Las Vegas: Glitter to Gourmet - Savory and Sensational Recipes from the Junior League of Las Vegas (Hardcover)

~ Junior League of Las Vegas (Author)

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Product Description

This exciting cookbook features recipes from Rosie O'Donnell, David Cassidy, Susan Anton, Phyllis McGuire, Mayor Oscar Goodman and others; and from Las Vegas Hotel Chefs: Wolfgang Puck (Spago), James Perrillo (Caesars Palace), Jean-Louis Palladin (Rio Hotel), Stanton Ho (Las Vegas Hilton) and others. In addition to the 225+ tested recipes, information about Las Vegas, the surrounding areas, sample menus, celebrity bios and much more are found in the colorful sidebars. The bright and vibrant colors found on the cover draw you instantly to this book!

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Junior League of Las Vegas Publications (January 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0961410043
• ISBN-13: 978-0961410049
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #190,770 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Sure Winner from Las Vegas, March 31, 2001

By A Customer

This book is not only beautiful, it just sparkles with energy. Every recipe that I have tried is just outstanding! I recently had a luncheon and served the Asparagus Tart, salad with the Soy Orange Vinaigrette dressing and Key Lime Cheesecake. The meal was a real hit with my friends and the recipes were so simple that I could easily do it again! The one thing that impresses me most about this cookbook is that the recipes are straightforward, easy to follow, and delicious. I'm sure this cookbook will be used repeatedly and not sit on the shelf. The chef and celebrity recipes are great additions and the sidebars about the recipes and chefs are interesting reading.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for your own collection or to give as a gift!, February 2, 2001

By A Customer

I received this cookbook as a gift. It didn't get stuck on the shelf; I spent several evenings looking through it. The layout and use of color and photos as well as the periodic commentary makes it great for pleasure reading. But it's a wonderful cookbook, too. I have tried several recipes already, and every one has been a success. Many are simple enough for family meals as well as savory and elegant enough for entertaining. I will be using this cookbook regularly.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book With Excellent Recipes, January 31, 2001

By A Customer

This cookbook has great visual appeal, as well as excellent recipes that are not difficult to make - at least those that I have tried are not. "Salt-Encrusted Beef Tenderloin" produced the best tenderloin I have ever made and the "Garlic Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes" are absolutely the best! I've tried several other recipes with equal success. This book would make a wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys cooking or just reading cookbooks.