Friday, December 3, 2010

Cookbook Giveaway: The Family Dinner by Laurie David with recipes by Kirstin Uhrenholdt

Giveaway


This giveaway is sponsored by the publisher, Hachette Book Group.
There will be 3 winners.
Enter through December 31 at midnight.
U.S. and Canada addresses only.

To enter, simply
follow Joy of Desserts via Blogger/Google Friend Connect,
and leave a comment telling me why you would like
to win this particular cookbook.

Here's what the publisher has written about this cookbook:
"Laurie David's new mission is to help America's overwhelmed families sit down to a Family Dinner, and she provides all the reasons, recipes and fun tools to do so.

"Laurie David speaks from her own experience confronting the challenges of raising two teenage girls. Today's parents have lots to deal with and technology is making their job harder than ever. Research has proven that everything we worry about as parents--from drugs to alcohol, promiscuity, to obesity, academic achievement and just good old nutrition--can all be improved by the simple act of eating and talking together around the table.

"Laurie has written a practical, inspirational, fun (and, of course, green) guide to the most important hour in any parent's day. Chock-full chapters include: Over seventy-five kid approved fantastic recipes; tips on teaching green values; conversation starters; games to play to help even the shyest family member become engaged; ways to express gratitude; the family dinner after divorce (hint: keep eating together) and much more. Filled with moving memories and advice from the country's experts and teachers, this book will get everyone away from electronic screens and back to the dinner table."

Title: The Family Dinner
Author: Laurie David with Recipes by Kirstin Uhrenholdt
Category: COOKING, FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Format: HARDCOVER BOOK
Publisher: Hachette Book Group
Publish Date: 11/3/2010
Price: $29.99/$33.99
ISBN: 9780446565462
Pages: 256
Size: 8-1/4" x 10"

55 comments:

  1. gfc follower giveawayinfo
    I would like to own this cookbook because I want to know what families talk about when they sit down at the dinner table. Plus, this would be a great cookbook to add to my collection.

    atlmuzikfanzinc at gmail dot com

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  2. I would love to win this because I cook family dinner every single day. And it's always nice to get more ideas :-) Now if only it had tips for getting your 4 year old to sit still and eat his food...

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  3. I am a follower by GFC. I want to win this book because I LOVE cookbooks and I need a new one!

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  4. I am already a follower -- and a fan! I'd love to win this book because I always need new ideas to add to my cooking repertoire!

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  5. Count me in! I'm already a follower. We always have family dinners, but I'd love to find some ways to make them more meaningful (and easier, if possible)!

    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  6. I would very much like this book. I am a GFC follower. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.

    dianad8008 AT gmail DOT com

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  7. I'm a follower, and I'd like to win because I feel like we always eat the same things, so I'd love to have some more ideas for meals.

    frankandkatie at gmail dot com

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  8. I follow on GFC. I'd love to win this for two reasons - I love cookbooks, and I'd love to know what Larry David says at the dinner table!

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  9. following via gfc. i would love to win because my little girl and i read recipe books together like novels.
    my email is jozi(at)rogers(dot)com

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  10. New follower. I'd like to win The Family Dinner because it says the recipes are "kid-approved" which usually means even picky eaters will like them.

    mybookviews[at]gmail[dot]com

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  11. I would love to win - author is ex wife of favorite comedian!

    Follow on GFC

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  12. I am following you and would love to have this cookbook
    shopannies@yahoo.com

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  13. I would like to win this cookbook because my mom loves cookbooks and I would give it to her!

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  14. I follow Joy of Desserts via Blogger/Google Friend Connect.

    I would like to win this for my daughter. She is really into cooking/baking at the moment and since she's still pretty young and I am not that great of a cook, I need all the help I can get so she doesn't up a bad cook as well :)

    frugalkelly (AT) hotmail (DOT) com

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  15. I follow - I would love this book because I am always looking for new recipies that my family can try....thanks for the chance to win...

    dan_jody at live.com

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  16. I follow on GFC. I would love to win because I love cookbooks!!!

    littleone AT shaw DOT ca

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  17. I follow on google friend connect and would love to win this because I need more ideas for meals for the whole family.
    jentam777 at gmail dot com

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  18. We tend to be pretty quiet at the dinner table, so I would love to get some ideas on how to liven things up a bit! :)

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  19. Follow blog GFC.
    I would love to win this not only to add a new book to my collection but my daughters are very interested in cooking/baking so this would make them very happy.
    alonso2904@verizon.net

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  20. I would love to win because, Being a cookbook 'lover/collector of recipes', and a naturalist, I really like the fact that this cookbook is green. I love to recycle cookbooks, but miss new editions as well. I am especially interested in the chapter "dinner after divorce". This cookbook would be great for all of us to share and read and of course, cook together from. Recipes and ideas always help after divorce, and really anytime with your kids'!

    Thank you for this giveaway, and the best to you and all for this Seasons Greetings.

    terrymac1a at hotmail dot com

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  21. I would love to win this because I love to cook, and it seems that we, as a society, have lost the ability to just sit around the table enjoying a meal together and enjoying each other! I LOVE books--and I'd share the ideas! Thanks! I've just become a follower through GFC!
    kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

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  22. I'm a follower
    I'd love to win thanks
    ABreading4fun [at] gmail [dot] com

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  23. Follow via GFC
    Would love to add this to my cookbook collection
    cjwallace43 at gmail dot com

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  24. I am a follower
    I am a cookbook collector and find that this is unique to my collection, so I would love to own it!
    Thanks,
    chakasa58 at gmail dot com

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  25. I just found you and WOW!! would I like this cookbook. My granddaughter"Miss Picky" might like picking out something new to eat. Thank you.

    carrotcake55@sbcglobal.net

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  26. I love cookbooks, especially those that give something interesting to read besides the recipes.

    CarolNWong(at)aol(dot)com

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  27. GFC follower!

    I would love to win as my kiddos are at the age to start helping me in the kitchen and this book would help with that!

    heatheranne99 at gmail dot com

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  28. following as msrodeobrat. i would like this because we always need new recipes.. we have picky eaters and quickly tire of the same recipes
    addictedtorodeo at gmail dot com

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  29. I am a follower - I would like to win this cookbook because I love to cook for family and friends, but I am not so good at cooking the correct portions!

    lizwatwood@gmail.com

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  30. I am following via gfc!
    I saw this book at anthropologie the other day, and the recipes look great! I love to cook, and I love to share food with others.

    enleidy at msn dot com

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  31. I follow you on GFC
    retailtherapylounge at gmail dot com
    would love to win this - I am always trying to find new recipes the kids will eat

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  32. I would like to win this cookbook because I am just beginning to learn about cooking (now that I have a family to think about) and I am learning that the best tips and tricks come from cookbooks like this one! I love that it sounds like she includes lots of cooking and parenting advice, and I especially love that there is a green focus!!

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  33. following you on google friend connect-i'd love to win this cookbook because i love to cook and i love trying new recipes and finding new meals to love and make for others and myself

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  34. I would love to win this book because I definately know what it's like to have a busy family.
    girl23rocks@hotmail.com

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  35. Following via GFC. I would like this book for future reference. We are a family that has 3 girls who talk alot. As they get older..I know they won't be as talkative.

    kimben123(@)yahoo(dot)com

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  36. I am a new GFC follower. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.

    dianad8008 AT gmail DOT com

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  37. I would like to win this book because it it very important to instill good eating habits in my kids - and connect at the dinner table. aitmama {{at}} gmail {{tod}} com

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  38. Our Son has decided that he want to be a Chef. After reviewing this cookbook, I can see it would be a great place for him to get started. The recipes are practical and would allow him to develop his talent without having to start with gourmet cooking. I would love to taste what he could do with some of the recipes in this book. Thanks for the great giveaway. I am following you on Google Friend Connect, as requested.

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  39. GFC follower kycouple2000, I'd like this book because I love to make dessert.

    ky2here at msn dot com

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  40. I would like to win this book because I have 2 picky kids to feed and I need all the help I can get!!

    I am a follower

    nancyecdavis AT bellsouth DOT net

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  41. GFC follow *heavensent1* and I would love to win cuz I have 6 kids and they all have different tastes...some are picky, some aren't...this book sounds like I could arrange a meal in which all would enjoy~!! AND...my 2 youngest love to cook and I'm sure this would help them greatly!!!

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  42. i am a follower through gfc. I would love to win this book because I have a lot of church published cookbooks that are regional to my area. I want a cookbook that is not regional and I would love to get new recipes!

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  43. I am a GFC follower and I would like to own this book because I love Larry David so much I can only expect his wife to be as terrific as he is.
    And that should make some family dinner.
    Eileen
    wiseowlreviews@aoldotcom

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  44. I'm following on GFC, and I've read so many great reviews of The Family Dinner. I'd love to add it to my cookbook collection! Thank you.

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  45. I follow via GFC as primrose

    I believe that a meal where everyone sits down together is a must in today's society if at all possible. Here the daily events can be discussed and problems worked out(at least after the meal). I'd love the book.

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  46. I follow your blog. This would be a great book to get some new ideas & to have my 3 & 1/2 help me at times. dramaqueensmum at gmail dot com

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  47. GFC follower: mama needs a nap

    I'd love to have this book because my family has gotten used to eating junk in front of the television at all different Times. We need good food and to sit at the table at least once a day. We have to get healthy!

    krishackney at suddenlink dot net

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  48. I am a follower and I need some new family recipes!

    edgenemmers@gmail.com

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  49. I'd love to get some new family friendly recipes to make everybody want to be at the table!

    jemr2@aol dot com

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  50. I would love to get this book for my wife, as she is desiring to cook more; and creating moments for our family around the table as our lives become increasingly busy.

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  51. I need all the help I can get in the kitchen - people are going to revolt if I make spag. and meatballs one more time! My husband has actually started to cook (hmmm well maybe I have something here - but I still need more recipe help!)

    I follow on GFC

    retailtherapylounge at gmail dot com

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  52. I follow and think dinner time is such a special time to spend with the family so I'd love to see the ideas in this book and how they could add to our family time.

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  53. I am a gfc follower @ erinn sluka. Great book to have as a mom of a toddler and 2 teens! erinnsluka@gmail.com

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  54. I now follow and I would love to win this because I'm always looking for new kid approved recipes.

    appetizerforacraftymind(at)yahoo(dot)com

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