See you in London on September 13
I am very excited to announce a book event in London on Wednesday, September 13. I hope to see many of my UK friends and those who may be visiting at that time. I'll be sure to post details later. [...]
Hostile Takeover: A Love Story wins Independent Press Award®
May 3, 2017— The INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD recognized Hostile Takeover: A Love Story as the winner in the Romance category. The competition is judged by experts from all aspects of the book industry, including publishers, writers, editors, book cover designers and [...]
Gluten-Free Carrot Cake
I used Jamie Oliver's recipe, and it was delicious, perhaps a bit lighter than typical carrot cakes. Ingredients unsalted butter, for greasing 225 g gluten-free self-raising flour , plus extra for dusting 2 large free-range eggs 125 g soft brown [...]
Three Book Launch Events Added!
I am very excited to announce three events to launch my new book, Love Reconsidered. The first one, in my hometown of Milwaukee, will be on the day the book is published, August 8. Here's the schedule so far: Tuesday, [...]
Making Baguettes – A Challenging Bake
Freshly made baguettes are fantastic, a real treat, but one of the hardest breads to make. I started making sourdough baguettes from scratch once I created my own sourdough and starting baking breads. I didn't attempt to make them until [...]
Orange Chicken with Stir Fried Vegetables and Jasmine Rice
Some of the online reviews of this recipe said it tasted like a dish served in a restaurant. I've made some changes that I hope have enhanced it. The orange sauce is so delicious and is tangy and sweet at [...]
Be Your Own Voice Podcast
I really enjoyed talking with Lisa Vogt for this EverBetterU podcast. Hope you enjoy it. http://www.everbetteru.com/podcasts/064-phyllis-piano-voice/
Hostile Takeover: A Love Story Gold Winner In IBPA Awards
That's me with the award and my book with the Gold Seal at the 30th Annual Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) Benjamin Franklin Awards, April 7, 2017, in Portland Oregon. The IBPA Benjamin Franklin awards include more than fifty categories [...]
Roasted Red Potatoes with Garlic, Onions and Rosemary
This potatoes are so simple to make and smell wonderful when they are baking. Adapted from Ina Garten Ingredients 4 servings 16 or so small red potatoes, cut into quarters 1 medium onion, cut in fairly large pieces 1/4 cup [...]
Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Cheese, Asparagus and Ham
A very tasty dish, like something you'd get at a restaurant. I served it with roasted potatoes with garlic, onions and fresh rosemary. (FYI, I did remove the toothpicks before I started eating!) Adapted from Allrecipes Ingredients 4 servings 1/2 [...]
Hostile Takeover: A Love Story named Finalist in Benjamin Franklin IBPA Awards
Really excited that my first novel, Hostile Takeover: A Love Story is a finalist in the Romance category of the Benjamin Franklin Independent Book Publishers Association Awards. The awards will be announced on April 7, 2017. Stay tuned! https://ibpa-online.site-ym.com/news/335541/29th-Annual-IBPA-Benjamin-Franklin-Award-Finalists.htm#rom
Risotto with Mushrooms and Garlicky Spinach
I have been tinkering with a mushroom risotto recipe for some time; I think I found my favorite by altering the champagne risotto recipe and adding spinach to the mix. Was really good! Two Servings - Adapted from Giada De [...]
Crispy Baked Eggplant with Florentine Meatballs
Made the baked eggplant with florentine meatballs for dinner last night. Added a side of pasta and my homemade parmesan crisps. Florentine Meatballs (Makes 12 meatballs) Adapted from Rachel Ray Ingredients 1 bag fresh baby spinach 1 pound (1 package) [...]
Pan-Roasted Cauliflower with Rosemary, Garlic and Parsley
I found this recipe on the web and adapted it. Wish I could remember who to give credit to, as this is a tasty dish! I love cauliflower when it is browned like this. I threw the almonds and cilantro [...]
Inspiring Women at Stimulating Book Club Event
Thanks to the many fabulous women who attended the Book Club meeting and dinner Friday night in Newbury Park, California, hosted by Leah. It was such a joy to discuss our lives and love of books at the home of [...]