- Ready-in-a-snap breakfasts like Baking Dish Frittata and Crab Cake Benedict
- Lazy summertime lunches like her tried-and-true Down the Shore Smothered Corn Cobs
- Warm and cozy meal staples like Roasted Red Peppers and Italian Wedding Soup
- Late-night munchies such as Homemade Truffle Popcorn and Adult Root Beer Floats
- Italian American classics done Caroline's way, like her famous Taylor Ham (not to be confused with pork roll) & Cheese Sandwich, Slow-Braised Braciole, Deep Dark Chocolate Pudding Cake, and, of course, Sunday Gravy
Along the way, Caroline shares entertaining behind-the-scenes stories and helpful tips and tricks to making your kitchen, and home, a place for getting the most from what's on hand, embracing the messy side of life, and celebrating all things big and small. Full of wisdom, humor, and hard-earned lessons in the kitchen, Food & Other Things I Love encourages you to share this food with those you love and build your own memories, meals, and magic. HIGHLY COOKABLE RECIPES: The recipes in this book are like a warm hug from a loving relative. Caroline's tips, tricks, and encouraging voice make the already simple, belly-filling recipes easy enough for even novice cooks. AUTHENTIC VOICE IN ITALIAN COOKING: Caroline's motherly aura and strong moral compass have made her a favorite among the Bravo audience with an ever-growing fan base. Caroline wears multiple hats as a wife, mother, sister, friend, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and food and lifestyle expert, all while staying grounded in her values and putting her family first. She has become a go-to for advice and inspiration on everything from pets to parenting and, most of all, cooking. TIME-TESTED ADVICE: In between the delicious, comforting recipes are lots of homespun tips and tricks that Caroline has learned over the years, like how to cook for a crowd, how to set a beautiful table, and the importance of celebrating every occasion and every moment with love. Perfect for:
- Fans of Caroline Manzo and the Real Housewives series
- Anyone interested in Italian and Italian American cooking
- Beginner cooks looking for easy homestyle recipes and practical cooking advice
- Lovers of big, comforting cookbooks with a whole lot of heart
- Watchers of Food Network, HGTV, Today, and Magnolia Network
- Gift-giving for housewarming, graduation, wedding, birthday, and holidays