dinners and dining

Each day Antonio's Mam? tries to get everyone to sit down together to eat, but someone is always busy elsewhere, until the family celebrates a new arrival.

When her perfectionist classmate and neighbor plans an elaborate Thanksgiving dinner, Katie begins to wonder if the relaxed day she, her father, and her messy little brother usually enjoy means they are not a "real" family.

Looks at some of the foods favored by different U.S. presidents, and explains who cooks for the residents and guests of the White House.

Dinner at Aunt Connie's is even more special than usual when Melody meets not only her new adopted cousin but twelve inspiring African-American women, who step out of their portraits and join the family for dinner.

A little boy's first trip to a restaurant with his parents is less than successful.

Presents a history of eating habits and food through the tools and kitchen technology used to prepare, serve, and consume food.

Provides an introduction to the food culture of Russia and Central Asia, discussing the historical and geographical factors that have shaped its foods, including information on the major ingredients, preparation, restaurants, special occasion foods, and Russian diet and nutrition. Includes recipes.

Discusses the variety of foods people around the world might have for their evening meals.

Rhyming text captures the light and spirit of the Maine coast through a simple poem celebrating the simple pleasures of a summer day.