Comfort: A Winter Cookbook

Comfort: A Winter Cookbook
Author: Ryland Peters & Small
Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small
Total Pages: 463
Release: 2022-10-11
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1788794907

When the weather turns cold, what could be better than sitting by the fire and enjoying home-cooked food with family and friends. From comforting casseroles and bakes to seasonal snacks and warming drinks — this is the ideal cook's companion for the winter months. Make the most of being holed up indoors and prepare some warming Snow Day Snacks. Enjoy sharing tasty treats such as Creamy Pancetta and Onion Tart or Cheddar and Cider Fondue. When it's chilly outside, what we naturally crave is comforting food. In Cold Day Comforts you'll find plenty of warming dishes including Spiced Pumpkin and Coconut Soup or Salmon Broccoli and Potato Gratin with Pesto. What better way to spend an icy afternoon than preparing a delicious meal to share with family and friends. Fireside Feasts is full of great ideas for winter entertaining. Try a Braised Pot Roast with Red Wine, Rosemary and Bay or Slow-cooked Lamb Shanks with Lentils. Make the most of the finest seasonal ingredients the winter has to offer and prepare healthy and satisfying Winter Salads. Choose from recipes such as Steak and Blue Cheese Salad or Roast Butternut Squash Salad with Spiced Lentils, Goat Cheese and Walnuts. Whether you enjoy a luxurious dessert or a slice of cake in front of the fire, there are plenty of delicious options to choose from in Indulgent Treats. Try Pecan Cheesecake Swirl Brownies, Arctic Roll with Vanilla and Chocolate or Brown Sugar Pavlova with Cinnamon Cream and Pomegranate. Finally, in A Cup of Cheer there are plenty of ideas for festive drinks and toddies. Relax at home with a warming Chocolate Marshmallow Melt or enjoy winter entertaining with a delicious Mulled Wine, guaranteed to make any holiday gathering a success.

Cozy Christmas Comforts

Cozy Christmas Comforts
Author: Gooseberry Patch
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2019-06-05
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1620933314

Warm gingerbread, the smell of fresh pine and loved ones gathered 'round...it's Christmastime! Filled with heartfelt memories, the tastiest recipes and homespun gifts to delight family & friends, Cozy Christmas Comforts is sure to become a holiday favorite. For Cozy Christmas Comforts we've selected the yummiest recipes for the holidays. Warm up on a chilly evening with simmering Slow-Cooker Chicken & Apples…enjoy Peppermint Eggnog Punch and Snowdrift Snack Mix with family & friends while trimming the tree. On Christmas morning, gather everyone together for a scrumptious breakfast of Cream Cheesy Scrambled Eggs and Caramel Sticky Rolls just like Grandma used to make. For a memorable Christmas dinner, what could be better than Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast, Holiday Sweet Potato Puffs and Angel Cream Biscuits? We've included delightful desserts too, like Cran-Apple Cobbler and Cherry Snowballs. You'll also find heartfelt Christmas memories plus simple decorating ideas and homemade gifts that everyone on your Christmas list will love. So pour yourself a steamy mug of hot cocoa and curl up by the fire…it's that time of year again!

Cozy Comforts

Cozy Comforts
Author: Barrett Williams
Publisher: Barrett Williams
Total Pages: 111
Release: 2024-10-27
Genre: House & Home
ISBN:

**Discover the Art of Cozy Living with "Cozy Comforts"** Step into a world where warmth meets style, and every room in your home becomes a sanctuary of comfort. "Cozy Comforts" is your ultimate guide to transforming any space into a haven of tranquility and elegance. Whether it's the gentle glow of ambient lighting or the soft embrace of a perfect throw blanket, this book unveils the secrets to creating a space that nurtures your soul. **Unlock the Essence of Comfort** Dive into the heart of what makes spaces truly cozy. Explore the subtle dance between emotions, memories, and atmosphere, and learn how they contribute to the science of comfort. **Textile Layering for Exceptional Warmth** Delve into the art of selecting fabrics that not only provide warmth but also elevate your home's style. From plush pillows to luxurious blankets, discover how to layer textiles for both function and fashion. **Color Your World Cozy** Explore the power of color with insights into how warm and cool tones affect the ambiance of your rooms. Learn how to use color accents and seasonal updates to keep your space fresh and inviting all year round. **Light Up Your Life** Illuminate your home with the perfect blend of natural and artificial lighting. From cozy corners to expansive open spaces, uncover lighting strategies that transform any room. **The Scent of Serenity** Infuse your space with the enchanting scents of the seasons. Discover how to select the right aromas, whether through candles or diffusers, to set the mood and enhance your cozy atmosphere. **Hygge Your Way to Happiness** Embrace the Danish art of Hygge, focusing on simple practices that bring joy and contentment to everyday living. "Cozy Comforts" is more than just a book; it's a journey into making every day a little more special, a little more you. Transform your home, uplift your spirit, and start living the cozy life you've always dreamed of.

Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice
Author: Rosamunde Pilcher
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2011-04-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0312277717

In Winter Solstice Rosamunde Pilcher brings her readers into the lives of five very different people.... Elfrida Phipps, once of London's stage, moved to the English village of Dibton in hopes of making a new life for herself. Gradually she settled into the comfortable familiarity of village life -- shopkeepers knowing her tastes, neighbors calling her by name -- still she finds herself lonely. Oscar Blundell gave up his life as a musician in order to marry Gloria. They have a beautiful daughter, Francesca, and it is only because of their little girl that Oscar views his sacrificed career as worthwhile. Carrie returns from Austria at the end of an ill-fated affair with a married man to find her mother and aunt sharing a home and squabbling endlessly. With Christmas approaching, Carrie agrees to look after her aunt's awkward and quiet teenage daughter, Lucy, so that her mother might enjoy a romantic fling in America. Sam Howard is trying to pull his life back together after his wife has left him for another. He is without home and without roots, all he has is his job. Business takes him to northern Scotland, where he falls in love with the lush, craggy landscape and set his sights on a house. It is the strange rippling effects of a tragedy that will bring these five characters together in a large, neglected estate house near the Scottish fishing town of Creagan. It is in this house, on the shortest day of the year, that the lives of five people will come together and be forever changed. Rosamunde Pilcher's long-awaited return to the page will warm the hearts of readers both old and new. Winter Solstice is a novel of love, loyalty and rebirth.

On the Far Side of the Mountain

On the Far Side of the Mountain
Author: Jean Craighead George
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 153
Release: 2001-05-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0593693515

Two years ago, Sam ran away from New York City to live in the Catskill Mountains. Now his younger sister Alice has joined him and is quietly living in a tree house of her own nearby. Their peaceful life is shattered when a conservation officer confiscates Sam’s falcon, Frightful, and Alice suddenly vanishes. Sam leaves his home to search for Alice, hoping to find Frightful, too. But the trail to the far side of the mountain may lead Sam into great danger. “Surpasses the original in style and substance . . . This story [is] a jewel.” —Booklist “George has outdone herself here.” —Kirkus Reviews

Wabi-Sabi Welcome

Wabi-Sabi Welcome
Author: Julie Pointer Adams
Publisher: Artisan Books
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2017-06-13
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1579656994

“An antidote to the veneer of perfectionism so often presented by books of its kind, Wabi-Sabi Welcome offers readers license to slow down and host guests with humility, intention, and contentment.” —Nathan Williams, founder of Kinfolk Wabi-Sabi Welcome is sharing a pot of tea with friends. It is preparing delicious food to nourish, not to show off. It’s keeping a basket of cozy slippers at the door for guests. It is well-worn linens, bouquets of foraged branches, mismatched silverware, and heirloom bowls infused with the spirit of meals served with love. In this lush entertaining manual, author Julie Pointer Adams invites readers into artful, easygoing homes around the world—in Denmark, California, France, Italy, and Japan—and teaches us how to turn the generous act of getting together into the deeper art of being together. In this book, readers will find: unexpected, thoughtful ideas and recipes from around the world; tips for creating an intimate, welcoming environment; guidelines for choosing enduring, natural decor for the home; and inspiring photographs from homes where wabi-sabi is woven into daily living.

Winter Homes

Winter Homes
Author: The Images Publishing Group
Publisher:
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2021-09-13
Genre:
ISBN: 9781864708660

* A beautifully illustrated and inspirational book to send a shiver down the reader's spine, and best enjoyed with a hot drink or curled up in front of a warm fireplace * Engaging descriptions of each project by the owners, detailing challenges, benefits, and full of tips and tricks from the experts * Covers a wide range of residences from across the globe, including USA, Canada, France, Norway, Finland and Sweden* Best design practices illustrated with examples for warm and cozy houses and interiors, how to design for wintery conditions, including large snowloadsThere's an elemental satisfaction to seeing a cozy house in the midst of a snowy landscape. It evokes feelings of warmth, security, and comfort. Take a journey through some of the best stylish winter homes across the globe, and bask in the vicarious warmth and streamlined yet cozy interior design. Winter Homes beautifully illustrates examples from the winter wonderlands of our world, and provides additional information on how the design was formulated, and what techniques have been used to contend with winter conditions. Curl up in front of the fire with this gorgeous edition, crammed full of evocative images of stylish houses in moody winter landscapes.

Cold Comfort Farm

Cold Comfort Farm
Author: Clare West
Publisher:
Total Pages: 123
Release: 1998-01-01
Genre: Readers
ISBN: 9780194228374

A school reader for secondary pupils, in the OXFORD BOOKWORMS. BLACK SERIES STAGE 6. This new series offers students at all levels the opportunity to extend their reading and appreciation of English.

Fireside Food for Cold Winter Nights

Fireside Food for Cold Winter Nights
Author: Lizzie Kamenetzky
Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2021-10-12
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 9781788792776

More than 75 satisfying recipes to warm body and soul as you snuggle up against the cold by the fireside. Winter is the perfect time to stay indoors and prepare comforting home-cooked meals. Lizzie Kamenetzky takes her inspiration from snow-covered mountains, ski towns, and cozy winter cabins, to bring you recipes that are perfect for snuggling up against the cold in front of a crackling log fire. Enjoy these delicious recipes from dawn till dusk. Start your day with coffee and a sugar-dusted breakfast bake, still warm from the oven. Rustle up a hearty winter salad or serve a bowl of steaming soup for lunch, as you look forward to a satisfying plate of dumplings, or a rich casserole come the evening. Create creamy gratins, tasty supper skillets, slow-cooked meats, and deep-filled pies, or entertain your friends with a traditional cheese fondue. Finish your indulgent meal with a rustic fruit tart, or a baked soufflé spiked with a little warming winter spirit. Whatever your craving, you will find the perfect recipe to satisfy it here, as winter food has never been so comforting or delicious.

Hygge: A Cosy Collection of Comfort Food & Drinks (How to Embrace the Hygge Lifestyle of Cosy & Simple Living)

Hygge: A Cosy Collection of Comfort Food & Drinks (How to Embrace the Hygge Lifestyle of Cosy & Simple Living)
Author: Elvira Smith
Publisher: Elvira Smith
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2022-01-03
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN:

Take a look at this short book to discover what hygge really is, where it originated from, how you can apply it to your daily life, and the common issues to be wary of. Hygge offers the opportunity to find happiness in a world that appears to be in constant turmoil. That’s a rare gift and one worth embracing. In this book i will share with you: • What hygge is • The history of hygge • Spontaneous hygge • Hygge through the seasons • Hygge vocabulary • What hygge isn't • Why the danes are so happy • And more! Whether you already practice one of these philosophies or you’re a complete beginner, this guide is your ticket to the world of hygge – along with a happier, more fulfilling life. With a range of daily hygge activities to help you put these ideas into practice, it’s never been easier to implement this happiness philosophy and begin seeing the benefits immediately!