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The “It’s a Wonderful Life” cookbook returns
A cookbook from the Christmas movie classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” has been revamped and reissued. The cookbook “It’s a Wonderful Life by Zuzu Bailey” is by authors Karolyn Grimes and Franklin Dohanyos.
Grimes played young Zuzu Bailey in the 1946 Christmas movie classic, and Dohanyos is a longtime Detroit subway publicist. The book was released in 1996 to celebrate the film’s 50th anniversary. This new version celebrates the 75th anniversary of the film and the 25th anniversary of the first book.
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The book features family recipes from Grimes, Dohanyos, and some of the film’s cast. The recipes, over 200, from main courses to desserts, are inspired by life in the fictional town of Bedford Falls. There’s Zuzu, My Little Ginger Snap Cookies, Violet Bick’s Spicy Chicken, Henry Potter Pot Pie, Fifty Cents on the Dollar Chuck Roast, Harry Bailey’s Hero Sandwich, Buffalo Gals Beef Stew and more. Also included are interviews of people from the film, anecdotes, stories and new photos.
The book costs $ 22.95 and is available at Walmart, Target and Barnes & Noble or at kennsingtonbooks.com.
Fall for the pumpkin and spice shortbread
Just in time for fall, family-owned Ackroyd’s Scottish Bakery released their annual small batch of pumpkin and spice shortbread cookies. The famous Redford bakery combines the flavors of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves with its buttery shortbread.
Ackroyd’s has been offering the spiced pumpkin version of its artisan shortbread for over a decade. A pack of eight cookies costs $ 15. You can order online at ackroydsbakery.com.
Beer event benefits Belle Isle Boathouse
The fourth annual Boathouse Beer, Wine & Cocktail Fest fundraiser will take place on Saturday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Belle Isle Boat House on East Picnic Way in Belle Isle. The indoor-outdoor event takes place rain or shine. The afternoon offers a tasting of beers, wines and cocktails. You can explore the boathouse and all of its grand architecture and enjoy live music under the band’s historic hull.
The proceeds from the event will be used to restore the boathouse. The catering is run by Friends of Detroit Rowing. Food will be available for purchase at several food trucks.
VIP tickets cost $ 75 and allow express entry and tasting from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The VIP ticket includes 15 sample tickets, a commemorative drink and a souvenir photo. General admission at 3 p.m. is $ 60 and includes 10 sample tickets. Live entertainment is by Mark Reitenga & Friends. The outfit is casual to fall chic. The event is open to people 21 and over.
For information and tickets: Boathousebeerfest.com.
Explore the bars of Detroit by bike
The sixth annual bar and brewery bike tour starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
Grab your bike and ride to visit some of Detroit’s most interesting bars, waterers, and breweries. The tour takes cyclists through some historic neighborhoods, where they can learn about local history through urban stories and legends. Tickets cost $ 65 through Friday and $ 70 on Saturday.
Tickets include the fully marked route and map, a self-guided or guided tour option, limited beer samples at bar stops, and beer and lunch specials along the way. There is an after-party with pizza, and riders receive entry to the Boat Club Beer Festival. Food from on-site catering trucks will be available for purchase as well as for sampling. For tickets and information: gearsandbeers.com.
Contact Detroit Free Press Culinary Editor Sue Selasky and send food and restaurant news to: 313-222-6872 or [email protected]. Follow @SusanMariecooks on Twitter.
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