What Brooke eats for dinner, from Down at the Shore by Karen Cino @karencino #RLFblog #Women’s Fiction Romance

Down at the Shore by Karen Cino

Genre Women's Fiction Romance

Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG 17

Brooke Dascoli is in a relationship that's going nowhere. She moves into the beach house her grandmother left her at the Jersey Shore and forms a friendship with her neighbors, Flo Meadows and Jane Cummings. Flo carries around a huge secret that has haunted her since her first marriage and Jane is having a hard time dealing with a cheating husband who died shortly after their divorce. Together each woman shares their past indiscretions and future dreams, while dealing with loss, renewal and starting over.

Let's chat about what to eat.

First, what is your name and how old are you?

I'm Brooke Dascoli and I'm 50 years old.

What is the time period in which you live?

Present time.

What is your favorite meal?

Oh gosh! I love Caesar Salad, especially with grilled chicken and an antipasto tray.

If any, what food do you refuse to eat?

Absolutely. I will never eat lamb, octopus and salad with blue cheese dressing.

Tell us about a meal or food that says "home" to you.

You're asking me questions about my favorite subject, food. Lasagna, eggplant parmigiana and eggplant rollitini.

When you find yourself with some type of unknown food on your plate, what do you do?

Simple. I don't eat it.

What is the worst meal you've ever eaten?

I had dinner at a client's house who added ketchup to her spaghetti sauce.

What is the best meal you've ever eaten?

I'm not a big steak eater, but I went to Peter Luger's Steak House in Brooklyn, New York and ate a steak that melted in my mouth. I've never had a steak like that ever again. I guess it's another trip to Peter Luger's.

Growing up, who was the best cook in your family?

My grandmother. She cooked old school Italian. There was always Italian bread with every meal. When she cooked, I always snuck a forkful from the pot. (The calories don't count when you're standing and picking from the pot.)

Have you ever eaten military style rations, and if so, what was your favorite?

Never ate like that. There was always a spread at my parent's and I always put out a spread.

If you cook, what kind of food do you like to prepare?

I try to keep it simple, especially in the summer. I get more creative in the winter making stews, meatloaf and chili. But in the summer it is always the quickest thing I can make on the barbecue.

Do you skip breakfast or is eating that a must-do for you?

I very really eat breakfast. I do have breakfast for dinner many nights and I can do French toast for lunch. But eating breakfast is a big no.

Do you keep snacks on hand, and if so, what are they?

I always have snacks. I keep pita chips, grapes, yogurt, almonds and yogurt covered pretzels on hand.

How much coffee or tea do you drink?

In the winter I have at least two cups of coffee in the morning. During the summer months, there are many times that I totally skip the coffee. If I do, it's usually a half of a cup.

Favorite alcoholic beverage?

Woo hoo! Prosecco.

Favorite non-alcoholic beverage?

Unsweetened ice tea with lemon.

What do you grab when there's no time for a regular meal?

A protein bar. Sometimes a piece of Italian bread with butter.

Who are your favorite people to share meals with?

My friends Flo and Jane who I met when I moved down here. We always find the time to eat together a few times a week to catch up.

Tell us what your author eats or drinks while writing about you.

My author is always with a glass of Prosecco when she writing about me. I've caught her many times had a half of sweet and low into her wine glass because it isn't sweet enough. She also likes eating cotton candy grapes.

If your author has a pet, what does she feed the animal?

She feeds her two cats Fancy Feast. But when she makes herself a turkey sandwich, she gives them a half of slice each sliced into pieces.

Same question for you. What do you feed your pet/s?

I don't have any pets.

Where to buy Down at the Shore

Publisher Mandolay Press
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Down-Shore-Five-Beach-Road-ebook/dp/B09F6Z73FY/
Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/down-at-the-shore-karen-cino/1141665090?ean=2940165872570
Smashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1150650

Karen Cino Social Media

Karen Cino is a multi-published author who has been writing since she was fourteen years old. She started her career by writing poetry, short stories and writing articles for her high school newspaper. After reading Jackie Collin's Lovers and Gamblers and Jacqueline Susann's, Valley of the Dolls, Karen found her niche. Karen loves writing about local places that people can relate to.
Karen loves the summer, loves the beach. Her previous books were written and took place in various locations in Staten Island. Her Cookie Cutter Cozy Mystery Series takes place at the New Jersey Shore.
Karen is a member of Women's Fiction Writers Association and Sisters in Crime and Romance Writers of America.
Karen has two adult children, Michael Giordano, singer, songwriter and producer, and Nicole Giordano who works in Retail Management and is also a photographer. In 2015 Karen moved to the Jersey Shore.
Website http://karencino.com
Blog http://karencinobooks.com
Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B008LCG31Y
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4444484.Karen_Cino
Newsletter http://us8.campaign-archive1.com/home/?u=372e9cad72e3faf1c0a8b9a4e&id=9ac84ba873
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/karencino
Facebook Author Page https://www.facebook.com/Karen-Cino-296585170371401/

Down at the Shore by Karen Cino

Where to buy Down at the Shore

Karen Cino Social Media

You May Also Like