And because a woman can not exist on beauty, brains and design alone, good food is a must. With that in mind I thought I would include some of my favorite food reads (and some that are on my to read list). I count this as research should I ever be asked to design a restaurant :

I just started reading:

I mentioned this book to a friend who thought I was depressed (I’m so not).  But these short stories show that eating and dining alone is an art that should be celebrated. Table for one please!

I already read:

I’m always thisclose to packing my bags and moving to Paris. Because of Julia’s book I entertained the idea of taking cooking classes at Le Cordon Bleu.  It was an inspiring quick read on how she discovered the art of fine French cooking

And of course I read:

Amazing and Hilarious!! Turning 30 + frenzy+blog = greatness. I can’t wait for the movie.

On the List:

This book has been on my list for awhile as I listen to Lynn Rosetto Kasper’s show The Splendid Table. It’s such a fantastic show, that I must have this in my collection.

Hello Gorgeous! This book is visually stunning. I first heard about it on a Bon Appetit podcast and since then it’s become another must have for me!

The woman who launched the career of Julia Child also led an uncoventional life. Need I say more?