DK Publishing has the perfect gift for every mother this Mother’s Day!

 

Butterfly

A photographic portrait of the world’s butterflies and moths, Butterfly is a celebration of the dazzling variety of colors, patterns, habitats and behaviors of these fascinating insects. DK and Thomas Marent (author of DK’s award-winning Rainforest), have paired up again to bring you more than 500 incredibly detailed, breathtaking photographs that visually document each stage of the lifecycle—from the insect’s first struggle to free itself from the chrysalis and take flight, to the life-and-death dramas of courtship, reproduction, and defiance.

 

 

Morimoto

With over 120 recipes, MORIMOTO: The New Art of Japanese Cooking is a fully illustrated look at Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s personal culinary journey and his unique philosophy on Japanese cuisine. Packed with gorgeous four-color photography throughout—including helpful step-by-step instructions and specific features explaining Iron Chef Morimoto’s techniques and cooking and plating philosophies—MORIMOTO is a must-have for the foodie mom!

 

 

Spain and the World Table

Each year, the world-renowned Culinary Institute of America (CIA) selects one nation’s cuisine to highlight during “Worlds of Flavor,” its flagship conference and festival. DK Publishing is delighted to partner with CIA to bring this extravaganza into the home cook’s kitchen with the publication of Spain and the World Table. Comprised of 125 exotic, mouth-watering recipes from 25 leading chefs from Spain and the US, Spain and the World Table honors the timeless traditions of this culturally diverse nation and celebrates the newest flavors and techniques emerging from Spain’s most creative kitchens. Delicious recipes and beautiful photographs of colorful tapas, fragrant soups, savory seafood paellas, and delectable sweets make these Spanish cuisines accessible for a new or experienced cook.

 

Real Deal Guide to Pregnancy

This upbeat and cleverly-written resource is packed with must-have information and doused in everyday practicality for the newly pregnant woman. The Real Deal Guide to Pregnancy by Erika Lenkert opens with quick answers to the most frequently asked questions and moves into a unique organization of chapters by topic rather than trimester. With the help of her Mommy Menagerie—over 100 mothers of all ages from around the world—and an OB/GYN, Lenkert offers tips and straightforward advice on everything from fashion to pregnancy sex to the big day and beyond. Click here for more parenting and pregnancy titles.

 

 

Baby’s First Year

Beginning before birth—where a family tree, name ideas, and thoughts can be recorded—and continuing through your child’s first birthday, Baby’s First Year is a beautifully illustrated record book and keepsake journal of milestone moments families will treasure for years to come. Additional features include space to record information about the world the baby was born into, a month-by-month section to keep track of baby's constant achievements and changing behavior, and pockets and spaces for photographs throughout the journal. Eight recipes are punctuated throughout the book to inspire parents to make delicious, healthy food for their babies at various stages, as well as special celebratory recipes, such as baby’s first birthday cake. The perfect gift for the new mom or the mom-to-be!