Introducing my latest book, and check out this "Today" show segment!
I have always wanted to write a book devoted to teaching how to cook, and I am very proud to introduce "Martha Stewart's Cooking School: Lessons for the Home Cook." This book is geared to home cooks everywhere and at any level. You can think of it as a culinary masterclass, with all of the lessons organized by technique. It's filled with 200 original recipes and 500 beautiful and informative photographs.
In "Martha Stewart's Cooking School," we provide advice on the essential cooking tools and equipment, tips on how to select the best ingredients, and step-by-step instructions on the techniques every home cook needs to know in order to produce a variety of recipes. This book is the perfect gift for anyone interested in learning how to cook. It's also a really great way to increase knowledge and confidence for those who wish to be more adept in the kitchen.
Congratulations on the book. How exciting - I am looking forward to getting it. I certainly could do with a cooking class or two. Loved the Today Show segment - you make it look so easy! I love eggs in every way they can possibly be made too! Thanks for posting.
Posted by: Lilly | October 22nd, 2008 at 9:15 pm
I caught you on The Today Show I usually forget to watch but try to catch you when you appear on bi weekly Wednesdays.
Thank you , thank you for announcing the dates of your book signings on your show, it really does help your readers find you. Maybe in your blog later on you will post your own pix of your staff taking pix at these signings, you know from the inside looking out lol!
Thank you also for posting booksinging dates at http://www.marthastewart.com/cookingschool
It is nice when you can let us know a little in advance when you will be making guests appearances and booksignings so we can catch them if we so desire.
I am excited to be seeing you again come November 10th, if all goes well U saw you on the same date in LA two years ago. We requested Tonight Show tickets for the same day, waiting to see if we requested in enough time to get them or not. So we hope to see you there on the 10th.
Last booksigning I went to for you was for The Homekeeping Handbook, I am going to be prepared this time and take a heavy duty tote bag to carry my books around since these books are so big, your cooking school book looks to be almost the same weight. If anyone plans attend a booksigning & buy more then one book please do yourself a favor and bring along a sturdy tote or bag as the book store bags are very flimsy and your hands will tire easily from carrying these babies around, save yourself from backache lol!
I carried around nine books and let me tell you I almost died of book fatigue lol!
Martha you need to take Meridith under your wing and teach her how to appreciate cooking, she needs a LOT of help!!!!!
Pam from California
Posted by: Pam from California | October 22nd, 2008 at 9:52 pm
This looks like a very informative book all around. I think I will put this on my "wish list" for Christmas this year.
Take care
Maureen
Posted by: Maureen | October 23rd, 2008 at 12:51 am
Martha, you are so wise and elegant! I loved this segment and how well you interacted with Matt and Meredith. It was light, fun and absolutely informative. Perhaps it's time to make some eggs Benedict myself!
Thanks for the constant inspiration!
Posted by: Alex | October 23rd, 2008 at 1:18 am
I saw the today show piece thought it was great. I often wonder how you don't look at Meredith and go "Come ON Mer, I'm Martha. Of course I clean up the edges of my eggs." And then roll your eyes. Ordered two copies of the book. One for a give away on my blog. Can't wait to get them both!
Posted by: Cass | October 23rd, 2008 at 1:25 am
I wish there was a DVD (even 2 or 3)or even a mini series on PBS (like Juila) to go along with the Cooking school book!
THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN GREAT!!!
Posted by: Carl | October 23rd, 2008 at 1:28 am
Got my copies of your book and Baked yesterday and I am looking forward to working with them. Will keep the Blushing Hostess blog updated with my progress!
Posted by: Blushing Hostess | October 23rd, 2008 at 2:48 am
Martha, I have been cooking for 50 years and I'm still learning how to cook! My husband will be glad this Christmas, because your book is all I want for Christmas. I hope your book will be in the Barnes and Noble book store.
Congratulations on another successful Book.
Betsy
Posted by: Betsy Mech | October 23rd, 2008 at 3:05 am
Congratulations on your new book! I'm wondering just how many books you've written!
Lovely presentation with Matt and Meredith.
Posted by: Skeeto | October 23rd, 2008 at 3:31 am
I got your book yesterday!! I ordered it a month ago from Barnes and Noble and it was at my front door yesterday!! It will be fun to sit down with a good cup of coffee on a cold winter day and really read it !!!
Posted by: Paula | October 23rd, 2008 at 4:19 am
I'm looking forward to picking up this book! The photos looks so mouth-watering I am sure it will be difficult to decide where to begin.
Posted by: patsyk | October 23rd, 2008 at 4:35 am
Martha, thank you for publishing the book! I can't wait to buy it today! I am a relatively new cook and always looking for new and inventive ways to create my own recipes. Your book will definitely come in handy! I am looking foward to a book signing tour too!!!
Posted by: Lauren | October 23rd, 2008 at 4:54 am
Everyone will want your new book...so a few of my favorite people will be getting this for Christmas. Thanks, Martha...my list just got easier! And, goodness, i'll just have to buy one for myself, too.
Posted by: Sherey | October 23rd, 2008 at 5:19 am
I can't wait to read the new book. My kitchen skills are limited and ever since I started watching your show I think "Maybe there is hope for me!"
I'm entering in the contest daily until it is over at Valpack hoping to win a prize. If nothing else I will have to beg for an early Christmas gift from my family - LOL!
Posted by: Kari | October 23rd, 2008 at 5:44 am
Awesome! I can't wait to pick up the new book, and how cool to see you on the Today Show!!!
Posted by: Cakespy | October 23rd, 2008 at 6:53 am
Martha, I came home from Macy's with you new book, and 2 dutch oven pans, I LOVE all!!! The book has been my bedside reading this week, what a wonderful volume. I think you covered everything, beautiful photos.They make me fat just looking at them!I will be buying 4 copies for my daughters for Christmas,this is a must have for all cooks, old, or new.If they can't have Mom in the kitchen, they can have Martha! Love you cookware, great products!Thanks Martha for all that you do, you've been a part of my life for what? 28+ years.....thanks again!
Posted by: Wendy | October 23rd, 2008 at 7:14 am
I got the book at Williams Sonoma Can't wait for you to sign it!
I wish there was a series or DVD collection to go along as well!
Posted by: Mary | October 23rd, 2008 at 7:35 am
Hi Martha and Laura,
Wow! Another book! Congratulations! Love the Today Show but missed you this morning. However, caught your live interview w/ Angela Spears ch.12 Jax FL. at noon. You were great with your poached eggs!:)
Posted by: Tinay | October 23rd, 2008 at 7:38 am
I LOVE THAT U CHANGED YOUR SHOW TIME.WATCH YOU EVERY DAY.I BOUGHT YOUR NEW COOKIE COOK BOOK MAKING SOME COOKIES EVERY WEEK. THING IS THEY PUT THE PRICE TAG ON THE FRONT OF THE BOOK VERY HARD TO GET OFF.I DONT WANT TO TARE THE COVER. PEOPLE PUT MAGAZINES ON THERE COFFEE TABLE I PUT COOK BOOKS. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE BOOKS YOU HAVE. I HAVE THEM.
Posted by: CHERYL PARKS | October 23rd, 2008 at 7:46 am
TAHNK YOU CHERYL FROM DUNDALK MD.
Posted by: CHERYL PARKS 410-282-4767 | October 23rd, 2008 at 7:49 am
Hi Martha, What fantastic photos of your latest "Today Show" appearance. It was really great to see you on the show again. Your latest book sure looks like another winner. Waiting to see how long it will be on the best sellers list. What a great subject for your latest tome. Like so many others, I am so glad to learn new things about cooking, especially from you. Thanks again for all you do for us. Jan
Posted by: Jan Erickson | October 23rd, 2008 at 7:51 am
...another cause for celebration, Martha! (yet another milestone!) I, for one, will be getting your book. I hinted last nite that Christmas and my birthday are coming. [giggle]
If you remember as you've read my posts, I haven't been particularly fond of cooking (but I passed your cooking/kitchen quiz with 100%! [does that redeem me any?!!] [grin]) I have learned so much through watching your previous cooking show on the Food Network along with other chefs, and of course, through your current show. In getting back into cooking recently, I've found that I'll need a particular kitchen tool for something that'll do the job just right (one of which I don't have). Recognizing that need is a result of watching your show, day-in and day-out (so your teaching IS effective, and I'm learning!) I AM pleased that I'm finding I enjoy cooking now, especially if I have time! (My mother always wished I'd "develop" in this area).
I feel that I have other areas of the home mastered, and with a concerted effort on my part, and the use of your new handbook, hopefully my practice WILL make perfect!
Much love, and m-a-n-y blessings!
=^..^=
Posted by: Cindy Bricker | October 23rd, 2008 at 8:37 am
This will make the perfect Christmas gift for my teenage daughters!
Posted by: Melissa | October 23rd, 2008 at 8:43 am
Fabulous yellow sweater, Martha!
Posted by: Janet | October 23rd, 2008 at 8:47 am
Congratulations on what looks to be a must-have book for anyone and not just the beginner cook. My wish is that you put south Florida on your tour schedule but if not, I will trot over to the book store and buy it anyway. You seem to be having lots of fun with the folks who came out to see you! I think this is going to be a great seller. Trish
Posted by: Trish | October 23rd, 2008 at 9:08 am
Yay! I can't wait!
Posted by: Catherine at Design Editor | October 23rd, 2008 at 10:21 am
Dear Martha, Congratulations on your new book and
congratulations on another success.
You look so elegant as always.
God Bless
Rowaida Flayhan
Posted by: Rowaida Flayhan | October 24th, 2008 at 12:19 am
Dear Martha,
Congratulations on your new book. The photo you took on the "Today" show is very pretty.
Can't wait to purchase your new book.
(It should help me with my cooking, so that
nobody runs away, when they hear I am cooking.)
Take care.
Have a pleasant day.
Sincerely,
Jeannie
Posted by: Jean Kuehl | October 24th, 2008 at 9:20 am
OMG! Martha!
All my soap money goes to buying your books. I have to now more than ever because I do not get your tv show here in Denver anymore!!!
Posted by: Nazarina Andrychow | October 24th, 2008 at 9:31 am
Martha,
I can't wait to pick up a copy of your book. I just finished watching your interview with Thomas Friedman and I plan on adding his book along with yours to my wish list. My only other comment would be~~please encourage your viewers to support their local bookstores. I know Amazon and Barnes & Noble are convenient but our local economies depend on us to keep afloat!
Posted by: Nancy | October 24th, 2008 at 2:18 pm
Hello Martha!
You are certainly a wonderful inspiration! I love the way you are encouraging green living and saving in economical ways. This being said, I would like to keep wallpaper that I have in my powder room and because it's getting old, the corners are curling...can I use modge podge over them to paste them back down? I also put a wallpaper wallscape over the back side of the guest room door to hide some holes left by a mirror instead of replacing the door. It is peeling a bit, got any ideas?
Thanks and keep up the great work of teaching America all the wonderful things you teach!
Janet Tunget
Darien, IL
Posted by: Janet Tunget | October 24th, 2008 at 2:49 pm
Hey -
Huge fan, I was late for work so I could watch you on this segment and I ended up missing some how anyway...O well.
Anyway, I was wondering if you have been watching Top Design on Bravo. Eddie, who works on your magazine, is doing pretty well. Just curious if you are following. Can you have a blog post with a bunch of photos of projects that he was involved in? I think that would be fun.
best-kristina
Posted by: Kristina | October 25th, 2008 at 3:47 pm
Hi Martha, I am one of your biggest fans "Down-under" - Australia, your web site is great if I need a recipe I just logged on. It is very user friendly. I have also gained a lot of inspiration for Decorating my home from your inate sense of style. Please come and visit us one day soon.
Posted by: Bronwyn Lee-Coward | October 25th, 2008 at 10:22 pm
I am so excited about your new book and can't wait to get my hands on it. In my have every book Martha wrote including two copies of "Entertaining", (I wore the first one out)collection, there is not one signed copy. I must work on that!
I hope you have a nothing but Halloween ideas book in the works. This year the ideas were great and I am so scared I might have missed one.
Posted by: Marj Hopwood | October 26th, 2008 at 2:51 pm
Martha,
Congratulations on another stellar breakthrough book! I got my copy already! (birthday present!!) As always so imformative, great photographs. I have every single copy of all your cookbooks, magazines and special issues!
I've learned so much and yes, I did your online quiz and scored 100%!! Anytime anyone has a cooking, gardening, cleaning question they point to me and say...go ask Martha! I consider that I huge compliment!
You GO GIRL!
Congrats and many, many blessings to come. I can't wait for the new Entertaining book!
Paula
Posted by: Paula M. :) | October 27th, 2008 at 6:09 am
Congratulations on another fabulous cooking referance manual. As soon as it was on the shelves, I bought it. I especially enjoy the photos which are a great source of instruction. I'm a full time nursing student and this book is better written than most of my text books and less expensive.
Thank you for writing this wonderful cooking manual and sharing your knowledge with the masses.
Posted by: Cathy Macco | October 29th, 2008 at 3:32 am
Martha,
Can not wait to go through the entire book, I am always looking for ways to update my cooking skills. My family and friends have enjoyed many of the recipies in the everyday Food cook book.
I met you today at the Borders book signing in Birmingham, MI. You looked great!! I loved the shade of lipstick you were wearing.
We used the pumpkin carving kit on Sunday. It was so great to have all the tools in one kit! We also decided to make the Halloween crackers from the October issue on Friday at my son's Halloween party.
Enjoy Halloween,
Leslie
Posted by: Leslie Lambert | October 29th, 2008 at 10:24 am
Dear Martha,
I was one of the fortunate ones to see you at your booksigning in Birmingham, Michigan at Border's Bookstore. I am looking forward to reading your wonderful new book "Cooking School" page by page. We live part-time in Michigan and part-time in Temecula near San Diego where we have over 50 fruit trees, figs, tangerines, lemons, grapefruits, quava, mulberry,pomegrantes, apples, apricots, peaches, plums, plumcots along with grapes all in an area 110'x70'. It can be done! How about a cookbook with fruit off the trees. Bonnie DiAngelo, Beverly Hills, MI-Temecula, CA
Posted by: Bonnie DiAngelo | October 30th, 2008 at 4:46 pm
Dear Martha,
Your generous donation of your new book "Cooking School" was a hit at our Chinese auction in Oct. for the Pennsylvania Mt. Laurel Society of Decorative Painters......I used to teach cooking to my students in the Milton Area School District, Milton, Pa. I am now retired, but still love to cook. I just wish I had had this when I was teaching. It is a wonderful book!
Posted by: Mary | November 10th, 2008 at 3:20 pm