School Food

The spectacular culinary creations of modern cuisine are the stuff of countless articles and social media feeds. But to a scientist they are also perfect pedagogical explorations into the basic scientific principles of cooking. In Science and Cooking, Harvard professors Michael Brenner, Pia Sörensen, and David Weitz bring the classroom to your kitchen to teach the physics and chemistry underlying every recipe.

When the organizing committee for her upcoming high school reunion needs a caterer, Halia agrees to help out. Soon she's serving up her signature macaroni and cheese and famous chicken wings to a host of appreciative ex-classmates. Some folks have blossomed since graduation. Others, like manipulative Raynell Rollins, currently married to a former football star, haven't changed nearly enough. When Raynell is found dead the morning after the reunion, the role call of possible suspects could fill the school gymnasium. Extramarital affairs, mega-church scandals and sports secrets...

In a remote Sicilian mountain town, four women arrive at a cookery school, each at a turning point in their lives. Moll is a foodie and an exhausted working mum on the holiday of a lifetime. Tricia, a top London lawyer, is taking a break from the demands of her job and her family. Valerie, consumed by grief following the death of her partner, is trying to figure out how to live a life without him. And recently divorced Poppy has come to Sicily to learn about the place where her grandfather was born before emigrating to Australia.

From NY Times and USA Today Bestselling author Josie Litton, writing as J.K. Litton, a wickedly funny cozy romantic mystery for the holidays"A quirky, funny, small town mystery that had me smiling and laughing--" Amazon reader "Loved this story, I could not put it down"--Amazon reader "Intrigue, humor and small town appeal"--Amazon reader "A captivating whodunit, a charming town with quirky characters and a second chance at love"--Amazon reader When Santa turns up dead in his sled during the holiday pageant in the charming Westchester County village of Mulberry Falls, former paralegal ...

In 1779, to subjugate Indigenous nations, George Washington ordered his troops to “ruin their crops now in the ground and prevent their planting more.” Destroying harvests is just one way that the United States has used food as a political tool. Trying to prevent enslaved people from rising up, enslavers restricted their consumption, providing only enough to fuel labor. Since the Great Depression, school lunches have served as dumping grounds for unwanted agricultural surpluses.

Discover the perfect children's adventure story that combines education and entertainment in this delightful addition to the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series! Join curious 7-year-old Imani, enthusiastic 8-year-old Tommy, and knowledgeable 8-year-old Maya as they embark on an exciting journey celebrating both International Bat Appreciation Day and National Cheeseball Day! When Maya's mom invites the friends to visit the bat sanctuary where she works, followed by a special cheeseball-making activity at a local snack bar, the children dive into a day filled with fascinating discoveries...

Darren and his dad Troy both want the same thing… and only Veronica can satiate their hungry desires. After wandering into her boyfriend’s house and finding his smoking-hot dad walking naked through it, Veronica’s world opens up. She finds herself needing help with her car, and guess who is there to save her? Troy Matthews, the father of her boyfriend Darren. She wants him. He wants her. The crazy thing is, Darren doesn’t seem too pissed about it. In fact, he encourages it. Soon, Vee finds herself at the mercy of them both. What began as an innocent cry for help turns into something...

When Jane Bertch was seventeen, her mother took her on a graduation trip to Paris. Thrilled to use her high school French, Jane found her halting attempts greeted with withering condescension by every waiter and shopkeeper she encountered. At the end of the trip, she vowed she would never return.

The perfect summer read (if you like books by humans. Sorry, no AI here)! You can master adulthood before you get there or wait for it to master you. Which will you choose? We all love a good hack. That one piece of advice that cuts straight to the heart of a problem and shows you how to handle it with ease. But don’t let the title fool you - reducing this wisdom to mere “hacks” would be a massive disservice. You’re about to uncover a treasure trove of insight: 88 of the best tips, tricks, and techniques to launch you from teendom to adulthood with resounding success. And don’t ...

Unearth the untold stories of bourbon whiskey: Immerse yourself in the riveting history and exciting future of America's native spirit!

From the author of the bestselling Pelican Cove cozy mysteries Meet Meera Patel - college dropout and soon to be murder suspect Life in sleepy college towns in the south follows a predictable pattern. Summers are slow and lazy and campus is almost deserted. Scorching days end in flaming sunsets. Meat cooks on the backyard grills, infusing the air with heady aromas of charcoal and dry rubs. Kids splash in pools and run around, licking snow cones and popsicles. It's the calm before the storm, before the frenzy of fall term begins in earnest. Swan Creek, Oklahoma is no different. Meera Patel ...

A youngster's recounting of buying waffles, bringing them home, anticipating their arrival on a plate, and the final delicious consumption. Very easy to read, beginner book. It is a picture book without the pictures, just a simple tale. The audience/readers can imagine the pictures easily. It is the enthusiasm of the teller which grabs the reader. Great for reading to a young child, who will soon read for him/herself. Colourful and easy to read large fonts.

From NY Times and USA Today Bestselling author Josie Litton, writing as J.K. Litton, a wickedly funny cozy romantic mystery for the holidays The charming Westchester County village of Mulberry Falls is ringing in the New Year in style. On the village green, revelers are counting down the seconds to midnight. But when the pop of champagne corks is interrupted by gunshots, the fun goes flat. It’s up to local sleuth Verity Valence and her former high school boyfriend, Detective Ethan Lowell to cut through the confetti and catch a killer. Either that or risk Mulberry Falls’ new year ...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a heartwarming journey of discovery that teaches valuable lessons about family bonds, culinary delights, and environmental stewardship! Perfect for children ages 6-9 and ideal for classroom read-alouds, bedtime stories, and early independent readers. In this delightful installment of the popular "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three curious friends embark on an adventure to learn about three special celebrations all happening on May 2nd: National Brothers and Sisters Day: Children will discover the importance of sibling relationships as Tommy joins his ...

We all struggle sometimes. Even those of us who are known for our valor. When a down-and-out young veteran winds up homeless for the holidays, he takes the only job that he can find, dressing up as a mall Santa. When a murder happens at the mall, our hero finds himself in a situation that's tighter than a chimney. A single mom Good Samaritan who reaches out to help begins to wonder about the wisdom of her decision, when he is accused of murder. Will he lose everything that he’s fought so hard to gain, or will the magic of Christmas come to his aid in time?

In "Border Wars," the ninth thrilling installment of the "Crystals of Memory" series, young Anders Brolly, a magical prodigy on the brink of his fifteenth birthday, embarks on a perilous journey that will test his powers and resolve. Accompanied by the esteemed Great One of Barquea, Depak Sona, his apprentices, and the Heir to Barquea, Prince Naveed, Anders must venture to the borders of three lands where mysterious attacks by the Natech threaten the peace and safety of innocent people. As they travel through treacherous territories, they encounter a host of incredible beings, including ...

♥The Bakery Romance Series ♥ He's blind... She's a victim... Blind since birth, Carl Warner is devastated after his girlfriend rejects his marriage proposal. As he struggles to deal with his pain he encounters Miriam Beech via a local food ministry. A victim, Miriam is healing from a recent trauma. She finds solace working in her bakery. She’s determined to raise her teenaged daughter, Jessica, in a wholesome environment. When problems with Jessica arise Miriam asks God for direction. Jessica deals with her pain best as she can. Unattractive, she's always felt insufficient when ...

Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya in their most exciting adventure yet in this engaging children's story perfect for ages 6-9! Healing, Rhymes, and Tasty Times follows three best friends as they discover the magic of May 12th—a day that celebrates International Nurses Day, National Limerick Day, and National Nutty Fudge Day all at once! When Maya arrives with news about a special "Triple Celebration" at the local hospital, the children embark on an educational journey where they: Learn about Florence Nightingale and the important work nurses do every day ...

This is the story of one woman's journey to find herself. Armed with nothing but a love of food and the words of the 20th-century food writer M.F.K. Fisher, she travels from France to Italy, then the Congo, and back again. Along the way, she goes to pastry school in Paris, eats the most perfect apricots over the Tuscan hills, watches a family of gorillas grazing deep in the Congolese brush, has her heart broken one last time on a bridge in Lyon, and, ultimately, finds a path to life and joy.

What Shall We Do Today? May 11th – The Scrumptious Railway Adventure A magical children's story where food, friendship, and adventure meet on enchanted railway tracks! Join curious seven-year-old Imani, enthusiastic eight-year-old Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on their most delicious journey yet! When mysterious train tracks sprout from their neighborhood street and Maya arrives with a magical conductor's hat, the three friends are whisked away to a world where trains are made of cupcakes and the tracks connect all the food worlds together. In this enchanting 3,000-word ...