Albuquerque, New Mexico. July 7, 2010 – How does an independent lesbian filmmaker finance a film? Nina Knapp, owner of Crone Productions, came up with her own answer. Keeping in mind lesbians who like to pot-luck, an idea for a cookbook was born:

REEL FOOD FROM REEL WOMEN: OUR FAVORITE DISHES

(www.reelrecipes.com) is a collection of favorite recipes from women in the entertainment industry: Rosser Goodman (HOLDING TREVOR), Katherine Fugate (VALENTINE’S DAY, Creator of “Army Wives,” “Xena” writer), Andrea Meyerson (LAUGHING MATTERS), Stacy Codikow (ITTY BITTY TITTY COMMITTEE), Kelli Herd (IT’S IN THE WATER), Nisha Ganatra (CHUTNEY POPCORN), Claudia Christian (“Babylon 5,” “Nip/Tuck”), and many, many more.

“No matter what your culinary tastes, you are sure to find some interesting

recipes in this book.”

Nina Knapp, Editor

REEL FOOD FROM REEL WOMEN has a wide variety of recipes, well-suited for any appetite or event. “The Feature Presentation” section highlights main dish recipes from Linguine with Clam Sauce to Mini Brie Burgers; “The Supporting Cast” features side dishes to compliment any meal or pot-luck, including Broccoli & Leek Soup, Farmer’s Market Pasta Salad and Irish Soda Bread; “The Concession Stand” is a delight of desserts — Lemon Lavender Sugar Cookies, Orange Cranberry Scones and more; “The Wrap Party” recipes are indeed, party favorites — Artichoke Parmesan Spread, Mama’s Milk Punch, and Knapp’s own Killer Mango Salsa (available to print at reelrecipes.com) to name a few.

“This is one of those perfect recipes to make after you’ve gone to the farmer’s

market. It goes without saying, but the happy making quality of this dish only

works if you use fresh ingredients!”

– J.D. Disalvatore, Producer

On her recipe, Corn & Avocado Salad with Cilantro

REEL FOOD FROM REEL WOMEN: OUR FAVORITE DISHES is 128 pages, and in full color. The book is available at www.reelrecipes.com or from Amazon.com. Each purchase supports the film production efforts of Crone Productions.

Nina Knapp, editor, is an independent filmmaker living in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and owner of Crone Productions. Crone Productions specializes in film projects by and about women, LGBT issues and stories, and educational projects. Knapp has won several screenwriting and film awards and recognition, is a member of several professional organizations, and supports independent film and filmmakers in New Mexico.