Drinkology Beer

Drinkology Beer
Author: James Waller
Publisher: ABRAMS
Total Pages: 472
Release: 2011-10-14
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 161312189X

“If you need a little beer brush-up, or know someone who does, Drinkology Beer is one of the most fun educational beverage reads we’ve had in years” (LA Weekly). So a guy or a gal walks into a bar and orders a . . . what? A Belgian lambic? A German Hefeweizen? An American barley wine? Today, with thousands of beers being made in the US and many imported ales and lagers available at taverns and retailers, the once-simple decision to have a beer may feel a little like drowning. Drinkology Beer to the rescue. James Waller’s book is written especially for beer lovers who have no idea what “sparge” or “IBU” might mean. After covering the basics of brewing, Waller provides an informative, witty, and accessible compendium of the globe’s beer styles, ranging from Abbey Ale to Zwickel. With special features including a roundup of “beer culture” (such as beer songs and movies about beer), notes on touring breweries, and a selection of beer-cocktail recipes and food dishes you can make with beer, Drinkology Beer is a beer book completely unlike any other. “The budding beer aficionado in your life will smile when you hand him a gift-wrapped copy of James Waller’s Drinkology Beer: A Book About the Brew.” —Richmond Times-Dispatch

Drinkology Eats

Drinkology Eats
Author: James Waller
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006-11-01
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 9781584795292

Discusses the hows and whys of pairings, and offers menus for a variety of themes and occasions. This book covers the basics of eating while drinking: why certain kinds of food work better with alcohol than others. It also talks about great bar snacks, wine and cheese pairings, champagne toasts, martini menus and cocktail parties.

Drinkology: Wine

Drinkology: Wine
Author: James Waller
Publisher:
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2005-10
Genre: Cooking
ISBN:

Correggio's depiction of the Virgin's Assumption into heaven, painted in the cupola of the Duomo of Parma, is widely viewed as one of the most inventive and influential fresco cycles of the Renaissance. Even so, the very elements that make the work so powerful--its lively iconography and its illusionism--have long been decried by critics for their apparent illegibility and lack of decorum. In the first book-length study of these frescoes in English, Carolyn Smyth counters such negative criticism by taking into account the viewer's in situ experience of the frescoes. In so doing, she offers a new reading that explores the artist's knowing use of figural perspective, the architectural and liturgical context, and the religious significance of the theme. Aided by new photographs of the fresco, taken by Ralph Lieberman, Smyth leads the reader from the door of the cathedral to the apse, in order to examine the lay worshipper's experience from a series of partial views in the nave and the contrasting vistas of the clergy in the presbytery. As each of these separately revealed sequences of the cycle is discussed, new elements appear and are interpreted. The gestures, figural relationships, activities, and attributes visible from each viewpoint convey specific meanings that reveal, too, the most relevant aspect of the Assumption theme for the participant below. Not only the spatial communicativeness of the painting but also the affective warmth of Correggio's style are seen as means to celebrate Mary's redemptive role and its implications for the Christian audience.

The New Old Bar

The New Old Bar
Author: Steve McDonagh
Publisher: Agate Publishing
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2012
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1572841397

"A compendium for the home bar, including classic cocktail recipes, small plate recipes, mixology how-to's, and ingredient and equipment guides"--

Semenology - The Semen Bartender's Handbook

Semenology - The Semen Bartender's Handbook
Author: Paul Photenhauer
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-03-03
Genre: Cocktails
ISBN: 9781482605228

This is the ultimate handbook for mixologists looking for ingredients that go beyond exotic fruit juices and rare spirits.Driven by a commitment and passion for the freshly harvested ingredient, Semenology pushes the limits of classic bartending. Semen is often freshly available behind most bar counters and adds a personal touch to any cocktail. The connoisseur will appreciate learning how to mix selected spirits to enhance the delicate flavors of semen. The book provides useful tips that cover every detail of Semenology, from mixing and presentation to harvesting and storage advice.

Natural Harvest

Natural Harvest
Author: Paul Photenhauer
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
Total Pages: 62
Release: 2008-11-01
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 9781481227049

Semen is not only nutritious, but it also has a wonderful texture and amazing cooking properties. Like fine wine and cheeses, the taste of semen is complex and dynamic. Semen is inexpensive to produce and is commonly available in many, if not most, homes and restaurants. Despite all of these positive qualities, semen remains neglected as a food. This book hopes to change that. Once you overcome any initial hesitation, you will be surprised to learn how wonderful semen is in the kitchen. Semen is an exciting ingredient that can give every dish you make an interesting twist. If you are a passionate cook and are not afraid to experiment with new ingredients - you will love this cook book!

Complete Chinese Cookbook

Complete Chinese Cookbook
Author: Ken Hom
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 593
Release: 2011-11-30
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1409074196

Ken Hom is widely regarded as the world's leading authority on Oriental cuisine, and with the Complete Chinese Cookbook, he has created a seminal collection of his best-loved dishes. Beautifully illustrated with full colour photography, and popular favourites and new tastes to discover, this is the perfect addition to anyone's kitchen shelf. 'A fantastic collection of recipes... A great investment' -- BBC Olive 'If there's one man who knows about Chinese cooking it's Ken Hom' -- Woman's Way 'This Chinese cracker of a book is all you need to wok and roll' -- You! Magazine 'This is the best Chinese cookbook I own' -- ***** Reader review 'Could this be the only Chinese cookery book you need to own? Quite possibly!' -- ***** Reader review 'Really easy to follow recipes. Delicious' -- ***** Reader review ************************************************************************************************ With Cantonese stir-fries and spicy Sichuan favourites alongside new discoveries from the lesser-known culinary styles of Yunnan and Hong Kong, this comprehensive collection is filled with mouth-watering, accessible and easy recipes, demonstrating the amazing depth of flavour that is only now being fully appreciated in modern Chinese cuisine. Set to become a kitchen classic, this all-encompassing cookery book guides you through the essential cooking techniques, equipment and ingredients, all with Ken's trusted blend of experience and enthusiasm. Featuring 250 recipes covering all aspects of Chinese food (including meat-based and vegetarian recipes), Ken offers tips and inspiration for a wealth of dishes that use simple, healthy ingredients to create quick and delicious meals. Over the past 25 years Ken has brought Chinese cookery into mainstream British homes, and in this beautifully photographed cookbook, he brings together all of his expertise to offer the ultimate guide to the flavours of China.

Rustic Italian Food

Rustic Italian Food
Author: Marc Vetri
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2011-11-01
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1607740796

From acclaimed Philadelphia chef Marc Vetri comes a celebration of handcrafted, regional Italian cooking that advocates a hands-on, back-to-the-basics approach to cooking. Slow-cooked meats, homemade breads, and flavorful pastas are the traditional comfort-food classics that Italians have been roasting, baking, curing, and making in their own kitchens for generations--dishes that people actually want to cook and eat. Home cooks of every skill level will revel in the 120 recipes, such as sweet Fig and Chestnut Bread, rich Spinach and Ricotta Gnocchi, savory Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder, and fragrant Apple Fritters. But Rustic Italian Food is much more than just a collection of recipes. With detailed, step-by-step instructions for making terrines, dry-cured salami, and cooked sausage; a thorough guide to bread and pasta making; and a primer on classic Italian preserves and sauces, Rustic Italian Food is also an education in kitchen fundamentals. In this book Marc Vetri connects us directly to the essence of Italian food.