{"product_id":"the-seasoned-caterer-lois-v-leonard-9798349607219","title":"The Seasoned Caterer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Seasoned Caterer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heartfelt blend of memoir, recipes, and inspiration drawn from the real-life journey of \u003cem\u003eLois V. Leonard\u003c\/em\u003e, owner of the beloved \u003cstrong\u003eFour Seasons Banquet House\u003c\/strong\u003e in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the chaos of weddings and family celebrations to the quiet lessons learned behind the kitchen doors, Lois takes readers on an unforgettable ride through decades of catering, community, and faith. With warmth and wit, she shares stories of perseverance, laughter, and love-from rebuilding after setbacks to rediscovering her purpose through food and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach chapter shines with honesty and humor, revealing the true heart behind every event-the people who made it all possible. Interwoven throughout are \u003cstrong\u003echerished family recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e like Honey Almond Chicken, Heavenly House Potatoes, Spinach Broccoli Balls, and Elizabeth's Light-as-a-Feather Donuts, each carrying its own memory and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book isn't just about catering-it's about courage, creativity, and the belief that no dream is too small when guided by faith. It honors the hardworking staff, loyal customers, and family who turned a local banquet hall into a lifelong legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a cook, entrepreneur, or dreamer, \u003cem\u003eA Seasoned Caterer\u003c\/em\u003e invites you to the table to celebrate life's sweetest victories, its toughest lessons, and the beauty of never giving up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 heartfelt chapters of true stories and reflections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA collection of treasured family recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore-and-after photos of the Four Seasons Banquet House\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA showcase of Lois's patented catering innovations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eLois V. Leonard\u003c\/em\u003e is an inventor, entrepreneur, and award-winning caterer from Pittsburgh, PA. As \"Nana,\" wife, and business owner, she continues to inspire others through her faith, creativity, and enduring spirit of perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lois V. Leonard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798349607219\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Four Seasons Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/21\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 198\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.80lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.54d","brand":"Lois V. Leonard","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49097202532607,"sku":"9798349607219","price":16.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-seasoned-caterer-lois-v-leonard-9798349607219","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}