The <I>New York Times</i> calls Tessa Kiros's work "exuberant and colorful." And that is just what her gem, <I>Falling Cloudberries: A World of Family Recipes</i>, is. The book is full of personal touches and stories. It is a beautiful collection of family anecdotes, history, and traditions all documented with stunning photography, unique illustrations, and a warm dialogue that will simply pull you in.<P>Kiros's <I>Apples for Jam</i>, was called "a lovely quilt snuggled softly against your cheek" by the <I>Times Herald-Record</i> of Hudson Valley, New York.<P>You'll find <I>Falling Cloudberries</i> in the Cookbook section, but it could also easily be found in the World Cultures or Travel sections because the recipe collections give a unique taste of Finland, Greece, Cyprus, South Africa, and Italy all in one.<P>This is possible because of Kiros's life. She takes us on a global journey of taste and experience with her eclectic compilation of 170 simple and delicious recipes that reflect her world travels, multicultural heritage, family traditions, and amazing cooking combinations.<P>Taste the world without leaving your kitchen.<P>* Destination: delicious. Kiros inspires home cooks with a broad offering of dishes from Finland, Greece, Cyprus, South Africa, and Italy.<P>* Recipes are organized by country and are complemented with 185 four-color photographs and gorgeous illustrations. A handy index makes it easy to find specific foods and recipes.<P>* The book even has a lovely illustration of the author's family tree, which gives home cooks an inside look at the author's diverse and world-spanning family and their food traditions.<P>* The bold packaging and robust photography are just as inviting as Tessa's tasty dishes.