Kid Chef Eliana Cooks and Signs Books at Barnes & Noble, Metairie, LA – Saturday, December 10, 2011

12-10-11 Kid Chef Eliana demonstrates 2X2 Chicken Fajita Soup from her cookbook

Hey Young Chefs!

This past Saturday, I had a cooking demonstration and book signing at Barnes & Noble in Metairie, Louisiana. I demonstrated by 2X2 Chicken Fajita Soup from my cookbook, Eliana Cooks! Recipes for Creative Kids.

12-10-11 Kid Chef Eliana pours cumin into her soup

When I served my soup, everyone said it tasted “delicioso!” Some people even lined up for seconds and thirds! Even kids who are normally picky, loved it! I met a sweet 15 year old girl named Savannah. She bought my cookbook and said that she is going to try several of my recipes. Yay, Savannah!

12-10-11 Kid Chef Eliana takes a picture with fan, Savannah

This recipe is called 2X2 Chicken Fajita Soup because the amounts of each ingredient equals 2. For example, 2 cups, 2 tablespoons, 2 cans, etc. It’s a super simple recipe that takes 20 minutes to cook. It’s great for kids and college kids, and perfect as a weeknight meal for busy moms. Here is the recipe:

2X2 Chicken Fajita Soup

Ingredients
2 qts. water
2 pkts. taco seasoning
2 cans corn, drained
2 cans sliced new potatoes, drained
2 c. Fajita, Southwest or Mesquite chicken strips
2 tbsp. cumin
2 tbsp. garlic salt
2 cups fresh salsa (I like to use my “Fresh from the Garden Salsa” recipe)

Directions
Combine all ingredients in a large sauce pot over medium heat. Cook for 20 minutes. Optional: Top with cheese and serve with tortilla chips. Serves 8 to 12.

Cool kids Cook and Get Creative in the Kitchen!
Bon Appetit, Kid Chef Eliana

Cherry Books Cooking Demonstration – Saturday, July 9, 2011

7-9-11 I sing my song to the audience

Hey Young Chefs!

Yesterday I had a cooking demonstration and book signing at Cherry Books in Thibodeaux, LA. Before I start the demo, I sing my song “Cool Kids Cook” to the audience.

Then I cut the tomatoes.

7-9-11 I cut the tomatoes for my salsa

After I added more ingredients to the Ninja, I poured in the salt.

7-9-11 I pour salt into the blender

Next, I served “Fresh from the Garden Salsa” to everybody. They ate ALL of the salsa. I’m glad they liked it!

Finally, I signed my cookbooks. I took take a picture with two of my fans.

7-9-11 My two fans take a picture with me.

I had an awesome time at Cherry Books! Everyone was so nice.

Cool Kids Cook and Go to Cherry Books!

Bon Appetit, Kid Chef Eliana

Book Signing: Kid Chef Eliana signs at Barnes & Noble in Baton Rouge-Saturday, December 4, 2010

12-4-10 Kid Chef Eliana signs cookbooks at Barnes & Noble Bluebonnet in Baton Rouge

Hey Young Chefs!

On Saturday, December 4, 2010, I had a book signing at Barnes & Noble on Bluebonnet in Baton Rouge. My mom performed The Gigantic Sweet Potato with Ms. Marita Gentry, her illustrator, and I got to sign my cookbook, Eliana Cooks!, next to my mom. It was fun and we had a nice crowd.

12-4-10 Kid Chef Eliana signs Eliana Cooks at Barnes & Noble

I look forward to more book signings! Join my Facebook Fan Page http://www.facebook.com/elianacooksfanpage for updates on upcoming events! You can also catch me on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/KidChefEliana

Hope to see you soon!

Cool kids cook and get creative in the kitchen!

Bon Appetit, Kid Chef Eliana

Book Signing at A Tisket A Tasket in New Orleans – Saturday, November 13, 2010

11-13-10 Kid Chef Eliana poses with her sign at A Tisket A Tasket

Hey Young Chefs!

This past weekend, I had a book signing at A Tisket A Tasket gift store in the French Quarter in New Orleans. I signed books with my mom, Children’s Author & Storyteller Dianne de Las Casas.

11-13-10 Dianne de Las Casas and Kid Chef Eliana signing books at A Tisket A Tasket in the French Quarter

The night before, I baked mini Devil’s Food Monster Muffins from my cookbook, which I passed out as samples, with apple cider at my book signing. It was crowded and I sold tons of books. In fact, I sold out!

11-13-10 There is a big crowd for Kid Chef Eliana!

People were buying copies as Christmas presents for the young chefs in their lives. Very cool!

11-13-10 Dianne de Las Casas and Kid Chef Eliana signing books

It was a lot of fun and I loved working with Ms. Lisa Jones and Ms. Judy. They are so sweet. So next time you are in the French Quarter, stop by A Tisket A Tasket!

Cool kids cook and get creative in the kitchen!

Bon Appetit, Eliana

Eliana Cooks! Cookbook debuts at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum in New Orleans – Saturday, October 9, 2010

10-9-10 Close-up of Kid Chef Eliana at SOFAB

Hey Young Chefs!

Earlier this month, I had a cooking demonstration at the Southern Food And Beverage Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was part of the “New Orleans Con Sabor Latino” exhibit, which I was a part of! I was one of 13 Latinos in the New Orleans area chosen to be photographed for the exhibit. It’s quite an honor.

New Orleans Con Sabor Latino exhibit - Eliana's profile

During the demonstration, I made Cajun Cuban Sandwiches. I talked about my family’s influence on my cooking, especially my Papi, who inspired the sandwich.

10-9-10 Eliana Cooks! at Southern Food and Beverage Museum (SOFAB) in New Orleans

We had a large crowd and I sold a bunch of cookbooks. Yay!

10-9-10 Kid Chef Eliana talks about her new cookbook, Eliana Cooks!

Then I autographed!

10-9-10 Kid Chef Eliana signs her cookbook

My family was so proud of me! My mom and dad even wore uniforms with my logo embroidered on their shirts. Too cool!

10-9-10 Kid Chef Eliana with her mom and dad

If you would like to order my cookbook, you may order autographed copies from Octavia Books. http://www.octaviabooks.com/book/9780615411958

Check my website for dates of upcoming events. I have several demonstrations and book signings coming up before the holidays.

Cool kids cook and get creative in the kitchen!

Bon Appetit,
Kid Chef Eliana

My Cookbook, Eliana Cooks!, debuts in October! – Friday, September 3, 2010

Eliana Cooks! Cookbook

Hey Young Chefs!

It’s been a long time since I’ve posted but I have been working very hard! Lots of stuff has been going on…

First, my big announcement… My first cookbook, Eliana Cooks! Recipes for Creative Kids comes out next month. I am debuting it at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum in New Orleans on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.

That’s the other BIG news! I was selected to be one of 13 Latinos photographed for an exhibit called “New Orleans Con Sabor Latino,” which means “New Orleans with Latin Flavor.” As part of the exhibit, I am doing one of 6 cooking demonstrations this fall. I will be demonstrating Cajun Cuban Sandwiches, which the audience gets to eat! Delicioso!

And guess what else? My sister, Soleil, who is a graphic designer, redesigned my logo. I LOVE it. It’s sooooo adorable!

New Eliana Cooks Logo

My website will be freshened up too. I am also in the process of trying to bottle my new spice called “Sabor,” which means “Flavor” in Spanish. It’s an all-purpose seasoning salt, great on everything! I plan to have a whole line of Eliana’s Sabor Spices!

I hope to post a new video soon! Remember, cool kids cook and get creative in the kitchen!

Bon Appetit, Eliana