AMERICAS TEST KITCHEN
The Best Light Recipe(Mar., $35) by the editors of Cook's Illustrated collects recipes low in fat but high in flavor.
AMERICAN EXPRESS PUBLISHING (dist. by Sterling)
Food & Wine Annual Cookbook 2006: An Entire Year of Recipes(Mar., $29.95) by the editors of Food & Wine includes every recipe from all of the magazine's 2005 issues.
ANDREWS MCMEEL
Maida Heatter's Book of Great Chocolate Desserts(Apr., $24.95) by Maida Heatter offers her classic favorites, many with changes and updates.
ARTISAN
Big Sky Cooking(May, $35) by Meredith Brokaw and Ellen Wright, foreword by Tom Brokaw (husband of Meredith), describes how to create great meals, Montana-style.
BARBOUR
In the Kitchen with Mary & Martha: One Dish Wonders(Apr., $14.97) by Mary & Martha. This second book in the series provides recipes and tips aimed at simplifying busy women's lives. 35,000 first printing.
BLOOMSBURY
Nasty Bits: Collected Varietal Cuts, Useable Trim, Scraps, and Bones(May, $24.95) by Anthony Bourdain applies the chef's magic touch to the Good, the Bad and the Ugly. 50,000 first printing.
BULFINCH
Big Birthdays: The Party Planner Celebrates Life's Milestones(Apr., $29.95) by David Tutera. The event designer to the stars shares his secrets for fabulous parties. Ad/promo. Homestyle Book Club selection.
DK
Tasting Club(July, $20) by Dina Cheney. Too busy to throw a full dinner party? Have a tasting party instead.
EBURY PRESS (dist. by Trafalgar Square)
The Ritz London Book of Afternoon Tea: The Art and Pleasures of Taking Tea(Apr., $9.95) by Helen Simpson. One lump or two?
EDITIONS FLAMMARION
Vegetables: Recipes from 35 Great French Chefs(Mar., $45) by Patrick Mikanowski et al. These recipes promise to win over even the most recalcitrant veggie hater.
Gourmet Bistros and Restaurants of Paris(Apr., $40) by Pierre Rival compiles more than 100 eateries that carry on the city's culinary tradition and innovation.
FAIR WINDS PRESS
The Daily Cocktail: 365 Intoxicating Drinks(Apr., $19.95) by Dalyn Miller and Larry Donovan. This yearlong bevy of beverages, accented with colorful quips, ranges from the commonplace to the rare.
FREE PRESS
Williams-Sonoma Bride & Groom Cookbook: Recipes for Cooking Together(Mar., $34.95) by Gayle Pirie and John Clark teaches newlyweds everything they need to know in the kitchen. Ad/promo.
GIBBS SMITH
Southwest Flavors: Santa Fe School of Cooking(Apr., $34.95) by Susan Curtis et al. The follow-up to The Santa Fe School of Cooking Cookbook gathers new recipes from this culinary hotspot.
GOOD BOOKS
Fix-It and Enjoy-It Cookbook: All-Purpose, Welcome-Home Recipes(Apr.; $24.95, paper, $15.95) by Phyllis Pellman Good is the latest in the bestselling Fix-It and Forget-It series.
HARVARD COMMON PRESS
Tomatoes & Mozzarella: 100 Ways to Enjoy This Tantalizing Twosome All Year Long(May, $19.95) by Hallie Harron and Shelley Sikora. Scrumptious recipes celebrate this classic combination. 25,000 first printing.
HEARST/STERLING
Appetizers! Good HousekeepingFavorite Recipes(May, $14.95) by the editors of Good Housekeepingdishes up 150 recipes sure to make a good first impression.
HP BOOKS
Harumi's Japanese Cooking: More than 75 Authentic and Contemporary Recipes from Japan's Most Popular Cooking Expert (Apr., $27.95) by Harumi Kurihara targets American home cooks.
INTERLINK
Fairy Tales Feasts: A Literary Cookbook for Young Readers and Eaters(Apr., $19.95) with fairy tales retold by Jane Yolen, recipes by Heidi E.Y. Stemple. Brer Rabbit's Carrot Soup, Little Mermaid's Pasta Shells and more accompany classic stories.
KODANSHA INTL
Cool Tools: Cooking Utensils from the Japanese Kitchen(June, $28) by Kate Klippensteen reveals the history, meaning and uses of the Japanese cook's implements.
LITTLE BOOKROOM
A Culinary Traveller in Tuscany: Restaurants and Recipes(Mar., $24.95) by Beth Elon highlights lesser known restaurants, secret local dishes and undiscovered art.
LYONS PRESS
Seduced by Bacon: Recipes & Lore About America's Favorite Indulgence(Apr., $22.95) by Joanna Pruess with Bob Lape celebrates this seductive meat.
MARLOWE CO.
The Two of Us... and Friends: A Young Couple's Guide to Entertaining (Easily, Affordably) with Elegance and Style(May, $25) by Jessie Carry Saunders pairs offbeat party suggestions with easy-to-make recipes.
MODERN LIBRARY
History in a Glass: Sixty Years of Wine Writing from Gourmet(Mar., $24.95), edited and with an introduction by Ruth Reichl, includes the work of James Beard, Hugh Johnson and more.
NORTHLAND PUBLISHING
Real Women Eat Chiles(Mar., $21.95) by Jane Butel contains more than 100 recipes plus information on the health benefits of chiles and the women who love them.
OXMOOR HOUSE
Wine, Food & Friends(Mar., $24.95) by Karen MacNeil pairs the author's expertise and love for wine with 150 Cooking Lightrecipes. 36,000 first printing. $250,000 ad/promo.
PELICAN PUBLISHING
Brownies to Die For!(Mar., $24.95) by Bev Shaffer stirs together baking basics, history and amusing tips. Author tour.
The New Orleans Program: Recipes for Letting the Good Times Roll(Mar., $21.95) by David A. Newsome, M.D., with John Besh ties recipes to New Orleans celebrations while inspiring people to eat more healthfully. Author tour.
PERIGEE
Cooking for Two(May, $19.95) by JoAnna M. Lund with Barbara Alpert suggests balanced meals for newlyweds, empty nesters, etc.
CLARKSON POTTER
Geoffrey Zakarian's Town/Country: Life Around the Table(Apr., $37.50) by Geoffrey Zakarian uses the author's favorite ingredients to create both "town" and "country" versions of the same recipes. Ad/promo.
Giada's Family Dinners(Apr., $32.50) by Giada De Laurentiis. The author of the bestselling Everyday Italian turns her attention to family and group meals. 400,000 first printing.
The Lever House Cookbook(May, $50) by Dan Silverman and JoAnn Cianciulli celebrates the food, architecture and décor of this New York restaurant.
READERS DIGEST BOOKS
Casseroles: A Collection of Over 440 One-Pot Recipes—Straight from the Kitchens ofTaste of Home Readers(Mar., $26.95) by the editors of Taste of Homemagazine combines recipes with hints for healthful substitutions, money- and timesaving tips and more.
Backyard Grilling: Over 200 Family-Pleasing Recipes plus a Complete Grilling Guide(Apr., $19.95), from Taste of Homemagazine.Gentlemen, start your engines: recipes, temperature charts and more.
RIZZOLI
Real American Food: A Culinary Tour of the United States(Apr., $35) by Burt Wolf draws on Wolf's years traveling and producing programs for PBS.
RODALE
A Man, a Can, a Tailgate Plan(May, $15.95) by Zachary Schisgal and the editors of Men's Health. This new entry in the A Man, a Canseries heads to sporting events. 100,000 first printing.
RUTLEDGE HILL PRESS
Beautiful Breads & Fabulous Fillings(Aug., $24.99) by Margaux Sky. The proprietor of the Art Cafe & Bakery in San Luis Obispo, Calif. (who's been featured in O magazine), shares her secrets.
RYLAND PETERS SMALL
Eating Outdoors(Mar., $24.95) by Lindy Wildsmith takes al fresco meals beyond your everyday picnic.
ST. MARTINS/THOMAS DUNNE
The Golden Pear Café Cookbook(May, $24.95) by Keith Davis displays breakfast and lunch recipes from the popular Hamptons spot. 25,000 first printing.
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE (dist. by Sterling)
The Working Cook: Fast and Fresh Meals for Busy People(May, $17.95) by Tara Duggan. The food columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle(and winner of the James Beard Foundation Award) creates a practical cookbook for simple meals.
RONNIE SELLERS PRODUCTIONS
500 Cupcakes: The Only Cupcake Compendium You'll Ever Need(Mar., $14.95) by Fergal Connolly. This is the companion to 500 Cookies—enough said.
STEWART, TABORI CHANG
Memories of Philippine Kitchens(Aug., $35) by Amy Besa and Romy Dorotan. A look at Filipino culture accompanies recipes and lavish photographs. Author tour.
Fundamental Techniques of Classic Cuisine(Aug., $75) by the French Culinary Institute with Judith Choate. Insider tips and advice for the serious home cook. 40,000 first printing.
TEN SPEED PRESS
Big Small Plates(June, $30) by Cindy Pawlcyn. Here are starters, soups, finger foods, sweets and more to serve the biggest appetite on a small but satisfying scale.
THUNDER BAY
Complete Asian Cooking Companion(Mar., $29.95) by Vicky Liley showcases the diverse cuisines of Asia in 430 recipes.
TUTTLE
Regional Indian Cooking(June, $24.95) by Ajoy Joshi and Alison Robert celebrates the foods of India's five main regions.
UNIVERSE
Serendipity Sundaes: Ice Cream Constructions and Frozen Concoctions(Apr., $19.95) by Stephen Bruce shows how to make towering treats—in size and flavor—at home.
UNIV. OF CALIFORNIA PRESS
A Life Uncorked(Mar., $34.95) by Hugh Johnson. The noted oenophile tours the world of wine over the past 40 years.
WILEY
The Hamptons Diet Cookbook: Enjoying the Hamptons Lifestyle Wherever You Live(Apr., $24.95) by Fred Pescatore, M.D., and Jeff Harter. A doctor and a chef reveal the secrets of the rich, the famous and the thin.
The Organic Cook's Bible: How to Select and Cook the Best Ingredients on the Market(Apr., $40) by Jeff Cox is a comprehensive guide.
Culinary Boot Camp: Five Days of Basic Training at the Culinary Institute of America(May, $29.95) by the Culinary Institute of America. Cookbook author Martha Rose Shulman shares the tips, tricks and cooking techniques she learned during her boot camp stint.
WILEY/BETTY CROCKER
Betty Crocker Vegetarian Cooking: Easy Meatless Main Dishes Your Family Will Love! 2nd Edition(July, $24.95) by the Betty Crocker editors works for vegetarians, carnivores and flexitarians alike.
WILEY/PILLSBURY
Pillsbury Good for You!: Fast & Healthy Family Favorites(May, $19.95) by the Pillsbury editors. Make healthy meals in under 35 minutes with this book's 170 recipes.
