Recipes for Romance: The Lonely Chef [Paperback]

Ian Jamieson (Author)

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Why should you trust a guy who calls himself "the Lonely Chef" for tips on romance? Because even if this cookbook doesn't get you a date, at least you'll have some great meals and a few laughs to show for it. In Recipes for Romance, author and self-described lonely chef Ian Jamieson dishes out more than just a meal plan; in addition to tasty treats such as Golden Trout with Almonds, Spaghetti Gorgonzola, and Champagne Sorbet, Jamieson includes his own tried-and-true courting tips ("Never attempt to prepare for a date while cooking. So many beautiful moments have been ruined by the discovery of shaving cream or flakes from beauty masks sprinkled inappropriately over a trout mousse."). As you delve deeper into Recipes for Romance, you begin to understand why Jamieson is still lonely ("Do real men eat quiche? Real men eat whatever they want to, but they might want to try eating it from a tool box."), but at least he eats well. Our advice: the recipes are great, but stick with Dr. Ruth for tips about love.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Foulsham & Co Ltd (July 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0572021348
• ISBN-13: 978-0572021344
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,755,109 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars recipes for romance, March 6, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Recipes for Romance: The Lonely Chef (Paperback)

This is one of the best and most humorous books I have every read. It is full of great recipes but where it differs is in the humor. Full of dating tips, poems and quips the book will have you in tears when you are trying to prepare a meal. I love this guy he makes my day.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Recipes For Romance, April 21, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Recipes for Romance: The Lonely Chef (Paperback)

I am one of those fortunate people who have the opportunity to travel a lot. The one book that I take with me wherever I go is "Recipes For Romance" by Ian Jamieson. Also known as "The LOnely Chef". This is one of the most unusual, informative and funniest cook books I have ever read. I love it! Besides having some great receipes there are some courting tips, romantic poems, excerpts from a personal diary to do with dating (hilarious) and all sorts of great tips.

I love this man. I have had an opportunity to see his cooking show many times and he puts all the other television chefs to shame. It's not that he has superior skills, (although I am sure he would tell you differently) it's because he has a love of life, romance and his philosophy of using food for romance. He also has an infectious laugh that drives me crazy and this wonderful sense of humour comes through in the book. You laugh with him rather than at him.

I recommend this book with every ounce of my being. Read it and you will be seduced by this man. He has seduced me and that's why I always carry it with me. If I ever have the chance to meet the author I hope he can show me some of his smooth moves and maybe, just maybe, we can turn the heat up in the kitchen and create something special. I can't wait for the next book!