Duncan Hines (1880-1959) may be best known for the cake mixes, baked goods, and bread products that bear his name, but most people forget that he was a real person and not just a fictitious figure invented for the brand. America's pioneer restaurant critic, Hines discovered his passion while working as a traveling salesman during the 1920s and 1930s - a time when food standards were poorly enforced and safety was a constant concern. He traveled across America discovering restaurants and offering his recommendations to readers in his best-selling compilation Adventures in Good Eating (1935). The success of this work and of his subsequent publications led Hines to manufacture the extremely popular food products that we still enjoy today. In Duncan Hines, author Louis Hatchett explores the story of the man, from his humble beginnings in Bowling Green, Kentucky, to his lucrative licensing deal with Proctor & Gamble. Following the successful debut of his restaurant guide, Hines published his first cookbook, Adventures in Good Cooking (1939), at the age of 59 and followed it with The Dessert Book (1955). These culinary classics included recipes from many of the establishments he visited on his travels, favorites handed down through his family for generations, and new dishes that contained unusual ingredients for the era. Many of the recipes served as inspiration for mixes that eventually became available under the Duncan Hines brand. This authoritative biography is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of a savvy businessman, American icon, and an often-overlooked culinary pioneer whose love of good food led to his name becoming a grocery shelf favorite. Hatchett offers insightful commentary into the man behind the cake mix boxes and how he paved the way for many others like him.

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Dimensions: 12.9L x 10.9W x 4.4H in. Cooking plate size: 11L x 6.7W in. Black aluminum and stainless steel. Non-stick coated plates for easy cleaning. Drains fat from food into external drip tray. Skid-resistant feet. Temperature controls with 1090 W power. Cool-touch handle and overheat protection. Make all of your favorite restaurant-style sandwiches at home with the Kalorik 2-Slice Panini Grill. Also great for burgers, chops, and vegetables, this product promotes healthy, low-fat cooking without losing the taste. Its premium non-stick surface sears food while fat is drained away into the external drip tray. Its adjustable temperature control allows for perfect cooking with maximum control. This sandwich press also features skid-resistant feet, a cool-touch handle, and overheat protection for added safety. About KalorikEstablished in Belgium in 1930, Kalorik has become synonymous with fine engineering and unique product development. As one of Europe's first manufacturers of small electric appliances, the company's initial product was one of the very first electric toasters. With this well-recognized achievement and a thirst for new invention, the company established offices in the U.K, Germany, and Switzerland to further innovate and design new and exciting products. Today, Kalorik is a second-generation industry leader. Its passion to create superior products is a guiding force in the company's commitment to new trends in product development, meticulous care for detail, and maintenance of cutting-edge manufacturing facilities. It is this careful balance, combined with Kalorik's experience and traditional values, that has led to the company's worldwide success.

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Our Pillivuyt porcelain covered dishes can be found in fine restaurants throughout France a culinary country where cooking is taken very seriously. Designed and used by chefs worldwide the even-heating properties of Pillivuyt dishes are perfect for cooking keeping food warm at the table and storing in the refrigerator. The covered dishes are excellent for vegetables terrines and pat Ts. Pillivuyt clean-up is a breeze. The all-white finish and timeless design is robust and durable enough for everyday use going from freezer to oven to table and into the dishwasher.

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The Coates Inn restaurant in Cape Cod is about to go out of business when its striking owner, Abby, jumps at a stranger's offer of help - both in her kitchen and her bedroom. Storm, a handsome chef, claims to have a secret weapon: an aphrodisiac menu that her patrons won't be able to resist. It certainly works on Abby - who gives in to the passions she has denied herself for years. But can this playboy chef really be Abby's hero if her body means more to him than her heart, and his initial plan was to steal the restaurant from under her nose? Storm soon turns the restaurant around, but Abby's insatiable desires have taken over her life. She's never known a guy into crazy sex like him before, and she wants to spend every spare moment getting as much intense erotic pleasure as she can. Meanwhile, her best friend Marissa becomes suspicious of the new wonder-boy in the kitchen. Before things get really out of control, someone has to assume responsibility. But can Abby tear herself away from the object of her lustful attention long enough to see what's really going on?

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This polished carbon steel paella pan is perfect for creating your exquisite rice, seafood, egg, gratin, and creme brulee dishes. Once seasoned, this pan acquires natural non-stick properties that won't chip, scratch or peel off under usage of metal objects, such as knives, forks, or spatulas. This paella pan is constructed of polished carbon steel with dual zinc handles and can withstand high heat. Each pan is compatible with all heat sources, including induction, and is oven-proof. This paella pan features a hammered bottom for better heat dispersion so you can cook your dishes thoroughly to perfection. 35 1/2Diameter and 2 7/8 deep. Hand-washing is recommended.

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Engagingly written volume not only provided the mid-19th-century housekeeper with recipes for scores of nutritious dishes but also offered wide-ranging suggestions for frugal and intelligent household management. Includes advice on selecting and preparing foods, health tips, cleaning domestic accessories, dealing with hired help, and much more.

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That Man from C.A.M.P, Jackie Holmes, says: "And away we go! Back to that little room. No, not that one-the one just on the other side of that place they call the dining area. The kitchen, of course. Now, I'm sure you know your way around the other rooms, especially the one with the queen-sized you-know-what, but as I'm prone to mention from time to time, one of the ways to a man's heart is through his stomach, which means you'll have to spend some time in the kitchen cooking!" This very basic guide to cooking for your guy-or for anyone else-is broken into thirteen chapters, each dealing with a particular category of food. The original edition of this companion volume to the Man from C.A.M.P. fiction series is an unobtainable modern rarity, and is now available for the first time in over four decades. It's filled with the wit, humor, and wisdom of its bestselling author.

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The ParaFryer is a Multi-Purpose Funnel Cake Fryer that can work for all kinds of venues. The Parafryer easily fries traditional Funnel Cakes donuts and other pastries but can also be used for other fried foods. The fryer lid can mount to the side; functioning as a drain rack. Caution: Always allow this unit to cool before touching any metal component (including lid) & surfaces. The digital display tells you the oil temperature to allow for more accurate frying. Using the 240 volt plug allows for high wattage capacity and reduced recovery time between cooking batches. Crafted with 20 Gauge Stainless Steel makes our ParaFryer very durable. The oil resevoir has a 25lb capcity; marked with a Min and Max line to help operators gauge amount of oil needed. Made in the USA. Dimensions: 18" W x 23" D x 11.5" H.

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For over 80 years, Paderno (Italy) has been a leading company in the manufacturing of professional cookware and kitchen utensils. The company is constantly engaged in enhancing the quality of its products and consistently complies with the most recent laws relating to public health and safety. For this purpose, the new factory in Orfengo, Novara, near Milan, is equipped with a modern laboratory with high technology instruments (X-rays, atomic absorption, etc.), which enables Paderno to carry out its own chemical tests on the raw materials used and check their conformity to the standards required. Special attention is paid to the environment and to general safety. The depth and flared sides of this pan make it easy to cook pella as the shape encourages the quick evaporation of liquid. This carbon steel pan averages 3/32" thickness. Diameter: 15.75" Height: 2.125" Metal Thickness: 13 Gauge Metal Type: Carbon Steel

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Prized possessions of professional chefs, Wusthof knives are an invaluable asset of any kitchen. Every element of this renowned cutlery contributes to its precision and ease of use. In Solingen, Germany, each piece is hand-forged in 38 manufacturing steps by skilled craftsmen. The high-carbon stainless steel blades are hardened to maintain a sharp edge and full tangs provide perfect balance with riveted, high-impact composition handles. Wusthof's newest state of the art technology incorporates a new computer controlled method for putting the edge on Classic knives. This technology allows for an exacting edge from the tip of the knife down to the heel of the knife. With this newer precision, the knives are made sharper to 14 degrees per side for a total of 28 degrees. The knives are now sharper and this refinement increases the sharpness retention because exacting angles and edges last longer than edges sharpened by hand. The result is a knife that is 30 sharper and the ICP (Initial Cutting Performance) lasts twice as long.

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Griddles & Grill Pans - Calphalon signature "Sear" surface ensures food glide without sticking. Heavy-gauge hard anodized aluminum provides the even distribution of heat to fry eggs and pancakes perfectly and has the heat strength durability to add the crisp searing to hash browns, bacon and sausages. The advanced nonstick surface features a scratch-resistant surface heat safe to 500 F to bake frittata in the oven. French toast, grilled cheese sandwiches and quesadillas release easily for effortless cleanup. This nonstick surface is so durable, you can use metal spatulas, spoons or whisks - and never worry about altering the surface. Brushed stainless steel handle is riveted for durability. Stays cool to the touch for easy transport. Dishwasher safe. Made in the USA. Founded in 1963, Calphalon is a leading American manufacturer of professional quality cookware. Calphalon originated by supplying cookware to restaurants and commercial kitchens. Today, Calphalon offers a full range of cookware, bakeware and kitchen accessories to fit the culinary needs and styles of the home cook and professional chef. Product Features Calphalon "Sear" nonstick surface heat safe to 500 F sears, browns, sautes and seals in juices of meats, seafood and vegetables with the easy release of nonstick Nonstick surface with the durability to safely use metal spatulas spoons and whisks Metal-utensil safe nonstick sears like stainless steel with the convenience of easy cleanup Durable hard anodized aluminum provides superior transfer of heat for uniform cooking Stainless steel handles stay cool to the touch for easy transport Handle is double riveted for durability PFOA-free Established in 1963, Calphalon is the culinary authority in kitchenware, dedicated to enhancing the home chef's experience during planning, prep work, cooking, baking and serving - Specifications Model: 1948253 Materials: Hard anodized aluminum, nonstick interior 10 1/4" Dia. (13" w/handles) x 4" H (6" H w/lid) Base: 8 1/4" Dia. Weight: 4 lbs, 6 oz. Lifetime manufacturer warranty Made in the USA Care and Use Dishwasher safe Suitable for gas, electric, ceramic and halogen cooktops Oven safe to 500 F

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For nearly three decades Shirley Fong-Torres and her Wok Wiz Chinatown Tour staff guided 20,000 visitors a year through San Francisco's Chinatown. This book shows why so many keep coming back for more. It's Chinese-American history with a bottomless appetite for quirky anecdotes, respected traditions and exquisite dumplings. " I love Shirley Fong-Torres. Her effervescence and passion make her irresistible. If she writes a book I'll buy it, if she hosts a tour, I'll take it, if she recommends a restaurant I'll eat there." -Gene Burns, KGO, San Francisco " Shirley Fong-Torres knows San Francisco's Chinatown better than anyone She's downloaded a chunk of what she knows in this book, filled with great information and a touching account of her family history." -Michael Bauer, San Francisco Chronicle " I thought I knew San Francisco Chinatown, that is, until I met Shirley." -Martin Yan, YAN CAN COOK " Shirley Fong-Torres has a contagious love of life, people, place and food I am rapt by her stories, energized by her passion and touched by her spirit." -Joey Altman, BAY CAFÉ " This is Shirley Fong-Torres, a very bossy woman. But if you want to do business in San Francisco Chinatown you have to deal with her. She knows everybody and everything." -Comedian Martin Clune

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Our Pillivuyt porcelain roasters can be found in fine restaurants throughout France a culinary country where cooking is taken very seriously. Designed and used by chefs worldwide the even-heating properties of these dishes are perfect for roasting meats vegetables and casserole-style dishes. Adaptable to baking desserts or dishes for a large group and perfect for serving as well. Over gentle heat roasters can be de-glazed on the stovetop to make outstanding gravy from the pan drippings. Clean-up is a breeze. The Pillivuyt roasters all-white finish and timeless design is robust and durable enough for everyday use going from freezer to oven to table and into the dishwasher.

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Anolon Advanced Bronze cookware features sophisticated, warm bronze exteriors coupled with deep chocolate interiors, all enhanced by a distinctive flared profile. This large-capacity Anolon Advanced Bronze Nonstick 6-1/2-Quart Covered Chef Pan with Helper Handles combines these features with heavy-duty hard-anodized construction to ensure efficient, even heat distribution for exceptional gourmet cooking performance. Restaurant-tested DuPont Autograph 2 nonstick delivers superior durability, healthier cooking solutions, and easy cleanup that stands up to the rigors of a professional kitchen. The sizeable pan is ideal for searing and braising free-range chicken for an updated version on classic cuisine, and is large enough to toss field mushrooms with hand-cut pasta for a main dish. Revolutionary Anolon SureGrip handles are dual-riveted, rubberized stainless steel for a confident, comfortable grip that is oven safe to 400 F, and the convenient helper handle provides support for moving the pan around the kitchen during cooking. The shatter-resistant glass lid allows cooking procedures to be watched without heat or moisture loss, and because Anolon Advanced Bronze offers a exquisite range of sizes and shapes, this covered chef pan makes a great addition or beginning to the home kitchen. Cover more cooking territory with ease, confidence, and the help of the Anolon Advanced Bronze Nonstick 6-1/2-Quart Covered Chef Pan with Helper Handles, and discover delicious new possibities as a home chef.

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Create a batch of bison-chipotle chili or boil enough spinach fettuccine for a Tuscan family feast in the Anolon Advanced Bronze Hard-Anodized Nonstick 7.5-Quart Covered Wide Stockpot. Extra wide to do the job with ease, the wide stockpot's heavy-duty, hard-anodized construction provides efficient, even heat distribution to help reduce hot spots that can burn foods. The stockpot boasts a lustrous bronze nonstick exterior coupled with a deep chocolate interior and a gently flared tulip-shaped profile. Restaurant tested by professional chefs, the Autograph 2 nonstick surface inside delivers superior durability to stand up to the rigors of a professional kitchen, is ideal for easy cleanup, and is metal utensil safe. Revolutionary Anolon SureGrip handles feature comfortable rubber over durable stainless steel for a confident grip and are dual riveted for added strength. And the shatter-resistant glass lid allows easy monitoring of food while it cooks without losing heat or moisture. Oven safe to 400-degrees F, this wide stockpot coordinates well with many other pieces in the Anolon Advanced collections. Construction: Single layer Surface: Non-stick Materials: Hard anodized aluminum Lid material: Glass Handle attachment: Riveted Care instructions: Hand wash Finish: Non-stick Dimensions: 7.5 quart Oven safe to: 400-degrees F Heavy-duty hard-anodized construction provides efficient, even heat distribution to help reduce hot spots that can burn foods. Stockpot boasts a warm bronze nonstick exterior coupled with a deep chocolate interior and a gently flared tulip-shaped profile. PFOA-free restaurant-quality DuPont Autograph 2 nonstick inside and out is long lasting and metal utensil safe, and makes cleaning up effortless.

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This Nouvelle cookware collection from Anolon features hard-anodized construction in a versatile, elegant shape for perfectly even heating and exceptional cooking performance. Each piece is designed with a double full cap base with a copper core for optimum heat control, and two layers of ultradurable aluminum. A magnetized stainless-steel base makes the cookware suitable for all stovetops, including induction. Restaurant-tested Autograph 2 nonstick interiors ensure easy, clean release, and cast stainless-steel handles secured with sturdy dual rivets make each piece easy to maneuver and transport.

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The Takeaway Secret is a book which will enable readers to cook their own tasty takeaway food at home. After over 5 years of research and investigation, the secret ingredients and cooking techniques used by takeaway and fast food restaurants can now finally be revealed. In today's increasingly health conscious and now financially cautious world, there's never been a better time to learn the secrets of cooking your own takeaway food at home. From now on, the takeaway menu will become an inspiration to cook, not an expensive option for dinner. Some of the recipes which can now be faithfully recreated at home include Lamb Donner and Chicken Kebabs, Chicken and Vegetable Pakora, Szechuan Chicken, Sweet and Sour Chicken, Chicken Wings, Spare Ribs, Triple-Decker Burgers, Chicken Burgers, Spiced Onions, Kebab Sauces, Sub Rolls, Wraps and many more. Many recipe books call for an extensive and expensive list of ingredients, often interesting to read but impractical for everyday cooking. The Takeaway Secret will stand out as the modern cookbook, ideal for a generation of people who desire delicious food, delivered quickly without the need to slave over a hot stove for hours on end. The recipes included make it possible for home cooks, both novice and professional, to recreate their favourite takeaway and fast food restaurant dishes in their own kitchen.

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For over 80 years, Paderno (Italy) has been a leading company in the manufacturing of professional cookware and kitchen utensils. The company is constantly engaged in enhancing the quality of its products and consistently complies with the most recent laws relating to public health and safety. For this purpose, the new factory in Orfengo, Novara, near Milan, is equipped with a modern laboratory with high technology instruments (X-rays, atomic absorption, etc.), which enables Paderno to carry out its own chemical tests on the raw materials used and check their conformity to the standards required. Special attention is paid to the environment and to general safety. The depth and flared sides of this pan make it easy to cook paella as the shape encourages the quick evaporation of liquid. This carbon steel pan averages 3/32 thickness. Diameter: 11 Height: 1.625 Metal Thickness: 13 Gauge Metal Type: Carbon Steel

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With generous size and a unique lid, the Anolon Advanced Bronze Hard-Anodized Nonstick 14-Inch Covered Wok offers ample room to toss and stir vegetables, tofu and meats to create delicious Asian-inspired meals. The wok's heavy-duty, hard-anodized construction provides even heat distribution for exceptional cooking performance, and the distinctive bronze exterior and rich chocolate interior add elegant design. PFOA-free restaurant-tested DuPontTM AutographTM 2 nonstick is metal utensil safe and ideal for easy cleanup inside and out, with superior durability. The wok's lid is constructed with a wide, mirror-polished stainless steel rim that helps bean sprouts, vegetables, and more cook and steam faster and more efficiently. And the convenient, shatter-resistant glass in the center of the lid enables the cooking to be monitored and keep heat and moisture inside. The lid and wok feature revolutionary rubberized stainless steel Anolon SureGrip handles for a confident, comfortable grasp when stirring, tossing, and plating. All of the handles are dual-riveted for extra strength and oven safe to 400F, and this covered wok works well with many pieces in the Anolon Advanced Bronze collection.

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Enjoy superior braising performance and convenience with the Anolon Advanced Bronze Hard-Anodized Nonstick 5-1/2-Quart Covered Braiser with Rack. Slow-cook to perfection with the Anolon Advanced Bronze Hard-Anodized Nonstick 5-1/2-Quart Covered Braiser with Rack. This covered braiser is ideal for dishes like pot roasts and stews that start on the stovetop and finish in the oven. The heavy-duty hard-anodized construction provides efficient, even heat distribution that helps to reduce hot spots that can burn foods, and coupled with a sophisticated palette of a warm bronze exterior and a chocolate interior, this braiser provides an exceptional gourmet cooking experience. DuPonts rugged Autograph 2 nonstick surface inside provides superior food release for easy cleanup, even after roasting a free-range chicken in an herb-butter marinade. The removable rack keeps pork roasts elevated while cooking, away from excess fats and oils. Without the rack, this pan is perfect for braising root vegetables and chicken, and is oven safe to 400F. Revolutionary rubberized Anolon SureGrip stainless steel handles are dual-riveted for strength and provide a confident grasp. A shatter-resistant glass lid allows easy monitoring of food without losing heat or moisture. This braiser complements the other items in all Anolon collections. Features: Oven safe to 400F, the heavy-duty hard-anodized aluminum construction provides fast, even heating and outstanding durability. The removable rack keeps food elevated while cooking, away from excess fats and oils. Long-lasting restaurant-quality DuPont Autograph 2 nonstick is metal utensil safe, easy to clean and provides superior food release. Sturdy Anolon SureGrip stainless steel handles are rubberized for a comfortable, confident grasp.A shatter-resistant glass lid allows cooking to be monitored while sealing in heat and moisture.

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