Customer Reviews

California Sol Food Casual Cooking from the Junior League of San Diego: Food photography by Frankie Frankeny

5 star:		(13)
4 star:		(0)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I have several cookbooks, but this is by far my favorite. I have never used a cookbook as often as I do this book, and I have consistently had great results. So far my husband and I have tried about 20 things out of this book, and they have all been delicious--cocktails, appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, and desserts.

The best part about this book is the simplicity. Most of the recipes in this book don't have a ton of ingredients, and the ingredients it calls for are usually things I have on hand, or I just need to get a few easy (and inexpensive)items. That is my main problem with other cookbooks that I own: they are beautiful to look at and the food is indeed delicious, but many of the ingredients are things I would never have on hand and I end up spending a lot of money just to get everything I need.

This cookbook has consistently produced delicious results with very little effort. The ingredients are remarkably simple in some of the dishes and it just makes cooking out of this book a really fun experience. I love the Southern California theme too. I am from San Diego and these recipes really do capture the casual yet elegant style of America's Finest City.

I have set a goal for myself that I am going to try every recipe in this book. It may take a little time, but I am looking forward to trying everything--and as I said before, I've never wanted to do that with any other cookbook. My other cookbooks look really pretty on my shelf but don't get nearly as much use as this one, because this one is not intimidating and doesn't require a huge shopping list to prepare the food.

I highly recommend this book. I'm getting one for my mom for Christmas too.

This is a total MUST HAVE for your cookbooks at home. Very simple, yet sophisticated recipes that are sure to please. Recipes are organized based on the time of day--breakfast, brunch, lunch dinner, cocktails, midnight snack--along with complete menus. I really really love this book. But the best part is that its purchase supports the Junior League of San Diego's mission and 100% goes back to supporting its efforts in San Diego. You won't be let down with this one! [...]

California Sol Food is my favorite cookbook with easy to follow recipes, beautiful photos, delicious results!!! I have a huge collection of cookbooks but I have found this book to be perfect for casual but elegant entertaining, San Diego style.

I love Southern California cookbooks and cuisine. This book is refreshing to look at and the recipes are even more fresh and tasty. It really captures the essence of the San Diego lifestyle and meals to go with it. I really enjoy this book and always look to it when I'm entertaining. Congratulations to the Junior League of San Diego for creating such a fabulous cookbook.

This cookbook has become my favorite "go to" cookbook. I use this cookbook almost every week whether it be for dinner parties or cooking for my family. My favorite recipes are the salmon burgers, the choclate cheesecake, the lemony orzo salad, and the clam toasties. I get compliments on every dish I have made and shared. I have also given it as hostess gifts and holiday presents, it's always a hit. This book is a MUST buy for yourself and your family and friends!

This is one of the best cookbooks for delicious yet easy food. All the recipes I've tried have come out perfectly and everyone loves the food (and often wants the recipe!). We don't make drinks all that often, but when we do this is the book we go to-- great sangria and La Jolla lemonade (with or without alcohol). Even the baking recipes are so easy to follow and come out better than the items we get in restaurants and markets. My Mom, who owns close to a hundred cookbooks, wants her own copy now after borrowing mine so many times. If you like to make fantastic meals for family and/or company, this book will never let you down.

I got this book as a gift for my in-laws and my parents and they LOVE IT. The recepies are easy, yet sophisticated and the instructions are so simple even those handicapped in the kitchen are able to make all of the recepies. Easy to follow recipes, vivid pictures, and amazing food. A great buy!!

This is a fabulous cookbook. Everything I have made has been highly complimented by all who taste. I love the drink recipes, the Ultimate Sangria is to die for! The great introductions to each meal are a great read as well. The best part about the purchase is you know that your money is not only going to help you make good food, but to help Junior League of San Diego. This cook book is a worthy purchase!

Please buy this wonderful cookbook from the Junior League of San Diego. You only pay $[...] plus tax & shipping and the proceeds will directly benefit the community projects run by the Junior League.

By far this is my favorite cookbook to own and give as a gift for bridal showers, birthdays, or the holidays. I love that it includes recipes for cocktails. :-) I've given this as a gift to women AND men and have been warmly thanked by all. It even earned the approval of my boyfriend's sister, who has a Master's degree in Public Health from Johns Hopkins. She is a tough critic when it comes to food and was impressed by the variety in California Sol Food and the light, healthy dishes. Buy your own copy (or 2) today!

I have bought this book for friends as gifts and they've all come back and thanked me. Excellent, easy to follow recipes with beautiful photographs. It's actually a pleasure to read!