Paula Deen, born January 29, 1947, is an American cooking show hostess, restaurateur, and author who has her own Emmy-winning television show. Born in Albany, Georgia, she suffered from panic attacks and agoraphobia as a young woman. She specializes in southern cuisine, and since her announcement that she is diabetic, she includes healthy southern food recipes. She lives in Savannah, Georgia and is a paid spokesperson for a Danish pharmaceutical company.
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Paula Deen’s online magazine offers the opportunity to subscribe to the paper version, recipes, cooking tips, and a free online newsletter.
http://pauladeenmagazine.com/
The star of television cook shows, Paula Deen is the topic of this website. It consists of a section about her which publishes her biography and pictures, one about her restaurants, and one which has her recipes.
http://www.pauladeen.com/
Presents Ms. Deen’s collection of furnishing, which she says are inspired by her home in Savannah, Georgia. The site showcases photographs of all manner of furniture and upholstery, tips and trends, and a widget with which to find local retailers.
http://www.pauladeenhome.com/
This store, owned and operated by Paula Deen, offers kitchen tools including knives and measuring cups and spoons, cakes and other baked goods, and dishes, among other kitchen items.
http://www.pauladeenstore.com/
