BBQ Economics

BBQ Economics
Author: Liam Dann
Publisher: Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2024-03-05
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1776953851

Should I fix or float? Is now a good time to buy — or sell? What do self-made billionaires know that you and I don’t? Why does cheese cost so much? Veteran financial journalist Liam Dann has fielded as many money-related questions as he has enjoyed beers around the BBQ — and often at the same time. In this book, he sets out to answer them all, sharing his decades of insight with stories and quotes from prominent politicians, financial experts and business moguls and loads of helpful graphs and illustrations in a super-informative, entertaining introduction to money, how it works, what we should do with it, and why it matters. Includes: — What even is money? — Economic theory — Who’s left, who’s right, who’s wrong?: Money and politics — Bitcoin, NFTs and the future of money — Inflation and deflation — AI and the future of work — Migration — How to read an economic forecast — Good times, bad times: Growth, recessions and depressions — Work smarter: NZ’s productivity problem — Earthquakes, pandemics and market crashes — Investing — Safe as houses: The Kiwi obsession with property — Bank profits — The Great Depression — Boomer Times — Muldoon’s shadow — GDP or not GDP — Taxing questions — Understanding risk — And so much more . . . “Liam has managed to do the almost impossible — make the world of economics accessible, interesting and, dare I say it, even fun.” — Grant Robertson, Former Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister ‘Who knew The Lorax, Biggie Smalls and Jim Bolger’s surf team could help explain economics? Dann nails why money matters. This is how to talk finance at the BBQ and still be invited back.” — Guyon Espiner, Investigative journalist “Liam's a master at telling you what you didn't know you needed to know, while still making you laugh. If you want a shortcut to impressing your friends at the weekend, this is the book to help you do it.” — Frances Cook, Personal finance journalist and educator “A guidebook to sounding smart next time someone asks about the economy. Dann easily translates complex jargon into simple, Kiwi examples.” — Brad Olsen, Chief Executive and Principal Economist, Infometrics “A surprisingly fun and easy read - filled with characters, humour and Liam's personal stories - that gives us the how, why and who of money in New Zealand.” — Mary Holm, Personal finance writer and seminar presenter “Liam has a remarkable way of making the complicated, uncomplicated. His insightful, considered, and plain-English explanation of economics is a must-read for anyone wanting to know just what makes our economy tick.” — Sir John Key, former Prime Minister of New Zealand

Fire & Flavor: The Ultimate Guide to BBQ and Grilling Perfection

Fire & Flavor: The Ultimate Guide to BBQ and Grilling Perfection
Author: Patricia T. Reynoso
Publisher: Laurentiu-Marian Ene
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2024-10-24
Genre: Cooking
ISBN:

"Fire & Flavor: The Ultimate Guide to BBQ and Grilling Perfection" is your comprehensive handbook for becoming a true master of the grill. Whether you're a seasoned barbecue aficionado or a novice griller just starting out, this book is your ticket to unlocking the secrets of smoky, succulent, and downright irresistible barbecue. From the smoldering embers of hardwood charcoal to the sizzle of juicy steaks hitting the grill grates, there's something undeniably primal and satisfying about cooking over an open flame. And with "Fire & Flavor" as your guide, you'll learn how to harness the power of fire to create mouthwatering barbecue masterpieces that will have your friends and family begging for more. But "Fire & Flavor" is more than just a collection of recipes—it's a comprehensive guide that covers everything you need to know to achieve barbecue perfection. From choosing the right cuts of meat and mastering the art of seasoning to perfecting your grilling techniques and mastering the art of smoke, this book leaves no stone unturned in its quest for barbecue greatness. Discover the secrets to building and maintaining the perfect fire, whether you prefer the slow, steady heat of charcoal or the convenience of gas. Learn how to control temperature and airflow to achieve the ideal cooking conditions for everything from low-and-slow smoked brisket to quick-seared steaks. Explore a treasure trove of mouthwatering recipes that showcase the incredible versatility of the grill, from classic barbecue staples like ribs, pulled pork, and brisket to innovative dishes that push the boundaries of what's possible on the grill. With recipes for everything from meats and seafood to vegetables and desserts, there's something for everyone in "Fire & Flavor." But "Fire & Flavor" isn't just about recipes—it's also about technique. With step-by-step instructions and expert tips from professional pitmasters, you'll learn how to achieve perfect grill marks, impart smoky flavor, and avoid common pitfalls that can ruin your barbecue. Whether you're grilling for a crowd or just whipping up a quick weeknight dinner, you'll have the confidence and know-how to grill like a pro. Experience the thrill of cooking over an open flame and the satisfaction of serving up barbecue perfection with "Fire & Flavor: The Ultimate Guide to BBQ and Grilling Perfection." With its wealth of knowledge, inspiring recipes, and expert guidance, this book is sure to become your go-to resource for all things barbecue. So fire up the grill, gather your friends and family, and get ready to create unforgettable barbecue memories with "Fire & Flavor" as your guide. With its expert tips, mouthwatering recipes, and infectious enthusiasm for all things barbecue, this book will inspire you to take your grilling game to the next level and become the backyard barbecue hero you were always meant to be.

Biomass Gasification, Pyrolysis, and Torrefaction

Biomass Gasification, Pyrolysis, and Torrefaction
Author: Prabir Basu
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 707
Release: 2023-08-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0443137854

Biomass Gasification, Pyrolysis, and Torrefaction: Practical Design, Theory, and Climate Change Mitigation, Fourth Edition explores the role of biomass conversion in climate change mitigation. With a focus on design, analysis and operational aspects of biomass gasification, pyrolysis and torrefaction, this edition offers comprehensive coverage of biomass in its gas, liquid and solid states. Processing and cleaning of product gas in gasification is considered, as are biomaterials and their development, making this a versatile resource that not only explains the basic principles of energy conversion systems, but also provides valuable insights into the design of a complete biomass conversion systems. For the first time, hydrogen production for fuel cells applications is addressed, reflecting the expanding role of hydrogen as a fuel source. Although the book carries the name 'biomass', the bulk of its content is also applicable to non-biomass fuels like coal, petcoke, municipal solid waste and others. This book will allow professionals, such as engineers, scientists, and operating personnel of biomass gasification, pyrolysis or torrefaction plants, to gain a better comprehension of biomass conversion. - Features updates with the most recent research and technology - Includes a dedicated chapter on hydrogen production for fuel cell application - Explores the application of biomass conversion in climate change mitigation and sustainable development - Contains updated step-by-step process flow diagrams, design data, conversion charts and numerical examples with solutions - Provides available research results in an easy-to-use design methodology - Spotlights advanced processes such as supercritical water gasification and torrefaction of biomass - Examines the economic aspects of biomass conversion, including ecological economics and the circular economy for sustainable development

KY BBQ

KY BBQ
Author: Wes Berry
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2013-03-01
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 081314180X

“This book is an education in all things Kentucky barbecue” and the ideal guide for “a lip-smacking trip through the best BBQ in the Bluegrass State” (Maggie Green, author of The Kentucky Fresh Cookbook). The Kentucky Barbecue Book is a feast for readers who are eager to sample the finest fare in the state. From the banks of the Mississippi to the hidden hollows of the Appalachian Mountains, author and barbecue enthusiast Wes Berry hits the trail in search of the best smoke, the best flavor, and the best pitmasters he can find. This handy guide presents the most succulent menus and colorful personalities in Kentucky. Kentucky style barbecue is distinct because of its use of mutton and traditional cooking methods. Many of the establishments featured in this book are dedicated to the time-honored craft of cooking over hot hardwood coals inside cinderblock pits. These traditions are disappearing as methods requiring less manpower, less wood, and less skill gain ground.

Developments in British Public Policy

Developments in British Public Policy
Author: Peter Dorey
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2005-11-05
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780761949060

This work provides a comprehensive review of all the key public policy sectors in contemporary British politics. Each chapter is written by a leading authority in their field and includes case studies, discussion questions and further reading.

BBQ Sauces, Rubs and Marinades For Dummies

BBQ Sauces, Rubs and Marinades For Dummies
Author: Traci Cumbay
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 278
Release: 2011-04-22
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1118052838

Think only master chefs can create the savory, succulent barbecue masterpieces you love to eat? Nonsense! BBQ Sauces, Rubs & Marinades For Dummies shows you everything you need to dig in, get your apron dirty, and start stirring up scrumptious sauces, magical marinades, and rubs to remember. Featuring 100 bold new recipes, along with lots of savvy tips for spicing up your backyard barbecue, this get-the-flavor guide a healthy dose of barbecue passion as it delivers practical advice and great recipes from some of America's best competition barbecue cooks. You get formulas for spicing up chicken, beef, pork, and even seafood, plus plenty of suggestions on equipment, side dishes, and much more. Discover how to: Choose the right types of meat Build a BBQ tool set Craft your own sauces Smoke and grill like a pro Marinate like a master Choose the perfect time to add sauce Rub your meat the right way Whip up fantastic sides Add flavor with the right fuel Plan hours (and hours) ahead Cook low and slow for the best results Avoid flavoring pitfalls Turn BBQ leftovers into ambrosia Complete with helpful lists of dos and don’ts, as well as major barbecue events and associations, BBQ Sauces, Rubs & Marinades For Dummies is the secret ingredient that will have your family, friends, and neighborhoods begging for more.

The Economics of the Mishnah

The Economics of the Mishnah
Author: Jacob Neusner
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 208
Release: 1990-03
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780226576558

In this compelling study, Jacob Neusner argues that economics is an active and generative ingredient of the system of the Mishnah. The Mishnah directly addresses such economic concerns as the value of work, agronomics, currency, commerce and the marketplace, and correct management of labor and of the household. In all its breadth, the Mishnah poses the question of the critical place occupied by the economy in society under God's rule. The Economics of the Mishnah is the first book to examine the place of economic theory generally in the Judaic system of the Mishnah. Jacob Neusner begins by surveying previous work on economics and Judaism, the best known being Werner Sombart's The Jews and Modern Capitalism. The mistaken notion that Jews have had a common economic history has outlived the demise of Sombart's argument, and it is a notion that Neusner overturns before discussing the Mishnaic economics. Only in Aristotle, Neusner argues, do we find an equal to the Mishnah's accomplishment in engaging economics in the service of a larger systemic statement. Neusner shows that the framers of the Mishnah imagined a distributive economy functioning through the Temple and priesthood, while also legislating for the action of markets. The economics of the Mishnah, then, is to some extent a mixed economy. The dominant, distributive element in this mixed economy, Neusner contends, derives from the belief that the Temple and its designated castes on earth exercise God's claim to the ownership of the holy land. He concludes by considering the implications of the derivation of the Mishnah's economics from the interests of the undercapitalized and overextended farmer.

ECONOMICS HIGHER SECONDARY LEVEL

ECONOMICS HIGHER SECONDARY LEVEL
Author: NARAYAN CHANGDER
Publisher: CHANGDER OUTLINE
Total Pages: 1389
Release: 2022-12-18
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

THE ECONOMICS HIGHER SECONDARY LEVEL MCQ (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS) SERVES AS A VALUABLE RESOURCE FOR INDIVIDUALS AIMING TO DEEPEN THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF VARIOUS COMPETITIVE EXAMS, CLASS TESTS, QUIZ COMPETITIONS, AND SIMILAR ASSESSMENTS. WITH ITS EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF MCQS, THIS BOOK EMPOWERS YOU TO ASSESS YOUR GRASP OF THE SUBJECT MATTER AND YOUR PROFICIENCY LEVEL. BY ENGAGING WITH THESE MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS, YOU CAN IMPROVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE SUBJECT, IDENTIFY AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT, AND LAY A SOLID FOUNDATION. DIVE INTO THE ECONOMICS HIGHER SECONDARY LEVEL MCQ TO EXPAND YOUR ECONOMICS HIGHER SECONDARY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE AND EXCEL IN QUIZ COMPETITIONS, ACADEMIC STUDIES, OR PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS. THE ANSWERS TO THE QUESTIONS ARE PROVIDED AT THE END OF EACH PAGE, MAKING IT EASY FOR PARTICIPANTS TO VERIFY THEIR ANSWERS AND PREPARE EFFECTIVELY.

The Slaw and the Slow Cooked

The Slaw and the Slow Cooked
Author: James R. Veteto
Publisher: Vanderbilt University Press
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2012-01-30
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 0826518036

The world of barbecue in the Mid-South

Life of Fire

Life of Fire
Author: Pat Martin
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2022-03-15
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1984826131

“The most important book on cooking over live fire in decades. Life of Fire illuminates it all, from coal beds, to home-built pits (in minutes!) to simple, delicious, recipes and enough whole hog know-how to impress the weekend warriors without intimidating newcomers.”—Andrew Zimmern ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: Saveur One of the few pitmasters still carrying the torch of West Tennessee whole-hog barbecue, Nashville’s Pat Martin has studied and taught this craft for years. Now he reveals all he knows about the art of barbecue and live fire cooking. Through beautiful photography and detailed instruction, the lessons start with how to prepare and feed a fire—what wood to use, how to build a pit or a grill, how to position it to account for the weather—then move into cooking through all the stages of that fire’s life. You’ll sear tomatoes for sandwiches and infuse creamed corn with the flavor of char from the temperamental, adolescent fire. Next, you’ll grill chicken with Alabama white sauce over the grown-up fire, and, of course, you’ll master pit-cooked whole hog, barbecue ribs, turkey, pork belly, and pork shoulder over the smoldering heat of mature coals. Finally, you’ll roast vegetables buried in white ash, and you’ll smoke bacon and country hams in the dying embers of the winter fire. For Pat Martin, grilling, barbecuing, and smoking is a whole lifetime’s worth of practice and pleasure—a life of fire that will transform the way you cook.