Jenny Kales

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“Anyone Can Cook!” Cozy Cookbooks To Love

2019 Articles, Food Fun, Kathleen Costa, Mysteryrat's Maze

by Kathleen Costa

I love cookbooks! I have a collection of 50 books and 360 eBooks, and although I’m not a chef, not even a real fanatic in the kitchen, I am experienced in better-than-basic techniques, competent in following directions, and greatly enjoy putting together everyday meals, sweet desserts, and holiday feasts. I also love cozy mysteries! So, I’m thrilled many favorite cozy mystery authors have published cookbooks compiling recipes from their series, and often family favorites, too. Check out these eight cookbooks, explore links to author websites, view Amazon & Goodreads, and enjoy fun insights on their influences, culinary experiences, and best thoughts on Thanksgiving!

Secrets and Pies By Jenny Kales: Review/Giveaway/Guest Post & Recipe

2017 Articles, Food Fun, Kathleen Costa, Mysteryrat's Maze

by Kathleen Costa
& Jenny Kales

It is such a delightful experience connecting with a favorite author, talking about their book, their motivation, style, and process, but when you are lucky to become part of that process, it just adds to the wonderful experience. I “e-met” Jenny Kales over a year ago, you know meeting someone online, when I read and reviewed her Callie’s Kitchen Mystery series highlighting On the Chopping Block and Spiced and Iced. She has been such a delightful Facebook buddy, and when she took me up on my offer to help in anyway I could with her next book, I was thrilled to become a beta reader for Secrets and Pies.

Callie’s Kitchen Mysteries By Jenny Kales: Reviews/Giveaway/Interview

2017 Articles, Food Fun, Kathleen Costa, Mysteryrat's Maze

by Kathleen Costa

I know it’s not recommended, but I am guilty of ‘judging a book by its cover.’ Bright, colorful graphics, clever puns, and unique fonts always catch my eye, as well as my interest. Callie’s Kitchen Mysteries have ‘eye catching’ covers, but it doesn’t end there…the stories are exciting, the characters entertaining, the mystery is engaging, and the Greek recipes are appetizing.