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Tea with the Dowager: Recipes for Downton Abbey fans

Here are a few British-themed recipes from Stir It Up! for fans of "Downton Abbey" gearing up for season three.
23 of the best new and upcoming cookbooks/food books for the holidays

A list of the best new and upcoming cookbooks to diversify your own culinary repertoire or offer as holiday gifts.
Maria Montessori and 10 famous graduates from her schools

Maria Montessori stands in many ways as the mother of alternative education. The Italian physician and teacher invented a new kind of school, one with self-directed learning, classrooms with mixed age groups, and no grades. Now, on what would have been her 142 birthday, thousands of schools bear her name. These Montessori schools have some very famous alumni, many of which credit the free-flowing classes with teaching them to think differently and allowing them to change the world. Here are 10 of the most prominent.
Bestselling books the week of 8/16/12, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
Julia Child: 8 things that may surprise you

Test your knowledge of legendary chef Julia.

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Nora Ephron: Her 5 best movies

Here are 5 of the best movies written or directed by the filmmaker, who died June 26, 2012.
Nora Ephron: Hollywood trailblazer of romantic comedies for smart women

Nora Ephron was a rare woman writing and directing in the male-dominated industry of filmmaking. Nora Ephron wrote romantic comedies for smart women, about smart women.
Screenwriter Nora Ephron 'loved a good New York story'

Nora Ephron, famous for her romantic comedies, has died. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg says the city's art community will miss Ephron, who set many of her stories there.
Stir It Up! Top your steak with cilantro jalapeño compound butter

Simple pan-seared or grilled steaks can be topped with a compound butter made with cilantro, jalapeño peppers, shallots, and lime juice for a lively flavor boost.
10 roles that earned Meryl Streep Oscar nominations

As Streep earns buzz for 'The Iron Lady,' here are 10 other films that got the attention of the Academy
The Iron Lady: movie review

Thatcher biopic 'The Iron Lady' is a sprawling review of the British prime minister's life that may leave supporters and detractors unsatisfied.
A feast of foodie films

Sit back and digest the holidays with these favorite culinary flicks.
6 top food memoirs

In this era of the superstar chef there is no shortage of food-related memoirs, all telling the stories of how these many culinary geniuses found their calling. However, only a handful have the flavor and style that make them stand out from the pack. Here are six that we're calling the best.
America's new culinary renaissance

We're becoming a nation of food fanatics, signing up for cooking classes, turning into gourmets in the kitchen, and making dining in or out the equivalent of a cultural event. Is America the new France?
6 questions for Marcella Hazan, queen of social media

Is that really the Marcella Hazan commenting on my blog? Turns out it is!
Asparagus recipe: Asparagus with sauce maltaise

Asparagus sauce maltaise is a version of the classic Hollandaise sauce.
A Covert Affair: Julia Child and Paul Child in the OSS

Among the bright young Americans who served their country in the Office of Special Services were Julia Child and her husband, Paul.
A cook divided

Married to a man who liked his eggs well done, her mom would find a moister culinary path.
Meatless Monday: Veggie pot pie

A medley of vegetables wrapped in a hot pastry crust.
Introducing 'Modernist Cuisine'

'Modernist Cuisine' reveals the art and science of creating great food.
Braised endives

Braising endives reduces its bitter edge and draws out more subtle flavors.
Bestselling books the week of 12/16/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
4 books for armchair travelers

Books that will take you to France, China, Ireland, and Libya – no passport required.
Bestselling books the week of 3/11/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
Bestselling books the week of 3/4/10, according to IndieBound*

A look at what's selling best at independent bookstores across America.
Bestselling books the week of 2/25/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores all across America.
Bestselling books the week of 2/18/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling fastest in independent bookstores across America.
Bestselling books the week of 2/4/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling most in independent bookstores across the US.
Bestselling books, week of 1/21/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in America's independent bookstores
Bestselling books, week of 1/14/10, according to IndieBound*

1/14/10 bestseller lists based on reporting from independent bookstores