Exploring the complexities of race and identity, Jeanne Jones shares her journey as a white mother raising biracial twin daughters in the Midwest. The family's rich ancestry reflects America's racial dichotomies, from Revolutionary War roots to connections with slavery. Jones delves into her children's experiences with colorism, highlighting the different perceptions they face based on their appearances. Through personal anecdotes, she critiques the hypocrisy in race relations, making a poignant call for immediate action against racial injustice.
The two Canyon Ranch spas consistently rank as top destinations in Conde Nast Traveler, thanks to their breathtaking locations in Tucson, Arizona, and the Berkshire mountains in Massachusetts. A highlight of visiting Canyon Ranch is the food, crafted by Jeanne Jones, who developed the spa's low-cal, low-fat menu. In Canyon Ranch Cooking, she shares recipes that allow everyone to enjoy this delicious cuisine, complete with detailed nutritional breakdowns for healthy meal planning. Jones provides tips to enhance flavor without adding calories, revealing secrets like using citrus or vinegar to brighten flavors, grilling over aromatic wood, marinating ingredients, and cooking at low temperatures to develop rich tastes. The book features enticing recipes such as Canyon Ranch Guacamole, Osso Bucco, Cheese Enchiladas, Chocolate Mint Cake, and Cherry Streusel Pie, proving that spa food can be indulgent rather than restrictive. While it can't provide a workout, it offers guidance for creating a spa experience at home, including exercise suggestions, relaxation techniques, and ideas for themed dinner parties. With its delightful recipes and stunning photographs, this book brings the essence of the spa right to your kitchen.
