Occasions to Savor: Our Meals, Menus, & Remembrances

This cookbook looks expensive only until you see it. Be assured that it is well worth every penny! It is gorgeous, with full-color photographs, and large, clear print. There are stories and acknowledgements from famous African Americans (e.g., Camille Cosby) and Delta members. The recipes are all tried-and-true, and most are prefaced by the contributors' comments about why it is so special. Everything I've tried to date has been sensational -- the best of its kind I've ever tasted. This has the advantages of a top-of-the-line community cookbook, but with gorgeous presentation, well-perfected recipes, etc. You won't be sorry you bought it or gave it as a gift. (And you most definitely don't have to be African American to appreciate this ... I'm not. This will appeal to anyone with taste buds.)

I love this book. I purchased it in 2004 at our National Convention in Las Vegas. The recipes are priceless and delicious. You don'thave to be a Delta to enjoy it. But I would like to thank my sorors for this wonderful creation. The recipes are fantastic. Love Soror Kameelah Brown Omicron Delta Chapter Spr. 98 Miami Alumnae Chapter

Although you do not have to be to appreciate this wonderful cookbook, I am a Delta. Sorors, if for no other reason than to own a new and glorious piece of sorority history, you have to add this book to your collection. The book is beautifully done and will make you proud. The fact that it is also filled with great recipes contributed by sorors across the nation is the gravy on top and the reason that this book makes an excellent addition to any cook's library (Delta or not). 5 Stars

You don't have to be a Delta to love this book. (I'm not even Black.) It is a gorgeous book, very warmly written, and filled with treasured recipes, most of which are prefaced by the contributor's description of why it is so special. Unlike community cookbooks, each recipe is both clear and complete. It seems expensive only until you've seen it. It is a sensational cookbook, and will quickly become one of the loveliest (if not THE most wonderful) in your collection. You can't help but love it.

This book is simply wonderful. Even if you are not a Delta, it doesn't matter. Cooking is universal and this book is a must have. It will become a family treasure. Each meal is crafted in a manner that is easy to follow. I'm not a true cook, but I am ready to learn. This book makes you want to cook. Occasions to Savor made its debut, in July, at the National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. It took the convention by storm and inspired many to try new recipes and to add onto the ones already used. I was one of those present who was inspired on that hot day. There were samples of the recipes available at the event and the results were outstanding. If you're ready to "kick it up a notch", this book is for you.