Many of the recipes were favorites of the Rockingham House, Portsmouth, NH; Pavilion Hotel, Wolfborough, NH; McMillan House, North Conway, NH and the Appledore House, Isles of Shoals.

Maria Parloa inspired a generation of chefs with her scientific method of cooking. Originally published in 1880, this book aimed to provide a practical cookbook for Oyoung housekeepersO with author-tested recipes that use easier methods and less expensive ingredients than those in other books."

450 fantastic cookie recipes, from tried-and-true classics to unbeatable brownies to fabulous favorites that span the globe. Enticing color photos of cookies on every spread. Storage instructions are included for every recipe. Prep, Chill, Bake, and Stand times are highlighted for each recipe. Bonus chapters: Our Holiday Best and Quick Candies. Chapter divider pages include feature text. Full-color baking and decorating guide filled with ingredient information, tips, and techniques from the Better Homes and Gardens Test Kitchen.

The recipes that are contained in this 1908 cookbook by Miss Parloa were, for the most part, created specifically for this work.

A gorgeously written intergenerational story of three kids' search for the elusive Fountain of Youth.