It Takes Two to Mango

It Takes Two to Mango
Author: Carrie Doyle
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2021-06-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1728232341

FIRST BOOK IN A BRAND-NEW ISLAND COZY MYSTERY SERIES It's all fun in the sun until there's a murder in paradise Looking for an escape to the Caribbean? Check out this new series: Great beach read Perfect for fans of Ellery Adams and Vicki Delany For readers of mysteries set in paradise After Plum Lockhart's job as a travel magazine editor is eliminated in corporate cuts, she decides she's sick of cold winters in NYC and fruitless swiping on dating apps—what she needs is a dramatic change of scenery. On a whim, she accepts a job as a villa broker and moves to a beautiful Caribbean island. However, paradise isn't as perfect as it seems: the slow pace of island life, the language barrier, and a cutthroat office rival make Plum question leaving her old life behind. But when a client is found dead in the jacuzzi of Casa Mango—a property Plum manages—she knows she's really in a jam. With a killer loose on the island Plum will have to deal with a stonewalling police chief, a string of baffling clues, and a handsome Director of Security to solve this deadly case!

Kindred Spirits

Kindred Spirits
Author: Stephanie Wahler
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2024-04-16
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1797225448

A delightful drinks book for couples, Kindred Spirits serves up 40 cocktail recipes to enjoy with your sweetie, 40+ photos, and creative date ideas that will add some spirited fun to your love life. From the mixologist behind the popular @bevsbybeverly Instagram and TikTok accounts, these tempting cocktail recipes take date night to the next level. Organized by type of date—from the classic dinner date to daytime dates, movie nights, double dates, special occasions, and more—these indulgent cocktails for two include: Up All Night Espresso Martinis to fuel a passionate game night and/or a night of passion. StrawBAE & Balsamics to toast each other while on a romantic picnic in the park. Hottie Toddies for a cozy movie night at home with your hottie. Lush photography sets the mood while sidebars offer memorable date activities--like Arts & Craft & Sip Night and Couchella--a bucket list for couples, a roundup of best rom-coms, a sexy playlist, and more. Alongside cocktail paraphernalia or a bottle of liquor, Kindred Spirits is a lovely newlywed, engagement, anniversary, or housewarming gift for couples who enjoy mixing up tasty cocktails at home. Cheers to love, libations, and happily ever after! MAKES DATE NIGHT FUN AND EASY TO PLAN: Mixing and sipping on a delicious bev with your boo is an enjoyable way to spend time together. Kindred Spirits offers 40 delicious drink recipes plus tons of great ideas for romantic activities that will bring couples closer together, such as a dance party, a home-cooked meal, and low-key ways to celebrate Valentine's Day. IDEAL ENGAGEMENT OR WEDDING GIFT: Rather than gifting an engaged couple a handbook on wedding planning, give them the gift that keeps on giving. Packed with tasty cocktail recipes and fun things to do together, this will be one of the best engagement, shower, or wedding gifts they'll receive. FOR COUPLES AT ANY STAGE: Alongside a shaker, playful ice cube molds, or pretty glassware, Kindred Spirits makes a thoughtful gift for couples at any stage of their relationship. The recipes are flexible enough to inspire delectable drinks for de-stressing while wedding planning, celebrating a milestone anniversary, cheers-ing to a new home, or toasting a newly empty nest. ROMANTIC GIFT FOR HIM OR HER: Give this to your mixology-loving partner as a thoughtful anniversary or Valentine's Day present, or as a stocking stuffer. Kindred Spirits is full of ways to keep having fun with your person. Perfect for: Couples who are interested in mixology and like making drinks at home Newlyweds and engaged couples Cocktail-loving couples who are moving in together or have bought their first house Shoppers looking for an anniversary, engagement, housewarming, or Valentine's Day gift Fans of @bevsbybeverly and popular cocktail accounts with beautiful visuals and easy recipes

"It takes two": Women’s empowerment in agricultural value chains in Malawi

Author: Ragasa, Catherine
Publisher: Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Total Pages: 71
Release: 2021-03-03
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Inclusive agricultural value chains (VCs) are potential drivers for poverty reduction, food security, and women’s empowerment. This report assesses the implementation of the Agricultural Technical and Vocational Education Training for Women Program (ATVET4Women) that aims to support women with vocational training and market linkages in priority agricultural value chains. This report focuses on Malawi, one of the six pilot countries of the ATVET4Women; and focuses on vegetable value chains in which some non-formal training sessions have been conducted as of October 2019. This report presents (1) program experience of stakeholders; (2) evidence of program benefits and challenges among ATVET4Women non-formal training graduates; and (3) baseline data on value chain and empowerment indicators, using a pilot household survey-based instrument for measuring women’s empowerment in agricultural value chains (pro-WEAI for market inclusion) and supplementary qualitative research. Results show graduates’ satisfaction and appreciation of the training provided, and some graduates reported having access to more lucrative markets as a result of the training. However, positive changes in several outcome indicators were reported by only some graduates: 30 percent of graduates reported increased production and sales. There is no significant difference in the reported changes and levels of vegetable production and income between graduates and non-graduates. Qualitative findings suggest that constraints to accessing agricultural inputs and funds to upgrade their production may be why there are no measured differences. Results on empowerment status reveal that 73 percent of women and 85 percent of men in the sample are empowered, and 73 percent of the sample households achieved gender parity. The main contributor of disempowerment among women and men is lack of work balance and autonomy in income. Fewer women achieved adequacy in work balance than men. Adequacies in attitudes about domestic violence, respect among household members, input in productive decisions, and asset ownership are generally high for both women and men, but significantly lower for women. While this report is mainly descriptive and further analysis is ongoing, it offers some lessons and practical implications for improving ATVET4Women program implementation and its outcomes on women’s market access, incomes, and empowerment.

101 Foods That Could Save Your Life

101 Foods That Could Save Your Life
Author: David Grotto
Publisher: Bantam
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2010-12-28
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0345526872

When it comes to food, nature provides a wealth of delicious choices. But each one also supplies unique health benefits. Leading nutritionist David Grotto reveals a wealth of power foods, from apples to yogurt, and explains why • A handful of cherries before bed can help you sleep better • Hot peppers may fight skin cancer • Potatoes may reduce the risk of stroke • Grape juice may be as heart-healthy as red wine • Honey can help wounds heal faster Each entry features a history of a food’s origin, a list of therapeutic benefits, information on scientific research, tips for use and preparation, and an appetizing recipe from a leading chef or nutritionist. Prepare to awaken your taste buds, lose weight, and let the healing begin!

It Takes Two

It Takes Two
Author: Sylvia Wilson
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2008-03-12
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9781438941905

Liza Alexander was a successful business woman who recently lost the love of her life. She struggles to learn to live again while holding on to Jonathan's memory. Langston Matthews and Rick Deenal change Liza's life forever, when her family encourages her to vacation in Washington, D.C.

Something's Guava Give

Something's Guava Give
Author: Carrie Doyle
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2022-01-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1728232376

Nothing ruins an ocean view like a body on the beach! Plum Lockhart went out on a limb when she ditched her corporate job in New York City and moved to the Caribbean island of Paraiso. Now the head of her own villa broker agency, Plum spends her days chasing down clients and lounging on white sand beaches. But the sweet life turns sour when a publishing heiress is found dead at the mansion of an eccentric tycoon, Dieter Friedrich. Even worse, Plum's old colleague cashes in a favor and asks her to investigate. It looks like she'll need to fit a murder case into her already jam-packed schedule! Friedrich is known for his shady dealings, but he's not the only bad apple on the island—Plum will have to contend with a scheming millionaire, a sleazy rockstar, and devious B-list celebrities. And joining Plum once again is Juan Kevin Munoz, the distractingly gorgeous Director of Security. Despite the sparks between them, they'll need to stay focused on the case—there's a murderer hot on their heels!

Any Given Sundae

Any Given Sundae
Author: Morgana Best
Publisher: Best Cosy Books
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2016-07-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1925674517

All good things must cone to an end . . . Sibyl Potts has finally been awarded her long-awaited property settlement, and the fact her ex-husband has been sentenced for her attempted murder is the cherry on top. Yet just as all seems sweet in her world, the body of one of Cressida’s boarders is found in Sibyl’s cottage next to a half eaten ice cream sundae. Looks like there’s a rocky road ahead. When all the evidence points to Sibyl as the culprit, how will she scoop out the evidence and prove her innocence? And will the murderer get their just desserts? Any Given Sundae is Book 5 in the USA Today Bestselling cozy mystery series, Australian Amateur Sleuth.

Death on Windmill Way

Death on Windmill Way
Author: Carrie Doyle
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2020-06-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 172821386X

First book in the Hamptons Murder Mysteries cozy series! Antonia's looking for some peace and quiet... too bad she moved to the Hamptons! Featuring the quirky chef and amateur sleuth Antonia Bingham, this new mystery book is: Perfect for Fans of Denise Swanson and Louise Penny For readers of classic murder mysteries and scenic town cozy mysteries The Hamptons are known for beautiful beaches, luxurious living, millionaire mansions, and now...murder! Antonia Bingham, a renowned chef and the new owner of East Hampton's Windmill Inn, escaped to the Hamptons to get away from a harrowing past. Yet she finds herself in more danger than ever when she learns about a curse that haunts the inn—all previous owners have died suspiciously. When she's not cooking sumptuous meals for her guests Antonia digs into the investigation to uncover who's behind the curse. Could the culprit be a guest at the inn, or is there a killer on the road? And the closer she gets to the truth, the closer she gets to being the next victim—will she solve the case in time to save herself? This highly anticipated new cozy mystery release is full of superb dinners, walks on the beach, and baffling clues.

American Heart Association 365 Ways to Get Out the Fat

American Heart Association 365 Ways to Get Out the Fat
Author: American Heart Association
Publisher: Harmony
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2010-05-19
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 030787415X

The latest addition to the bestselling AHA library, this book is chock-full of tips on cooking, shopping, snacking, and preparing and customizing favorite foods, this fact-filled guide makes it easy to keep fat (especially saturated fat) and cholesterol under control--a boon for healthier hearts and trimmer waistlines.

The Vegan Planet, Revised Edition

The Vegan Planet, Revised Edition
Author: Robin Robertson
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 547
Release: 2014-01-14
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1558328319

When it first appeared in 2003, Vegan Planet revolutionized animal-free cooking. Robin Robertson's pioneering book played a leading role in the passage of veganism from subculture to mainstream culinary lifestyle. Its breadth and variety of fantastically flavorful food not only gave vegans what they craved, it gave them food they could serve up happily to their non-vegan family members and friends. One decade and more than 100,000 copies later, this important classic is back in a thoroughly revised edition. Vegan cookbooks are big sellers today, but in a thicket of topical and niche titles there's a need for an everyday cooking bible on which vegan cooks can rely. The new Vegan Planet meets that need handsomely. Robertson's extensive updates cover such things as: the newly expanded range of whole grains that are available; super greens, such as kale and chard, that are rising in popularity; new facts concerning which cooking oils are healthiest and most earth-friendly; and new saucing and flavoring ideas from the global pantry. Throughout, there's the spirit of adventure and of culinary creativity that has cemented Robertson's reputation at the top of the vegan pantheon.