe Collection (http://www.epicurious.com/)
Recipes and food-related articles from the Epicurious TV show.

 FoodTV (http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/home)
The Food Network's web site with recipes, a wine review database, forums, and TV program schedules.

 International Dutch Oven Society (http://www.idos.com/)
Pull out that Cast Iron, and get cooking!

 King Arthur Flour (http://www.kingarthurflour.com/)
Baking tips, unbelievable recipes, and other cool stuff!

 National Cornbread Festival (http://www.nationalcornbread.com/)
Incredible recipes, and a lot of fun!

 PBS Home and Hobbies: Cooking (http://www.pbs.org/home/home_cooking.html)
Cooking information from all over!

 Spatulatta (http://www.spatulatta.com/)
Cooking just for kids! Great recipes, video demos, and a kids cooking blog!

 The Cook's Thesaurus (http://www.foodsubs.com/)
I'm out of baking powder! What should I do? Things you can use instead of (whatever you're missing).

 The Food Museum (http://www.foodmuseum.com)
No, they're not really part of the Smithsonian. But they do have incredible information! Click on Exhibits at the top to find out more than you ever knew!

 The World's Healthiest Foods (http://www.whfoods.com)
The want to show you a healthier way of eating that's enjoyable, affordable, quick and easy to fit your personal needs and lifestyle.


LOCAL RESOURCES

 CCSN - Hotel Restaurant and Casino Management Department (http://www.csn.edu/pages/1308.asp)
3200 E. Cheyenne Ave.
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
(702) 651-4192
Students can receive an associate of applied science degree with an emphasis in the culinary arts.

 Creative Cooking School of Las Vegas (http://www.creativecookingschool.com/default2.asp)
7385 West Sahara
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 562-3900
Students will learn all the essentials of classic culinary technique as well as receive basic training in ethnic cuisines and advanced recipe development.

 UNLV - Department of Food and Beverage (http://hotel.unlv.edu/programs/depts/fbm.html)
4505 Maryland Parkway
PO Box 45601
(702) 895-3230
This department offers an array of food and beverage courses, complete with hands-on laboratory experiences, extensive interaction with leaders in the food and beverage industry, and traditional classroom lectures and demonstrations.


NATIONAL RESOURCES

 Cooking with Children (http://www.wicworks.ca.gov/education/nutrition/kidsRecipes/cooking_abilities.htm)
Information on what your child is ready to cook!

 Food Safety and Inspection Service (http://www.fsis.usda.gov)
Part of the USDA, what you need to know about safe cooking!

 FoodSafety.Gov (http://www.foodsafety.gov)
Safe cooking information from the government

 USDA Nutrient Data Laboratory (http://www.ars.usda.gov/ba/bhnrc/ndl)
Everything from measuring equivalents to Food Composition and Nutrition.