Food & Drink Books

Book SynopsisMuch more than sausage and sauerkraut, German Cooking combines traditional recipes with lighter dishes that reflect the contemporary German lifestyle. From soups and salads to entrees and desserts, this book is packed with more than 200 easy-to-follow recipes—accompanied by intriguing details about the historical and cultural origins of the dishes. You’ll find classic favorites such as Wiener Schnitzel and Black Forest Cherry Cake, as well as modern innovations like Quick Marinated Beef and Chilled Peach & Pear Soup, in this collection of authentic German recipes adapted for the American kitchen.

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Book SynopsisAn award-winning state and county fair competitor shares her personal secrets to creating terrific preserves, jams, jellies, and marmalades, presenting more than two hundred recipes for all categories of preserves, as well as helpful advice on canning, cooking techniques, and more. Original.

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Book SynopsisPublic television cooking show host Christina Pirello is the woman who put the fun back into healthy cooking. In Christina Cooks she''s responded to the hundreds of questions that her viewers and readers have put to her over the years-with lots of sound, sane advice, hints, tips and techniques-plus loads of great recipes for scrumptious, healthy meals with a Mediterranean flair.A whole foods cookbook, Christina Cooks offers inventive ideas for breakfast, special occasions, and what to feed the kids. Chapters include Soups, Breakfast, Kids'' Favorites, Beans, Grains, Vegetables, Beverages, and Desserts-Christina addresses popular myths about dairy and protein amongst other often misunderstood ideas about healthful eating.

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Book SynopsisFor more than 20 years, Polish Cooking has given readers a taste of genuine Polish cuisine. Now, updated and revised with new information and twenty new recipes, including such favorites as Apple Pancakes, Mushroom Croquettes, and Lazy Noodles, it continues to provide a sampling of Polish dishes that have survived over the last ten centuries.Polish-born Marianna Olszewska Heberle reveals a rich variety of over 200 authentic recipes in this outstanding cookbook rivaling the best European cuisines. Easy-to-follow instructions make it simple to prepare such traditional Polish favorites as Poppy Seed Pierogies, Stuffed Cabbage, Hunter''s Stew, Warsaw Herring, and many more.Plus readers will learn about holiday traditions and the proud culinary heritage of this fascinating country with Polish Cooking. 

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Book SynopsisFor the millions of home cooks who swear by the ease and convenience of the slow cooker, this book provides a new array of healthy, delicious recipes. And for the millions of vegetarians looking for simple, hearty fare, this book introduces them to the magic of slow cooking. The book proves that slow cookers can be used for much more than just tough, inexpensive cuts of meat. They are perfect for vegetarian and healthy cooking because slow cooking is a foolproof way to make beans, grains, root vegetables, in preparations such as Spicy White Bean and Sweet potato Stew with Collards, Balsamic-Glazed Carrots and Parsnips, and Boston Brown Bread. Stuffed vegetables such as Bell Peppers Stuffed with Couscous and Lentils, are moist and tender, with none of the oven's dryness. Even desserts such as Chocolate Fancy Fondue and Brandy-Laced Pear Brown Betty, are sensational.

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Book SynopsisShrimp Italian, Crabmeat Contessa, StuffedArtichokes-in New Orleans, Italian cooking means a unique combination ofspices, sauces, and flavors. Compiled by the Italian-American Society ofJefferson Auxiliary, The New Orleans Italian Cookbook includesrecipes for traditional favorites such as Ravioli, Pizza, and EggplantParmesan, as well as special creations by some of New Orleans' best cooks.The blending of two cultures, Creole and Italian, has produced culinarydelights that rank with the finest of New Orleans' world-renowned cuisine. Therecipe for spicy Shrimp Mosca has been included in this cookbook, as has theoriginal recipe for the Creole-Italian Muffuletta, first created at CentralGrocery in New Orleans. There are also instructions on how to prepare AuntJennie's Italian Red Beans-easy to make and guaranteed to be delicious.Try them all, but don't forget to save room for such delectable desserts asCassata, Fig Cookies, and Almond Biscotti!

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Book SynopsisThis cookbook is a blend of recipes, humour, history and practical magical techniques which demonstrate how cooking can reflect spiritual beliefs. It makes clear how ingredients found in any pantry can be transformed into magical meals.

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Book SynopsisJapanese whisky is now hailed as among the very best in the world, having won scores of international accolades. In 2014 a Japanese whisky finally won the title of World's Best Whisky in Jim Murray's Whisky Bible and the art continues to thrive as demand across the globe grows. With Japanese whisky consistently outscoring established distilleries in blind tastings and awards, this well-timed book brings to life a whisky that is rapidly capturing the hearts of even diehard traditionalists and becoming sought after in bars across the world.Trade Review"Highly acclaimed for its quality, whisky from Japan is one of the most sought after liquors in the global drink market, today. ‘Whisky Japan,’ a new book from Kodansha, demystifies how the craze emerged by further digging into history, production, marketing, and development of Japanese whisky as well as how to enjoy it." – Chopsticks NY"Recommended" – Good Spirits News"It’s a great read! I’m so glad there’s a book devoted to Japanese whisky. My hope is that people pick it up to educate themselves, especially in this culture where whisky fans want to know more." – Adventures in Whiskey"Bartenders and guests can’t seem to get enough of Japanese whisky; and it doesn’t hurt that the spirit has a touch of mystery to it. Letting you in on the secret, this informational read will teach you about its process, its distilleries, its traditions, its history and its future, along with practical tidbits, like the best bars to find Japanese whisky, how to pair it with food and how to use it in a cocktail." – The Tasting Panel"Whisky Japan by Dominic Roskrow is a fascinating look into the malt whiskies of Japan. . . . The immersive coffee-table-book-size tome transports us to the perfectionist distilleries of Japan, making malted whiskies similar to Scotch. But don’t make the mistake of thinking these complex spirits are mere copies of the internationally recognized Scottish whisky. Instead, Roskrow writes, ‘Japanese whisky has taken a Scottish blueprint and quite deliberately tweaked it to suit a Japanese palate.’ The book helpfully provides information on Japanese-centric bars around the world, including the U.S., where you’ll be able to find a hearty selection of bottles. . . . " – Austin American-Statesman"Dominic Roskrow’s book comes to us as a milestone in the history of Japanese whisky appreciation! Well-informed, beautifully-designed and loaded with crucial practical information, it is a must-have for the whisky connoisseur and the younger drinker alike." – Flavien Desoblin, owner of Copper & Oak and The Brandy Library, NYC"If you are a whisky aficionado then the new book by English writer Dominic Roskrow called "Whisky Japan" should be on your Xmas stocking list. This is an impressive 288-page book that tells the story of how a spirit of no interest or value to whisky drinkers Is now the most sought-after in the industry. . . . The pictures and graphics are stunning. . . . detailed information on each whisky is thorough. . . it just makes you wat to go out and try some of them at a whisky bar.. . . a must-buy." --Spiritsman"Veteran whisky writer Dominic Roskrow has written one of the most extensive books on Japanese whisky yet with Whisky Japan. . . ." – WhiskyCast Holiday Gift Guide"This beautifully photographed book gives an inspiring glimpse into the world of Japanese whisky-making. . . . If you’re hoping to lose yourself in fantasies of a grand tour of every distillery in Japan, daydream about visiting the world’s best Japanese whisky bars, or just enjoy some gorgeous images of some of Japan’s most scenic locations, you’ll be happy. . . . The most valuable sections of the book are the interviews with master blenders, distillers, distillery operators, bartenders, writers, and other industry insiders sprinkled throughout." – The Whiskey Wash"An open mind on the subject of whisky is rewarded with myriad pleasures, and this "Essential Guide to the World’s Most Exotic Whisky" details a century-old history of making brown spirits right up to the present, when distillers have created cult whiskies. . . . Dominic Roskrow has long experience as an award-winning spirits journalist, and the illustrations, paper stock and presentation are all complementary to the whiskies themselves." – John Mariani’s Virtual Gourmet"This book details the whiskies and their culture, profiles key distilleries and their masters, gives you a list of all the great bars around the world to drink Japanese whisky and even provides some excellent cocktail recipes to make with it. It’s an essential read (with gorgeous photos too). . . ." – The Alcohol Professor". . . a masterpiece, which should be in all spirits and wine libraries around the world." – Edouard Cointreau, President of the Jury – Gourmand World Cookbook Awards"There is such a cornucopia of information, interesting insights, places to put on your "To Do" list, it is simply a delight to pick up the book and randomly read what it opens to. I continue to do this and find it difficult to not turn to the next page and then on to the next page again and again." – Paul Rest, Your Home with Karie EngelTable of ContentsCONTENTS FOREWORD BY MIKE MIYAMOTO 08 INTRODUCTION 12022 ONE The History of Japanese Whisky034 TWO Making Japanese Whisky060 THREE The Whisky Distilleries of Japan112 FOUR Tasting Notes138 FIVE The Rise of Japanese Whisky156 SIX Japanese Whisky Bars182 SEVEN Bars Around the World234 EIGHT Whisky Cocktails and Food Pairings246 NINE The Future of Japanese Whisky A TOURIST’S GUIDE TO JAPAN 262 WHISKY DIRECTORY, ACKNOWLEDGMENTS, BIBLIOGRAPHY, GLOSSARY, INDEX, PICTURE CREDITS 276

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Book SynopsisA modern home-keeping handbook for thrifty DIYers who care about sustainability and want to create an organised, productive and beautiful kitchen and home. A fresh take on modern homemaking, this is a practical (and sometimes sassy) guide to maximising your time, effort and energy in the kitchen and beyond. With a focus on less consumerism, you will learn how to organise your kitchen and home to make best use of your time and enjoy great results. For those yearning to live a more ecologically-minded, grounded lifestyle, this book is full of practical, no-nonsense advice, fabulous recipes and time- and money-saving techniques. There are 77 edible recipes and 38 home and bodycare recipes.Trade Review"A lifestyle guide for eco-conscious consumers." -Publishers Weekly "This title enables an easy start down the path to a homemade, fun, environmentally responsible lifestyle. Home cooks will discover fresh recipes and adopt techniques the author shared from her professional kitchen experience." -Library Journal "Offers tips for sustainability-minded modern homemaking. With recipes and instructions for 'urban homesteading,' this book explores reducing consumption and living healthfully." -Alaska Beyond, Alaska Airlines magazine "Strauss chronicles her homemade life in The Hands-On Home. The beginner-friendly book features 77 food recipes (think green herb lamb chops with preserved lemon oil) and 38 home and body-care recipes." -Seattle Magazine "[Erica Strauss is] something like a one-woman Sunset magazine for home cooks and gardeners in the Seattle region. In this "seasonal guide to cooking, preserving, and natural home keeping" she relays recipes and advice for making your kitchen and home as DIY as you like, from making your own tortillas to making your own toothpaste. An attractively photographed, empowering doorstop of a book, whether readers want to learn canning or want to change their lives." -The Seattle Times "The book is separated by season, offering simple tips and tricks for the quiet, cozy activism of taking back your home, from seasonal recipes and preserving tips to guides to making your own Bronners-style Castile soap, DIY oven cleaner, and lip balm." -Portland Monthly "The Hands-On Home by Erica Strauss is a practical primer for modern, natural homesteading with advice on cooking, preserving, cleaning, and personal care. Organized by season, it offers a years' worth of do-able projects for DIY living, plus enticing recipes like Swiss Chard Gratin and Short Ribs in Red Wine." -Yahoo! Food "Erica Strauss acts as your seasonal guide to cooking, cleaning and caring for yourself and your family in a more active way, and making your house truly feel like a home." -Red Tricycle "[The] bath bombs are fun to make and the reward for your efforts is a long soak in a heavenly scented bath. Kids love them and if you can bear to give them away, they make great gifts." -The Simple Things "[The Hands-On Home] includes creative, money-saving tips covering just about every aspect of homekeeping." -Allrecipes.com "Pinterest-perfect craft[s] that are as useful as they are cute." -Mother Earth News

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Book Synopsis“Everything I made from the book . . . was surprisingly easy and just as delicious as what I’ve eaten at the restaurants.” —New York Times Book Review From Brooklyn's sizzling restaurant scene, the hottest cookbook of the season... From urban singles to families with kids, local residents to the Hollywood set, everyone flocks to Frankies Spuntino—a tin-ceilinged, brick-walled restaurant in Brooklyn's Carroll Gardens—for food that is "completely satisfying" (wrote Frank Bruni in The New York Times). The two Franks, both veterans of gourmet kitchens, created a menu filled with new classics: Italian American comfort food re-imagined with great ingredients and greenmarket sides. This witty cookbook, with its gilded edges and embossed cover, may look old-fashioned, but the recipes are just we want to eat now. The entire Frankies menu is adapted here for the home cook—from small bites including Cremini Mushroom and Truffle Oil Crostini, to such salads as Escarole with Sliced Onion & Walnuts, to hearty main dishes including homemade Cavatelli with Hot Sausage & Browned Butter. With shortcuts and insider tricks gleaned from years in gourmet kitchens, easy tutorials on making fresh pasta or tying braciola, and an amusing discourse on Brooklyn-style Sunday "sauce" (ragu), The Frankies Spuntino Kitchen Companion & Kitchen Manual will seduce both experienced home cooks and a younger audience that is newer to the kitchen.

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Book SynopsisAn intimate collection of more than 175 of the finest Vietnamese recipes.When author Andrea Nguyen''s family was airlifted out of Saigon in 1975, one of the few belongings that her mother hurriedly packed for the journey was her small orange notebook of recipes. Thirty years later, Nguyen has written her own intimate collection of recipes, Into the Vietnamese Kitchen, an ambitious debut cookbook that chronicles the food traditions of her native country. Robustly flavored yet delicate, sophisticated yet simple, the recipes include steamy pho noodle soups infused with the aromas of fresh herbs and lime; rich clay-pot preparations of catfish, chicken, and pork; classic bánh mì sandwiches; and an array of Vietnamese charcuterie. Nguyen helps readers shop for essential ingredients, master core cooking techniques, and prepare and serve satisfying meals, whether for two on a weeknight or 12 on a weekend.

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Book SynopsisThis convenient pocket guide packs the knowledgeable information of the original whole foods bible into a concise, easy-to-carry format. Focusing mainly on core food products available at large-scale supermarkets and natural foods stores, easy-reference entries help shoppers navigate their many options when choosing organic, whole, local, and sustainably and ethically produced foods.  An updated pocket-size edition of the definitive guide to buying, storing, and preparing whole foods. Handy charts and tables summarize what's in season when. Organic food sales totaled nearly $17 billion in 2006, up 22 percent from the previous year, in the U.S. alone.

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Book SynopsisReveals a host of time-saving tips and culinary techniques that can expedite food-preparation time, in a volume of gluten-free recipes by the author of Wheat-Free Recipes and Menus that demonstrates how to make the most of leftovers, make-ahead mixes, and menu plans. Original.

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Book SynopsisAn updated edition explores the link between health and nutrition while providing recipes tailored to the needs of more than fifty health conditions, from ADHD and cancer to diabetes and multiple sclerosis, in a guide that also outlines specific nutritional programs and cleansing regimens. Original. 17,500 first printing.

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Book SynopsisJust as Deborah Madison''s Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone took meatless cooking mainstream, here''s the complete guide to raw cuisine. Connoisseurs of raw cuisine know how hearty and flavorful it can be; what began as an underground movement for health enthusiasts has moved to the culinary forefront. Now Alissa Cohen, one of the nation''s top raw experts, presents a lavish array of recipes, a primer of preparation methods, and a comprehensive ingredient guide in Raw Food for Everyone.This all-inclusive book, with 300 unique recipes for meals and snacks-from nutritious smoothies and juices to you-won''t-believe- they''re-raw cheeses and ice creams to crackers and even pizza-proves that raw food is not just healthy and energizing, but also approachable, nourishing, and delicious. Writing for the beginner and the more seasoned raw food lover, Cohen takes raw food to the next level with her simple preparation techniques and inventive flavors. Raw Food for Everyone is the ultimate raw food resource and is destined to become a culinary classic.

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Book SynopsisAs the busy mother of five young children, Kelly Rudnicki faced a daily challenge when it came to feeding her family. Things got even more complicated when one of her sons was diagnosed with severe food allergies. Launching the Food Allergy Mama website, she struck a chord with parents and home cooks in similar situations and made it her mission to prove that allergen-free meals can be easy and flavorful. Showcasing the very best of Rudnicki's repertoire, The Food Allergy Mama's Easy, Fast Family Meals makes it simple to please a hungry crowd.Rudnicki purposely tests her recipes on friends and neighbors who don't have food allergies just to make sure her cooking tastes like "regular" cuisine. The result is a bounty of delicious offerings, including:Morning Glory Muffins Breakfast Burritos Creamy Tomato Soup Hearty Pasta Featuring Grandma Jeanne's Bolognese Sauce Oatmeal Fudge BarsAll recipes are made without milk, butter, cheese, eggs, or nuts. She also includes time-saving tips, and ideas for inexpensive ingredient substitutions, including tofu and applesauce. Menu ideas and holiday celebrations make this book the most comprehensive guide of its kind-a one-stop resource for allergen-free, worry-free home cooking every day of the week.

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Book SynopsisBoost your health and feel great with a smoothie for every day of the year. Popular food writer and blogger Kathy Patalsky loves sharing her passion for healthy, vegan cuisine. With 365 Vegan Smoothies, she makes it possible for everyone to enjoy this daily diet enhancement that is free of animal products (including honey) and the saturated fats, chemicals, and hormones that often accompany them.From her frosty sweet 'Peach Pick-Me-Up' to green smoothies such as her revitalizing 'Green with Energy' Patalsky's innovative smoothie recipes are built around themes such as brain boosters, weight loss, healthy digestion, and detoxification. She also includes mood boosters, such as the 'Cheerful Chocolate Chia,' with B-complex vitamins and omega fatty acids to boost serotonin levels. Featuring vibrant colour photographs and simple steps to stock a healthier pantry, 365 Vegan Smoothies serves up the perfect blend for everyone.

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Book SynopsisBruce Fife, bestselling author of The Coconut Oil Miracle, presents a companion cookbook and a complete guide to reaping all the health and beauty benefits of cooking with coconutHealthy, rich, and delicious, coconut is nature’s miracle healer. The Coconut Miracle Cookbook explains the benefits of coconut, and shows readers how to incorporate this superfood into meals every day with more than 400 delicious recipes. Coconut has been shown to have countless health benefits, including: Weight loss Preventing heart disease, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, and many other degenerative diseases Strengthening the immune system Improving digestion Preventing premature aging of the skin Beautifying skin and hair Reap the health and beauty benefits of coconut oil, milk, water, and cream. Feel—and see—the amazing results.

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Book SynopsisSergei Boutenko’s groundbreaking field guide to the art and science of foraging and preparing wild edible plants—includes 300+ photos of 60 plants**An Amazon Editors'' Pick -- Best Cookbooks, Food & Wine**In Wild Edibles, Sergei Boutenko’s bestselling work on the art and science of live-food wildcrafting, readers will learn how to safely identify 60 delicious trailside weeds, herbs, fruits, and greens growing all around us. It also outlines basic rules for safe wild-food foraging and discusses poisonous plants, plant identification protocols, gathering etiquette, and conservation strategies.  But the journey doesn’t end there. Rooted in Boutenko’s robust foraging experience, botanary science, and fresh dietary perspectives, this practical companion gives hikers, backpackers, raw foodists, gardeners, chefs, foodies, DIYers, survivalists, and off-the-grid enthusiasts the necessary tools to transform their simple harvests into safe, delicious, and nutrient-rich recipes. Special features include: 60 edible plant descriptions, most of them found worldwide 300+ color photos that make plant identification easy and safe  67 tasty, high-nutrient plant-based recipes, including green smoothies, salads and salad dressings, spreads and crackers, main courses, juices, and sweets For the wildly adventurous and playfully rebellious, Wild Edibles will expand your food options, providing readers with the inspiration and essential know-how to live more healthy (yet thrifty), more satisfying (yet sustainable) lives.

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Book SynopsisThe spiritual tenets of Wicca are steeped in an inherent reverence for nature and stewardship of the environment. In fact, Wiccan practitioners have been living—and cooking—green since ancient times. In the decade since the first edition of the The Wicca Cookbook cast its spell over culinary history buffs and adventurous cooks everywhere, many readers have asked “What makes a cookbook Wiccan?” The tenth anniversary edition answers that question and more, bringing fresh dimensions to this heady witches’ brew with new rituals and delicious recipes. More than 100 dishes, many historically authentic, all meticulously researched, emphasize the use of organic ingredients at their seasonal peak and celebrate all the major pagan holidays: enjoy Stuffed Nasturtiums, Goddess Athena Pitas, and Deva Saffron Bread for the Spring Equinox; serve Elder Flower Chicken, Lilith’s Lily Fair Soup, and Wild Woman White Sage Jelly during the Summer Solstice; and Cupid’s Cold Slaw, Imbolc Moon Cookies, and Snowflake Cakes make delightful Candlemas treats. Nature-honoring dishes, eco-friendly living tips, and an inclusive message of spirituality make The Wicca Cookbook a unique contribution to the culinary world and a magickal tribute to the pagan spirit.

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