Robert's Rules of Order have been around since 1876, when Henry Martyn Robert published the first edition of his book, which was then known as the Pocket Manual of Rules of Order for Deliberative Assemblies. The book based its outline on the House of Representatives' meeting procedures and adapted these methods for use in society as a whole. Since these rules debuted, they have become the most commonly adopted parliamentary method in the United States, with approximately 95 percent of all ...

A place with "wild men and wilder women," 1920s Dallas boasted one bar for every one hundred people, and a thirsty Texan could find a drink nearly anywhere. Although home to the Texas Anti-Saloon League, drinks never stopped pouring in Dallas and Fort Worth, fueled by the likes of Jack Ruby, Benny Binion, saloons and dance halls. Homegrown moonshine and bathtub gin yielded specialty recipes that today's barkeeps have honed into tasty concoctions for a contemporary palate. Join Rita Cook as...

In Fort Worth, the past and present exist side by side and spirits walk among the living. Stay the night at Miss Molly's Hotel; the oldest bed-and-breakfast in the city boasts frequent eerie occurrences and unexplained sightings. Nearby, Cattlemen's Fort Worth Steak House features a special like no other, just watch out for flying liquor! From Bonnie and Clyde's old "haunts" to the once notorious Hell's Half Acre, Fort Worth is filled with historic spots rumored to play host to lingering g...

Spirits and specters linger, haunt and taunt locals and strangers alike throughout Bartlesville. Some of the city's hottest tourist spots are host to chilling tales of otherworldly visitors. A fair share of the more than twelve thousand souls buried in White Rose Cemetery refuse to rest in peace. Gentleman diners may be distracted at Frank and Lola's by the chilling shadow of Estelle, a ghostly holdover from the building's brothel legacy. Jake Bartles gave his name to the town, and some sa...

Get to know the true spirit of Dallas with this guide to haunted houses, hotels, museums and more—includes photos!Tales of the strange and supernatural echo through the streets and halls of the Big D. At the Renaissance-inspired Majestic Theater, it is rumored that the curtains are lowered by ghostly hands, and it is said that there is a sadness that lingers at the Sixth Floor Museum—in the room where Oswald aimed at JFK.Travel downtown to the grand Adolphu...

**A BON APPETIT BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • The much-anticipated cookbook from “New York’s Most Perfect Restaurant” (The New Yorker), featuring impossibly flavorful, vegetable-centric Italian dishes, from Fresh Pasta Squares with Fava Pesto to Meyer Lemon Risotto."Via Carota is one of my very favorite restaurants in New York City, and this cookbook perfectly captures its magic: simple, seasonal, organic, local, and profoundly delicious, these are recipes that I want t...

130 recipes plus nutrition and lifestyle advice for eating healthily without wheat, egg or milk. Includes recipes and advice for children with restricted diets.Wheat, milk and eggs are the three most common allergy-causing agents. Millions of people around the world would be healthier without these ingredients in their diets.But wheat, milk and eggs have become such key elements of the western diet and lifestyle that it’s a problem to find straightforward, tasty recipes whi...

The author of Domestic Bliss (of which Elle Decoration said:'Makes home time fun and brings out the happy hostess in even the most diehard career woman') turns her talents to cooking and entertaining. Some may want to spend hours slaving over a stove but Rita believes that you should keep things simple. While you do of course want to serve delicious food (and within these pages readers will find clever ideas for essential dishes no chic cook will want to be without), the way you serve your...

Bush Cooking was compiled for cooking in the wilderness when you want to prepare something other than boerewors and pap every night. The recipes are new, innovative and, above all, easy! All the dishes can be made over the coals or on a comping stove, but they are so tasty that you can use them in your home kitchen or braai too. Includes: * more than 130 new and deliciously easy recipes * around 75 mouthwatering photographs * handy hints and tips * a packing list * low-carb recipes * recip...

Surprise your partner, roommate, or guest by making small-batch meals perfect for two, with your favorite Trader Joe's® products!With Trader Joe's ® being everyone's favorite grocery store, it has also become the ultimate pit stop before date night. With The I Love Trader Joe's Cooking for Two Cookbook, you can whip up the most delicious and easy recipes, and the best part is the serving sizes are enough for two people! This cookbook will ease up the nerve...

Based on decades of practical experience, Rita Greer's husband has been on a wheat-free diet for many years, this reassuring and imaginative book tackles the growing problem of wheat allergy, and provides a guide to the new skills and knowledge that will help people cope easily with their new diet. Not at all "cranky" this book uses common sense and exciting ideas to produce a range of recipes for every meal of the day, all guaranteed to be completely free of wheat and yet including breads...

In una indefinita città di lago, abita Sabrina. Dopo avere lasciato un lavoro fisso, e un passato affettivo complesso, diventa cuoca, per passione, aprendo un piccolo ristorante a casa sua affiancato da un servizio di home cooking, cucinando a casa di chi le prenota il servizio. Dopo avere interrotto la relazione con Sabrina, Riccardo la convince a trasformare il loro lavoro e il loro rapporto, diventando soci e aprire una piccola e moderna osteria....