Appetizers

Appetizers
Author: Cindy Pawlcyn
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2009-03-01
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1580089798

Cindy Pawlcyn's favorite small plates—appetizers, soups, salads, and snacks—collected from her previously published books, with 10 new recipes from her restaurants. Cindy Pawlcyn's legions of fans have long made meals of her restaurants' sampler-size starters. Bringing home the biggest trend in eating out, CINDY PAWLCYN'S APPETIZERS offers a tempting collection of recipes designed to satisfy big appetites as well as grazers—from Grilled Oysters to Gougeres and Pepper Garlic Wings to Mustards' Famous Onion Rings. Mouthwatering photographs of finished dishes and sun-kissed wine country ingredients and a kitchen-friendly easel format make this portable Pawlcyn an appealing gift package."Chef Cindy Pawlcyn is a trailblazer in our industry. Her talent and energy have helped shape the culinary landscape in the Napa Valley as we know it today." —Thomas Keller"Cindy's cooking is a source of pure joy—delicious, regional, creative, reflecting her warm, happy personality." —Margrit Mondavi Reviews"This guide to apps before entrees is a feast for the eyes—we almost licked the page with the Duck, Olive and Fig Skewers. But it's also mighty handy, printed with a page-at-a-time spiral binder that stands upright while you cook. (Cue the deep-rooted regret at not having thought of it first.)"—Tampa Tribune “A great little collection of appetizer recipes, from simple to sophisticated, and printed in a handy, foldable binding that allows the book to stand on its own on the countertop.”—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Big Small Plates

Big Small Plates
Author: Cindy Pawlcyn
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2012-05-15
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1607744503

Fans of Cindy Pawlcyn'¬?s Mustards Grill have been making meals out of her sampler-size starters for years. In BIG SMALL PLATES, Cindy brings home the biggest trend in eating out, with generously scaled recipes that promise less fuss and more flavors than traditional appetizers. The wide-ranging collection of universally appealing recipes spans soups, finger foods, salads, scoopables, and even sweets designed to satisfy big appetites as well as grazers. An alternative to conventional, varietyless main-course cooking, Cindy's small plate recipes deliver the inspiration and reliability that make this new way of eating-and entertaining-practical at home. A cookbook of 150 sampler-size recipes from Mustards Grill, Cindy's Backstreet Kitchen, and Pawlcyn's home repertoire, in her signature all-American style with Californian and global influences. Includes 150 gorgeous food, ingredient, and location photos. Pawlcyn's previous book MUSTARDS has sold more than 60,000 copies. MUSTARDS won the James Beard award for Best American Cookbook in 2002 and was nominated for the IACP Cookbook of the Year Award. Reviews "Cindy Pawlcyn is all about big fun and big flavors."-San Jose Mercury News "Cindy Pawlcyn's rollicking Big Small Plates has a cornucopia of brightly flavored small dishes." -Boston Globe "As a basic guide to the wonderful fare served at Mustards and Cindy's Backstreet Kitchen, Big Small Plates has more than enough to go around." -Wine News "The kind of cookbook I just can't resist." -Oakland Tribune "[A]n ample selection of some of the more delicious tidbits you'll ever taste." -Sacramento Bee "Pawlcyn's new book focuses on small plates-tapas-in a grand way." -Baltimore Sun "Buy this book because the recipes are flavorful, diverse, and conducive to infinite applications." -ChefTalk.com "The Napa Valley super chef and entrepreneur's praiseworthy-and successful-attempt to bring the small-plates trend into the home kitchen."-San Francisco Chronicle"Anyone looking for first courses or cocktail party food recipes will find no lack of inspiration here."-Booklist"An enormously appealing book full of heart, and food that's refreshingly real and often adventurous."-Portland Oregonian

Istanbul Eats

Istanbul Eats
Author: Ansel Mullins
Publisher:
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2010
Genre: Peddlers
ISBN: 9789752307209

Moon Northern California

Moon Northern California
Author: Elizabeth Linhart Veneman
Publisher: Moon Travel
Total Pages: 682
Release: 2016-02-02
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1631211536

Covers the best that Northern California has to offer, from day hikes in awe-inspiring Yosemite Valley to rest and relaxation at the spas and vineyards of Wine Country. To help travelers plan their trip, Veneman also offers a number of unique itinerary ideas, such as as Winter Wonderland, Culinary Culture, and Driving the Coast - a 10-day tour down Northern California's winding, scenic coastline. With expert advice on finding the tastiest food in the Bay Area, exploring the Big Sur coast, and getting to Gold Country ghost towns, and now with expanded coverage of the many outdoor recreation opportunities available in the region, Moon Northern California gives travellers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Hugo Ortega's Street Food of Mexico

Hugo Ortega's Street Food of Mexico
Author: Hugo Ortega
Publisher: Bright Sky Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Cooking, Mexican
ISBN: 9781936474738

An award-winning chef presents street food recipes that represent the best of traditional Mexican cooking, including octopus cocktail, deep-fried fish tacos, and empanadas stuffed with shrimp.

Moon California

Moon California
Author: Elizabeth Linhart Veneman
Publisher: Moon Travel
Total Pages: 1062
Release: 2017-02-14
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1631214187

Discover California with Moon Travel Guides! Moon California shows both locals and newcomers alike how to explore the very best of the larger-than-life Golden State, from cities, to mountains, to coastline. What You'll Find in Moon California: Expert advice from Golden State connoisseur Elizabeth Linhart Veneman Itineraries for every timeline and budget, from two days in San Francisco to two weeks on the road, including: The Best of California in One Week, Wine Country, Shasta and Lassen, The Best of Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon, Palm Springs and the Deserts, and Las Vegas In-depth coverage of the major cities, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego Bonus coverage of Las Vegas for travelers and California locals alike looking to explore more of the West Coast Full-color, easy-to-navigate maps with vibrant, helpful photos Ideas for every traveler and every season: indulge your inner oenophile in California's world-renowned wine country, or ski the pristine slopes of Squaw Valley. Walk among the giants of Redwood National Forest, or catch a glimpse of the migrating whales at Bodega Bay. Explore the eccentricities of San Francisco's celebrated art galleries, or sample award-winning tacos in Los Angeles. Discover which beaches are local surfer favorites, and find the best spots for cocktails, dining, and dancing Honest advice on finding accommodations and getting around by car or by public transportation Reliable information on California's history, culture, weather, and diverse landscape Get to know the best of the West on your own terms with Moon California's practical tips, myriad activities and local insight on the top things to do and see. Exploring the Golden State by car? Try Moon California Road Trip. For an all-outdoors adventure, try Moon California Camping. Full list of coverage: San Francisco, Wine Country, the North Coast, Shasta and Lassen, Lake Tahoe, Sacramento and Gold Country, Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon, Monterey and Big Sur, Santa Barbara and the Central Coast, Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs and the Deserts, and Las Vegas

Inside the California Food Revolution

Inside the California Food Revolution
Author: Joyce Goldstein
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 360
Release: 2013-09-06
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 0520268199

"In this authoritative and immensely readable insider's account, celebrated cookbook author and former chef Joyce Goldstein traces the development of California cuisine from its early years in the 1970s to the present, when farm-to-table, foraging, and fusion cuisine are part of the national vocabulary. Goldstein's interviews with almost two hundred chefs, purveyors, artisans, winemakers, and food writers bring to life an era when cooking was grounded in passion, bold innovation, and a dedication to "flavor first." The author shows how the counterculture movement in the West gave rise to a restaurant culture that was defined by open kitchens, women in leadership positions, and the presence of a surprising number of chefs and artisanal food producers who lacked formal training. California cuisine challenged the conventional kitchen hierarchy and dominance of French technique in fine dining, she explains, leading to a more egalitarian restaurant culture and informal food scene. In weaving the author's view of California food culture with profiles of those who played a part in its development-from Alice Waters to Bill Niman to Wolfgang Puck-Inside the California Food Revolution demonstrates that, in addition to access to fresh produce, the region also shared a distinctly Western culture of openness, creativity, and collaboration. Wonderfully detailed and engagingly written, this book elucidates as never before how the inspirations that emerged in California went on to transform the eating experience throughout the U.S. and the world. "--

The Napa Valley Book

The Napa Valley Book
Author: Mick Winter
Publisher: Westsong Pub
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2003-07
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780965900010

Everything you need to know about America's favorite wine and food destination. You'll discover the most popular tourist attractions as well as those that locals try to keep secret. With this book, you won't miss a thing. Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, you'll find new and enjoyable things to see and do. Includes over 700 listings of lodging, spas, wineries, restaurants, parks and camping, hiking and biking, sightseeing, shopping, events, arts, entertainment and nightlife in all towns and areas of the Napa Valley. Readers will also find historical landmarks, a chronological history of Napa County, Napa County statistics, maps, photos, wedding planning contacts, kids' favorites, help on relocating to the valley, and even a section on Napa Valley trivia, including movies made in the valley, ship building, and the World War II era POW camp. There's also a special and very comprehensive 45-page wine supplement, with information on Napa Valley wines, vineyards, varietals, winemaking, wine tasting, understanding a wine label, a glossary of wine terms and pronunciations, and much more.

A Traveller's Wine Guide to California

A Traveller's Wine Guide to California
Author: Robert Holmes
Publisher: Interlink Publishing
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2012-12-26
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1623710154

If California were an independent nation it would be the fourth leading wine-producing country in the world after Italy, France and Spain. And nowhere else will you find more visitor-friendly wineries. Sampling these and tasting their wines is a rewarding experience, but, faced with the bewildering variety of wineries on offer, it’s hard to know where to start. This book guides the wine tourist—not only through the better-known regions of Napa and Sonoma, but also the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County and Southern California—and gives ample recommendations on where to stay and eat in and around each region. A Traveller’s Wine Guide to California contains spectacular photography as well as easily-accessible information on such topics as The Winery Experience and The System of Classification and Grape Varieties.