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If you want to try a new recipe or entertain a large group, the Library has the information you need! Also included in this info guide are local resources and web sites.

LIBRARY CATALOG Books for Adults Vegetarian cooking for everyone by Madison, Deborah This cookbook features more than 800 recipes for everything from appetizers to desserts. Also includes an A-to-Z vegetable section with details on vegetables from the common to the exotic.   Books for Teens Let the flames begin : tips, techniques, and recipes for real live fire cooking by Schlesinger, Chris Guys, don´t let your dad burn the burgers! Take over the grill, and WOW the ladies!   Books for Older Children It's disgusting-- and we ate it! by Solheim, James True food facts from around the world-- and throughout history!   Books for Younger Children Pretend soup and other real recipes : a cookbook for preschoolers by Katzen, Mollie Recipes just for younger kids, the way they´ll understand it, and won´t make their moms nuts!   More books for: Adults Teens Older Children Younger Children   FOR MORE LIBRARY RESOURCES TRY: Barbeque Cookery Cookery - Juvenile Vegetarian

RESEARCH DATABASES  Alt HealthWatch Resources on the many perspectives of complementary, holistic and integrated approaches to health care and wellness.  Culture Grams Information about 182 countries and territories. Includes an elementary school age edition of 66 countries and all 50 United States. Includes information on culture, famous people, recipes and photos.  Encyclopedia of Food and Culture Everything you need to know about food: Preparation, festivals and feasts; cultures and religions. Who eats what, where, and why!  Encyclopedia of Multicultural America Covers specific culture groups in the United States, emphasizing religions, holidays, customs, and languages in addition to providing information on historical background and settlement patterns.  Gale Virtual Reference Library A database of encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.  General Reference Center Gold Magazines, newspaper articles and almanacs by subject or keyword. Find the articles and information you need on almost any topic!  Health & Wellness Resource Center More than 400 health and medical journals and other resources that can link you to major health web sites.  zMy Library DV Downloadable Videos including movies, how to's, cooking, documentaries and literature WEB SITES  American Culinary Federation A professional, not-for-profit organization for chefs and cooks. Use this site to see what the professionals are up to!  American Institute of Wine and Food A non-profit educational organization devoted to improving the appreciation, understanding, and accessibility of food and drink, founded by Julia Child, Robert Mondavi, Richard Graff and others.  American Wine Society Devoted to educating people on all aspects of wine.  Cast Iron Cooking Recipes Recipes from Lodge Cast Iron, the makers of those really heavy camping kettles!  Chili Appreciation Society Their mission is to promote chili and raise money for charity.  Common Threads A site that encourages cultural diversity in children, by introducing them to the cuisines of the world  Cooking.Com Find kitchen appliances, cookware, cutlery, cook's tools, bakeware and tableware.  Epicurious Home Page Recipes and menus for people who love to eat.  Epicurious: The World's Greatest Recipe Collection Recipes and food-related articles from the Epicurious TV show.  FoodTV The Food Network's web site with recipes, a wine review database, forums, and TV program schedules.  International Dutch Oven Society Pull out that Cast Iron, and get cooking!  King Arthur Flour Baking tips, unbelievable recipes, and other cool stuff!  National Cornbread Festival Incredible recipes, and a lot of fun!  PBS Home and Hobbies: Cooking Cooking information from all over!  Spatulatta Cooking just for kids! Great recipes, video demos, and a kids cooking blog!  The Cook's Thesaurus I'm out of baking powder! What should I do? Things you can use instead of (whatever you're missing).  The Food Museum No, they're not really part of the Smithsonian. But they do have incredible information! Click on Exhibits at the top to find out more than you ever knew!  The World's Healthiest Foods The want to show you a healthier way of eating that's enjoyable, affordable, quick and easy to fit your personal needs and lifestyle. LOCAL RESOURCES  CCSN - Hotel Restaurant and Casino Management Department 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. North Las Vegas, NV 89030 (702) 651-4192 Students can receive an associate of applied science degree with an emphasis in the culinary arts.  Creative Cooking School of Las Vegas 7385 West Sahara Las Vegas, NV 89117 (702) 562-3900 Students will learn all the essentials of classic culinary technique as well as receive basic training in ethnic cuisines and advanced recipe development.  UNLV - Department of Food and Beverage 4505 Maryland Parkway PO Box 45601 (702) 895-3230 This department offers an array of food and beverage courses, complete with hands-on laboratory experiences, extensive interaction with leaders in the food and beverage industry, and traditional classroom lectures and demonstrations. NATIONAL RESOURCES  Cooking with Children Information on what your child is ready to cook!  Food Safety and Inspection Service Part of the USDA, what you need to know about safe cooking!  FoodSafety.Gov Safe cooking information from the government  I'm over 50, and cooking! Safe Cooking Tips for Seniors  USDA Nutrient Data Laboratory Everything from measuring equivalents to Food Composition and Nutrition.