Eating Paleo doesn't mean that your life has yield to your diet at every turn. Friends, events, and gatherings pose challenges. With this book you can drink and eat in any social setting without having to feel excluded. Paleo Happy Hour will show you how to stay Paleo in situations that are beyond your control: what to eat and drink at bars and restaurants, how to attend parties thrown by non-Paleo hosts, and how to moderate your eating and drinking at these events to stay on track. Besides learning how to navigate the world beyond your home, this book includes tons of resources for bringing the party to you—with more than 100 recipes! There are appetizers ranging from Jalapeno Bacon Poppers and Smoked Salmon Bites with Lemon-Dill Aioli to elegant small plates like Tuna Tartare Towers and Lamb Lollipops with Apricot-Balsamic Glaze. Explore classic pub grub recipes like Chicken Fingers with Honey Mustard Sauce and Orange-Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Wings, along with brunch favorites such as Herbed Biscuits with Bacon Jam. For your sweet tooth there are decadent desserts like Cookie Dough Bonbons and Pecan Pie Bars. Discover 20+ sauces, dips, and spreads that will complement any dish. And of course the book includes plenty of drinks, from classics margaritas and martinis to fruit-filled sangrias. Finally, Kelly has pulled together 10 themed party menus that include perfectly paired appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drinks. Each menu has a preparation timeline to make hosting a breeze. Learn how to make more than 100 DELICIOUS appetizers, small plates, pub grub, and dessert recipes. Get over 20 Paleo-Friendly alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink recipes. Find Tips for drinking and entertaining with weight loss and health in mind. Explore 10 ready-to-make Party menus that perfectly pair appetizers, entrees, drinks, and desserts!

In “Paleo Happy Hour: The Paleo Approach to Small Plates, Appetizers, and Drinks with Friends,” you're about to discover how to become the ultimate social butterfly without deviating from your commitment to health. That's right ladies and gents, you CAN enjoy a busy and satisfying social life – Paleo Style! Let's face it, nobody likes to be the wet blanket who always says no to social gatherings or even worse “That Guy” who stands at the party acting as a conveyor belt for everyone else's snacks without ever sampling any themselves. At the end of a long, busy and stressful week, we all want to let our hair down a bit, have a meal out with friends and maybe even indulge in a libation or two, but when you decided to follow the Paleo way, you thought those days were gone for good. Well they don't have to be! I'm here to show you that you can still enjoy nights out, parties, and yes, even the occasional drink (we'll explain that inside) without fear that you are doing irreparable harm to your body or undoing all the good you have done since you've been on Paleo. This book is your ultimate happy hour guide! From appetizers, to small plates, pub grub, sides, sweet treats and even a few drinks – this book has it all! So dust off your dancing shoes – its party time people! Here Is a Preview of What You'll Learn... How to rev up your social life, so you can actually go out with friends and not be stuck with another bland chicken breast with a side of broccoli and a glass of water How to enjoy happy hour guilt free, you don't have to be a teetotaler the rest of your life if you don't want to and we explain the hows and whys How to cater for any social gathering Paleo style, and your friends won't even realize what they are eating is “diet food” With appetizers like Mushroom Bites and Chargrilled Calamari Super sides like Onion Rings, Jalapeno Poppers, and Crispy Golden Plantains For Small Plates Tapas-Style why not try Fruity Fish Ceviche with Spiced Carrot Chips, or Mini Quiche Bites What about some Pub Grub Favorites like Meaty Somosas or Boneless BBQ Riblets And what person with a sweet tooth could turn down Caramel Salted Ice Cream!?! In addition to all of the recipes, we share how and what to order when you are out, so you can enjoy the fun, have good flavors, and not be stressed about your “diet” And finally some great recipes for Paleo Friendly “Adult Beverages” like a Ruby Skye Cocktail, Spicy Mimosas, or Minty Mojitos And much more!

Even though we know full well that most restaurant foods are made using ingredients laden with chemicals and additives, most of us can’t seem to shake the desire for even just a taste. Not to mention that nothing is easier than picking up takeout, hitting the drive-thru, or ordering delivery—but at what cost? Paleo Takeout: Restaurant Favorites Without the Junk delivers much healthier but equally satisfying alternatives, offering delectable recipes that mimic the flavors of our drive-thru and delivery favorites—Paleo style! Russ Crandall teaches you step-by-step how to prepare meals in less than an hour—leaving no sacrifice of taste or time. Our modern lives are hectic: We all face the challenge of creating meals at home that are as quick and flavorful as those from our neighborhood takeout restaurants. It’s hard to beat the convenience of restaurant food, even when we know full well that it’s seldom a healthy choice. In Paleo Takeout: Restaurant Favorites Without the Junk, celebrated author Russ Crandall re-creates everyone’s favorite takeout meals, made in record time using wholesome ingredients, giving you all of the gratification and none of the regret! Inspired by beloved restaurant experiences, Paleo Takeout features more than 200 recipes expertly culled from Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Indian, Italian, Mexican, Greek, and American cuisines. Inside, you’ll find everything from Chow Mein to Moo Shu Pork, and Thai Red Curry to Buffalo Wings, all with a focus of “fridge to face” in less than an hour. Also featured is an indispensible meal-planning guide to help you put everything together for a doable, lasting approach to cooking and health. Paleo Takeout: Restaurant Favorites Without the Junk proves that eating right in a way that satisfies even the choosiest of healthy eaters is not only possible but also a lot of fun

The popular paleo diet involves eating more leafy greens, fruits, meats, and fish, while eschewing processed foods and dairy. Sounds healthy, right? And strict! Popular blogger Irena Macri follows the diet 80 percent of the time, allowing room for the occasional dessert or drink. The result? She looks and feels great, but not deprived. More than 100 recipes, beautiful photographs of colorful creative dishes, and can-do messages from Irena make Eat, Drink, Paleo Cookbook a book that appeals to cooks who want to embrace a healthier diet . . . most of the time.

Drink to your health with fresh herbs, spices, and natural sweeteners. In Clean Cocktails, holistic health coaches Beth Ritter Nydick and Tara Roscioli bring a clean-living mindset to craft mixology.Their recipes use nothing but naturally low-calorie spirits; fresh juices loaded with vitamins; gentle sweeteners like honey and maple syrup; and anti-inflammatory spices like cinnamon, cayenne, and turmeric—the perfect alternative to drinks that are typically loaded with refined sugars, artificial flavors, and dyes. Much more than a compendium of cocktails, this book provides recipes for “clean” syrups and bitters so readers can easily build their own delicious drinks. Nydick and Roscioli also highlight ingredients with health benefits, such as ginger (better digestion),cilantro (good for detox), and even vodka (metabolism booster,thanks very much). Many of the recipes offer pitcher-sized variations and feature innovative mixers like kombucha and iced tea.

Now you can have your cake and be paleo, too! The Paleolithic diet and lifestyle -- based on eating hunter/gatherer foods for optimal health -- has surged in popularity, but with grains, dairy, and refined sugars off the menu, indulging isn't easy. Paleo Desserts is the first comprehensive cookbook of its kind: everyone's favorite desserts now made Paleo friendly, lower carb, and gluten free. Providing 125 mouthwatering, easy-to-follow recipes from brownies to milkshakes, Jane Barthelemy serves up treats to satiate even the biggest caveman sweet tooth. Recipes include Raspberry Crumble Bars, Tiramisu, Black Forest Cherry Pie, Lemon-Berry Parfait, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Whipped Coconut Crè, and more. Paleo Desserts includes a color-photo insert and ingredient lists for simplified shopping.

A New York Times cookbook best-seller. Nom Nom Paleo is a visual feast, crackling with humor and packed with stunningly photographed step-by-step recipes free of gluten, soy, and added sugar. Designed to inspire the whole family to chow down on healthy, home-cooked meals, this cookbook compiles over 100 foolproof paleo recipes that demonstrate how fun and flavorful cooking with wholesome ingredients can be. And did we mention the cartoons? Nom Nom Paleo kicks off with a fresh introduction to Paleo eating, taking readers on a guided tour of author Michelle Tam's real-food strategies for stocking the kitchen, saving time, and maximizing flavors while maintaining a Paleo lifestyle. Also, sprinkled throughout the book are enlightening features on feeding kids, packing nutritious lunches, boosting umami, and much more. The heart of this book are Michelle's award-winning primal Paleo recipes, 50 percent of which are brand-new --- even to diehard fans who own her bestselling iPad cookbook app. Readers can start by marrying their favorite ingredients with building blocks like Sriracha Mayonnaise, Louisiana Remoulade, and the infamous Magic Mushroom Powder. These basic recipes lay the foundation for many of the fabulous delights in the rest of the book including Eggplant "Ricotta" Stacks, Crab Louie, and Devils on Horseback. There's something for everyone in this cookbook, from small bites like Apple Chips and Kabalagala (Ugandan plantain fritters) to family-sized platters of Coconut Pineapple "Rice" and Siu Yoke (crispy roast pork belly). Crave exotic spices? You won't be able to resist the fragrant aromas of Fast Pho or Mulligatawny Soup. In the mood for down-home comforts? Make some Yankee Pot Roast or Chicken Nuggets drizzled with Lemon Honey Sauce. When a quick weeknight meal is in order, Nom Nom Paleo can show you how to make Crispy Smashed Chicken or Whole-Roasted Branzini in less than 30 minutes. And for a cold treat on a hot day, nothing beats Paleo-diet-friendly Mocha Popsicles or a two-minute Strawberry Banana Ice Cream. Eating healthy doesn't mean sacrificing flavor. This book gives you "Paleo with personality," and will make you excited to play in the kitchen again.