Gourmet Confessions of a Supermodel

About the Book

“The World’s Most Beautiful Chef, Divina Noxema Vasilina, presents Gourmet Confessions of a Supermodel” is a humorous, campy treatment of a deliciously serious subject: the art of cooking and entertaining. Presented as a parody of the celebrity, tell-all biography, Miss Divina shares her favorite recipes and tricks of the trade. The way to a man’s heart is, after all, through his stomach. The recipes, however, are no joke. They are simple, delicious preparations with choices appropriate to any occasion. Jean Philippe Laplagne is a former caterer and seasoned home cook who loves to laugh just as much as he loves to cook. Presented in the fictional voice of the world’s most beautiful chef, Miss Divina Noxema Vasilina, Laplagne shares a collection of mouth-watering recipes peppered with hilarious essays by Miss Divina that include valuable tips for both cooking and entertaining. Laplagne combines original, unpretentious recipes with recipes from his childhood that will help both novice and experienced chefs glide through cocktail and meal preparation and cook confidently whether for a casual dinner or a multi-course dinner party. His delectable recipes include Spicy Mexican Pool-Boy Bean Dip, Cattle Call Chicken Gumbo, Señorita Chica-Dee’s Tortilla Seafood Salad, For Whom the Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers Toll, Sexy-Swedish-Model Meatballs with Noodles, Vivacious Italian Veggie Pizza, and Baked Sin-A-Man Apples. At the end of many recipes is a Supermodel Hint that offers helpful tips and humorous advice from Miss Divina’s confidante, Blanche Itche. In this entertaining cookbook, a former caterer and chef shares recipes and gourmet confessions that lead home cooks of all levels on a fascinating journey to create fabulous meals.

About the Author

Jean Philippe (JP) Laplagne has nurtured a love of cooking ever since he was inspired by his mother at an early age. He ran a catering company in Washington, D.C., serving his specialties at private parties and Fortune 500 events. Laplagne has lived in Portland, New York City, Washington, D.C., and San Diego. His hobbies include travel, gardening, reading, photography, and biking. He currently resides in the Pacific Northwest.