{"product_id":"wild-women-in-the-kitchen-nicole-alper-lynette-rohrer","title":"Wild Women in the Kitchen * Nicole Alper, Lynette Rohrer","description":"\u003cp\u003e101 Rambunctious Recipes \u0026amp; 99 Tasty Tales. This lighthearted, witty culinary anthology pairs 101 accessible recipes with fascinating biographical profiles of bold, unconventional women from history who used their kitchens, sharp minds, and social influence to break societal rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Story: Written by prominent authors and food culture historians Nicole Alper and Lynette Rohrer, this delightful volume transforms a standard cookbook into an exceptionally lively celebration of female independence. The authors establish an entertaining, history-first framework that tells the stories of a diverse group of trailblazing women - ranging from legendary writers and movie stars to notorious outlaws and high-society rebels - showing how their favorite flavors reflected their untamed spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is organized into fun, thematic sections that chronicle the scandalous lives and kitchen habits of historic icons. Readers can explore the culinary worlds of bold personalities like Frida Kahlo, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, and Georgia O'Keeffe. Each profile uncovers the private dinner parties, favorite comfort foods, and social triumphs of these historical figures, using clear language to bring their distinct eras and legendary attitudes into focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA guide to inspire fun kitchen entertaining and confident cooking. Every historical profile links directly to a straightforward, delicious recipe, such as savory main dishes, zesty cocktails, and rich desserts, all designed to be easily replicated by modern home cooks using everyday supermarket staples. Published as an attractive, square-format trade paperback, this charming out-of-print classic is a fantastic addition to both history and culinary shelves, proving that a little bit of attitude is the ultimate ingredient for an unforgettable meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect For: Home cooks looking for a conversational, highly engaging reference book to host unique themed dinner parties; readers who enjoy light historical biographies, feminist humor, and witty social histories; and cookbook collectors searching for a rare, giftable Conari Press culinary showpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished 1996 by Conari Press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood \u0026amp; Drink \/ Culinary History \u0026amp; Biographies \/ Feminist Food Anthologies \/ Entertaining \u0026amp; Party Menus \/ Quick \u0026amp; Easy Recipes\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"April Grossinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51072229441779,"sku":"202609080004","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/5722\/7507\/files\/1000016312.jpg?v=1788905388","url":"https:\/\/purpleslothmedia.com\/products\/wild-women-in-the-kitchen-nicole-alper-lynette-rohrer","provider":"Purple Sloth Media","version":"1.0","type":"link"}