Saturday, April 16, 2011

Gwyneth Paltrow Signs Her Cookbook In New York


Skinny as she is, you can be forgiven for thinking academy award winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow might not be big on the whole "food thing". But you'd be wrong. Dead wrong. Gwynnie is a major foodie - and has in fact just put out a new cookbook celebrating her passion for cooking for loved ones, a passion she says came straight from her daddy Bruce Paltrow.

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And so, with a new book to promote, she's out on the road doing a book signing tour and yesterday found her in The Big Apple. So here are a few candid paparazzi snaps of her at the event looking lovely as always. But... you know... it really seems like she could stand to eat another sandwich or two... kidding. Just kidding.

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"My Father's Daughter" description from 
The Academy-Award winning actress and avid foodie shares a sumptuous collection of recipes and gorgeous photographs celebrating the joy of preparing food for loved ones, a passion she learned from her beloved father.

As an actress, author, trendsetter, creator of goop.com, and host of the popular PBS series, Spain: On the Road Again, Gwyneth Paltrow is an icon of style and good taste around the world. As a young girl eating and cooking with her father, Bruce Paltrow, she developed a passion for food that has shaped how she lives today and strengthened her belief that time with family is a priority. Now in MY FATHER'S DAUGHTER, Paltrow shares her favorite family recipes along with personal stories of growing up with her father, Bruce Paltrow. She discusses how he has influenced her in the food she loves, how she involves her kids in cooking, and how she balances healthy food with homemade treats. And, for the first time, Paltrow offers a glimpse into her life as daughter, mother and wife, sharing her thoughts on the importance of family and togetherness.

Complete with 150 delicious ideas for breakfast, sandwiches and burgers, soups, salads, main dishes, sides, and desserts, this beautifully illustrated book includes full-color photos throughout, many featuring Paltrow at home with her family and friends. MY FATHER'S DAUGHTER is a luscious collection that will inspire readers to cook great food with the people who mean the most to them.