Goodfellas star Paul Sorvino
and Emmy-award winner Dee Dee Sorvino PEN LAUNCHED
their FIRST ITALIAN
cookbook IN WEST HOLLYWOOD
West Hollywood, CA
The cookbook "Pinot,
Pasta, and Parties"
will inspire everyone to make every day a special occasion said Paul Sorvino and Dee Dee last Sunday, April 30th at Dr. Eric Fugier's residence in West Hollywood. "The best way to celebrate or try to solve the world’s problems
is with a good glass of wine and a bountiful meal".
Among guests attending were Erin Murphy, Teresa Ganzel, Lee Purcell, Jayne Kennedy and Eddie Money.
When Paul and Dee Dee Sorvino are not in front of the camera, they are most likely to be found in the kitchen. Their love of food and entertaining skills are legendary among their circle of friends and colleagues. Paul, a master in the kitchen, turns out sumptuous Italian feasts, and Dee Dee is the chief of style, menus, and fun cocktails. “Planning a party, whether it's a romantic evening for the two of us, dinner party with close friends, or a buffet for a bigger crowd - gets us going,” said Dee Dee.
In
response to their guests’ endless requests for their recipes, the couple
decided to write their first cookbook, PINOT,
PASTA, AND PARTIES (Center Street/Hachette; ISBN 978-1-4555-9689-8; April 18, 2017; $30). “We wanted
to share our recipes, experiences, and a glimpse into our happy life together,”
they write in the foreword. “Each chapter focuses on an aspect of our lives
that make us who we are together, the chapters tell our story.”
When Paul and Dee Dee Sorvino are not in front of the camera, they are most likely to be found in the kitchen. Their love of food and entertaining skills are legendary among their circle of friends and colleagues. Paul, a master in the kitchen, turns out sumptuous Italian feasts, and Dee Dee is the chief of style, menus, and fun cocktails. “Planning a party, whether it's a romantic evening for the two of us, dinner party with close friends, or a buffet for a bigger crowd - gets us going,” said Dee Dee.
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| (Center) Dee Dee and Paul Sorvino and Eddie Money at cookbook launch |
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| Italian meatballs with Sorvino's Marinara sauce |
Each
of the ten chapters in the book contains a menu inspired by a theme then kicked
off with a signature cocktail, tempting appetizers, mouthwatering main dishes,
and decadent desserts.
The book combine Paul’s Italian-American roots with Dee Dee’s Scottish-Irish ancestry and toss it with the places they have lived and traveled – New York City, Kentucky, Los Angeles, and Italy, and you get a truly eclectic collection of recipes that home cooks will turn to repeatedly. Starting with the basics, they cover all the Italian basics from meatballs to marinara. (stroll down for recipe of Marinara Sauce).
The book combine Paul’s Italian-American roots with Dee Dee’s Scottish-Irish ancestry and toss it with the places they have lived and traveled – New York City, Kentucky, Los Angeles, and Italy, and you get a truly eclectic collection of recipes that home cooks will turn to repeatedly. Starting with the basics, they cover all the Italian basics from meatballs to marinara. (stroll down for recipe of Marinara Sauce).
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| Shrimp brochette |
The “We Love NY” chapter pays homage to Italian festival street food
which would not be complete without the recipes for a Sausage Hero and Eggs in
Purgatory.
In the “La La Land” chapter, the focus is on wholesome and light foods such as Swordfish with Olives; Pear, Watercress, and Gorgonzola Salad; and Orange Polenta Cupcakes. “Sing for Your Supper” is the ultimate menu for an elegant dinner party complete with classics like Veal Piccata and Linguini con Vongoli.
You cannot have a Sorvino cookbook without a influence to Goodfellas! The feast fit for a mafia boss features: Lasagna Mama, Porchetta, and Zabaglione with Fresh Berries.
Paul Sorvino's Marinara Sauce from the Food Network Specials (episode TV Guide Celebrity Dish):
Ingredients 4 servings
Directions
In the “La La Land” chapter, the focus is on wholesome and light foods such as Swordfish with Olives; Pear, Watercress, and Gorgonzola Salad; and Orange Polenta Cupcakes. “Sing for Your Supper” is the ultimate menu for an elegant dinner party complete with classics like Veal Piccata and Linguini con Vongoli.
You cannot have a Sorvino cookbook without a influence to Goodfellas! The feast fit for a mafia boss features: Lasagna Mama, Porchetta, and Zabaglione with Fresh Berries.
Paul Sorvino's Marinara Sauce from the Food Network Specials (episode TV Guide Celebrity Dish):
Heat olive oil in frying pan. While oil heats up, chop
garlic and add to oil. Fry garlic until golden brown (color of toast).
Set aside. Drain peeled Italian tomatoes and mash into a thick puree.
Pour into the frying pan and add bay leaves, fresh basil, sea salt and
fresh pepper. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes on medium flame. In a large pot
boil water and add pasta. Cook for 12 minutes. Drain pasta and return it
to the pot. Add 1 scoop of sauce and mix. Serve pasta in separate bowls
and add marinara sauce to each serving.
(Recipe courtesy of Paul Sorvino)
PAUL SORVINO has appeared in nearly 200 films, a variety of
television shows, and Broadway productions.He is best known for his portrayal of
tough guys, he portrayed Paul Cicero in Goodfellas, police chief Capt. Edelson in Cruising, and Detective Phil
Cerrato on Law and Order. DEE
DEE SORVINO is an Emmy Award winning television host and radio personality.
She has appeared on Fox News Channel, Fox Business Channel andCBS Morning News.
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| Myself with Paul Sorvino and Dee Dee at PINOT, PASTA & PARTIES booksigning |
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