The "Pink Ladies" are whipping up a feast. Those fabulous fashionistas have inspired "Shakin', Bakin', and Celebratin'," a cookbook that served as the 2006 Breast Cancer Survivors' Project. (Prostate cancer survivors' submissions are featured in the "Fellas' Favorites" section of the book.)

The primary focus of the cookbook is to honor breast cancer survivors with a permanent keepsake. The endeavor also served as an educational tool by presenting healthy eating options and its sales will help provide free cancer screenings for those who are medically underserved.

Breast and prostate cancer survivors provided their favorite recipes accompanied by brief stories about themselves and their personal survivorship experiences. Cookbook committee members, "Gift of Life" Board members, and program staff were also invited to participate. Cooking with the Stars (recipes from area chefs and restaurants) were also featured.

Each survivor who contributes to the book will received a complimentary copy at the 2006 Breast Cancer Awareness Month Kickoff on Thursday, September 28. Several local shops supporting the program as "Pink Boutiques" sold the cookbooks throughout the month of October.

For a list of participating stores or to purchase a cookbook, please call the "Gift of Life" office at (409) 833-3663 (or toll-free at 877-720-GIFT[4438]).

Cookbooks can also be purchased online through this website. Support the "Gift of Life," pick up your copy, and get cooking with the "Pink Ladies"!