Seinfeld Cookbook Controversy Misses Important Fact
(Santa Cruz, CA) The recent brouhaha over possible plagiarism in a new cookbook by Jerry Seinfeld’s wife has completely missed the most important fact of all. Jessica Seinfeld did not rip-off recipes from California Squisine: Healthy Food That's Fast, Fun and Squeezable For Kids – the cookbook that encourages children to eat fruits and vegetables by playing with their food.
Squisine – “squeeze” plus “cuisine” – refers to any food that can be squeezed out of a tube, frosting bag or plastic bottle. As any child knows, squeezing stuff is fun. That’s why California Squisine includes 100 no-cook, pediatrician-approved recipes that kids can squeeze over fruits and vegetables. All of the squeezable dips, dressings, sauces and toppings were taste-tested by a 9-year-old.
Nutritionists, dieticians and other specialists all acknowledge that getting kids involved in meal preparation and making mealtime fun are keys to more nutritious eating. That’s why this cookbook couldn’t come at a better time.