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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewSerious whisky lovers will love this tasting journey to discover their own personal whisky style. * Sainsbury's Magazine *

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Book Synopsis'This is a beautiful cookbook, full of joyous, life-enriching recipes. I love it.’ Nigel Slater 'Its collection of foolproof, elegant recipes calls to mind Nigella Lawson at her best' Vogue A Table for Friends celebrates the joy of eating with friends and family, with over 100 simple and wonderfully inviting recipes that allow you to relax with your loved ones whilst the cooking takes care of itself. Drawing on years of cooking for more people than it ever seemed possible to squeeze into her kitchen, Sunday Times columnist and cookery author Skye McAlpine shares the secrets to her stylish and relaxed way of hosting, setting you up for success whether you’re cooking for two or twenty. A Table for Friends has recipes for every occasion, from last-minute weeknight dinners to large celebratory gatherings. Skye’s recipes fall into four chapters, Stars, Sides, Sweets and Extras, which allow you to intuitively plan a simple and impressive menu, and, because juggling oven space is one of the biggest challenges when cooking for a crowd, each chapter is ingeniously organised into Throw Together, On The Hob and In The Oven so your menu works best for your mood, your kitchen and your time. Alongside these beautiful, deliciously do-able recipes comes Skye’s practical, fuss-free guidance for hosting a stress-free gathering, from what to cook in advance to how to lay the table beautifully, allowing you to step out of the kitchen and relax with your guests. For a super-easy roast why not try her Honey-roast poussins, Butter-&-sage roast pumpkin, Saffron fennel, A really good chicory salad with creamy mustard dressing and Winter fruit & mascarpone tart? Or for a wonderfully soothing pasta supper, Tagliatelle with gorgonzola, pear & walnut and Chocolate chestnut meringue cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This is a cookbook to cook from: a helpful, approachable, down-to-earth kitchen companion that will give you the confidence to gather friends around your table and the inspiration to do so more often. 'It's a winner – a book I'll turn to again and again, especially when friends come over' Delicious magazineTrade ReviewThis is a beautiful cookbook, full of joyous, life-enriching recipes. I love it -- Nigel SlaterFull of the comforts of cooking and eating and the life-enhancing joys thereof, it turns out to be the perfect read for now -- Nigella LawsonIts collection of foolproof, elegant recipes calls to mind Nigella Lawson at her best * Vogue *I love Skye's no-rules attitude to cooking – her gentle guiding advice will be a helping hand for everyone who wants to enjoy sharing food with friends -- Melissa HemsleySkye has once again given us another beautiful cook book, full of delicious recipes to share with family and friends - for me the best way to enjoy Italian food -- Ruth RogersIt’s a winner – a book I’ll turn to again and again...this kind of food brings you together -- Delicious MagazineIt is brimming not just with recipes but helpful advice -- Lisa Markwell * The Sunday Times *I defy anyone not to start planning their own dinner party after leafing through these pages. The recipes are effortlessly achievable… The suggested menus for different seasons and occasions are handy, too * Daily Telegraph *She is the food writer (and photographer) for the world to watch -- Rose Prince * Spectator *

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Book SynopsisThe art of napkin folding has soared in popularity in recent years. Beautifully folded napkins add elegance and style to even the simplest of table settings, and will always delight and amaze your guests. This book reveals the secrets of perfect napkin

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Book SynopsisSUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERDrag superstars Trixie Mattel and Katya have long captivated fans with their stunning looks, onscreen chemistry, and signature wit. In Trixie and Katya's Guide to Modern Womanhood, the pair channel that energy into an old-school etiquette guide for ladies.In essays and how-to sections peppered with hilarious, gorgeous photos, Trixie and Katya will advise readers on beauty and fashion and tackle other vital components of a happy home, such as money, entertaining and friendship; sharing advice and personal stories in high-concept fashion. Informative, humorous, and heartwarming, Trixie and Katya's Guide to Modern Womanhood is the book that their fans have been waiting for.

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Book SynopsisMake magic (and maybe a little bit of chaos) in the kitchen with more than 100 recipes from online sensation Alix Traeger!    If mistakes are for learning from in life, why should the kitchen be any different?    If you’ve ever added salt to your cookie dough instead of sugar or set off the smoke detector while searing on the stovetop, you are not alone! Internet darling Alix Traeger grew up going viral with BuzzFeed Tasty hands & pans videos—so she’s been there and done that. But unlike so many online perfectionists, she believes in letting your blunders lead the way!     Alix’s long-awaited debut cookbook, Scratch That, is filled with creative, delicious, decadent recipes—many of which were born from her signature process of trial and error. These recipes are fun and approachable: The book is organized into recognizable categories such as Weekend Breakfast (best served after sleeping in), Dips, Snacks, and Apps (for a party or a party of one), Sweet Treats (for your sweet tooth), and more. Standouts include her soon-to-be-famous Banana Pudding Banana Bread, shareable Sizzled Scallion–Stuffed Flatbread, snackable Potato Chip Onion Rings, go-to Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma, and tastes-as-good-as-it-looks Heirloom Tomato & Potato Salad with Hot Honey Vinaigrette—perfect for spicing up your feed. Best of all, every single recipe shares a piping HOT TIP from Alix to help you avoid or fix common cooking errors—all of which she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! You’re sure to find plenty of new favorites, and as long as you laugh through the (potentially) messy process, you’re doing it right!  Perfect for fans of Buzzfeed’s Tasty cookbooks or her viral tiktok recipes, Alix Traeger’s Scratch That brings a fresh perspective to home cooking that celebrates both successes and failures. The ultimate cookbook for beginners, it offers over 100 approachable recipes alongside practical tips for avoiding (or fixing) common kitchen mishaps. Anyone in search of fun cookbooks will enjoy Traeger’s signature blend of humor and practicality that prove making mistakes in the kitchen isn’t just okay – it’s part of the process! 

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Book SynopsisWant to pick the perfect wine for dinner? Red, white or Rose? Dry or Fruity? Spanish or Portuguese? Become the expert with Wine Folly''s Magnum Edition: The Master Guide.''This will effortlessly teach you all you need to know to bluff your way through a wine list, taste like a pro, or pick the perfect accompaniment to a meal'' Good Housekeeping_________For anyone who''s ever wanted to learn more about wine, here is the place.Wine Folly introduced a whole new audience to the world of wine, making it easy for complete beginners to understand the fundamentals thanks to their straightforward advice, simple explanatory graphics and practical wine-tasting tips.Now they are back with plenty more eye-catching visuals and easy-to-grasp advice that the brand has become known for. Wine Folly Deluxe comes complete with a fresh look, twice as much information on regions, and a profusion of new and alternative wine styles.With everything you need in clear and eye-catching visuals, this will take your appreciation and understanding of wine to the next level.Trade ReviewA definitive guide, filled with eye-catching infographics and tasting tips to help novice and experienced wine lovers navigate the wine world * Vegetarian Living *For anyone who's ever wished they knew more about wine, this jargon-free visual guide will effortlessly teach you all you need to know to bluff your way through a wine list, taste like a pro, or pick the perfect accompaniment to a meal * Good Housekeeping *Written in the same accessible style as their direct and informative website, this guide is the perfect manual for any wine lover. A top wine companion to keep by your side. * Italia! *

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Book SynopsisCorrect Form Formal Address Professions Letters after the Name Formal Events Dress Codes Rites of Passage Births Christenings Coming of Age Engagements Weddings Divorce Death Modern Manners Correspondence Social Graces Table Manners At Home: How to Entertain Guests Public Manners Appendix Sample Letters The British Social Season Wearing Orders and Decorations Order of Precedence Surname Pronunciation

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Book SynopsisMeet Madame Fromage, aka Tenaya Darlington. A charming, witty, deeply knowledgeable and, above all, passionate caseophile-a fancy way of saying cheese lover-she's here to teach us pretty much everything we need to know about choosing cheese, tasting it, pairing it, and sharing it.Structured around the concept of eight tasting journeys, Madame Fromage takes us on tours through the cheese world. We skydive into fresh cheeses, like chevres, ricotta, and buffalo mozzarella. Trek through the Alpines, with its Emmentalers and Gruyeres. Go spelunking into stinky cheeses like Taleggio, Pont-l'Eveque, and the rank Langres. Take a geological adventure with aged cheeses, including Parmigiano Reggiano and Manchego, and hop on a blue cheese rock 'n' roll tour-with their piercings and weird markings, these funky gorgonzolas, Roqueforts, and Stiltons are the rock stars of the cheese world. They also pair well with bourbon and elevate a burger, not to mention a wedge salad.Along the way we learn about pasture-raised animals, spend time with fearless cheesemakers, discover tips on creating next-level boards for every style of cheese. And find a bucket-list of 25 greats readers will want to tick off, one by one. For any curd nerd whose eyes light up at the mere mention of triple crème, it's a journey that can't be missed.Trade Review“Fun, fascinating, and beautifully written… If you've ever found yourself lost in a cheese shop, Madame Fromage is the perfect guide to help you find your way to cheese nirvana.” —Patrick McGuigan, author of The Philosophy of Cheese “A worldly romp—the ultimate ‘how to enjoy cheese’ tome.” —Allison Hooper, cofounder, Vermont Creamery “Tenaya Darlington takes us on a creative journey that captivates and invigorates the palate. She has turned the sometimes daunting world of cheese into something fun and exciting!” —Joe Beddia, author of Pizza Camp "Madame Fromage has been my cheese guru for years—I am one of her “curd nerds”—and Tenaya's new book may be her best yet. Informative, thorough, with gorgeous illustrations. But the real thrill here is the wonderful writing, the way Tenaya’s descriptions bring these cheeses to life. This is cheese writing on the level with great wine or travel writing. No one writes about cheese better than Tenaya does." —Jason Wilson, author of Godforsaken Grapes and Boozehound, and creator of the Everyday Drinking newsletter. "Fun, fascinating, and beautifully written… If you've ever found yourself lost in a cheese shop, Madame Fromage is the perfect guide to help you find your way to cheese nirvana." —Patrick McGuigan, author of The Philosophy of Cheese "A worldly romp—the ultimate ‘how to enjoy cheese’ tome." —Allison Hooper, cofounder, Vermont Creamery "Tenaya Darlington takes us on a creative journey that captivates and invigorates the palate. She has turned the sometimes daunting world of cheese into something fun and exciting!" —Joe Beddia, author of Pizza Camp "Madame Fromage has been my cheese guru for years—I am one of her “curd nerds”—and Tenaya's new book may be her best yet. Informative, thorough, with gorgeous illustrations. But the real thrill here is the wonderful writing, the way Tenaya’s descriptions bring these cheeses to life. This is cheese writing on the level with great wine or travel writing. No one writes about cheese better than Tenaya does." —Jason Wilson, author of Godforsaken Grapes and Boozehound, and creator of the Everyday Drinking newsletter Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION: DELICIOUS ADVENTURE AWAITS! PART ONE: DISCOVER Template for a Great Cheese Board The Secret to Great Cheese Craft Cheese vs. Kraft Cheese A Brief History of Cheesemaking The Creative Evolution of Cheese How Cheese Is Made All About Milk Cheese Anatomy PART TWO: EXPLORE ADVENTURE 1: Skydive into Fresh Cheese ADVENTURE 2: Soft-Ripened Safari ADVENTURE 3: Stinky Cheese Spelunking Tour ADVENTURE 4: A Transatlantic Cheddar Crossing ADVENTURE 5: Alpine Cheese Trek ADVENTURE 6: Geological Adventures in Aged Cheese (with Crystals!) ADVENTURE 7: Smoked, Truffled, Herby, Spiced— A Field Trip Through Flavors ADVENTURE 8: Rock ’n’ Roll Blue Cheese Bus Tour PART THREE: ENTERTAIN Shopping for Cheese How to Taste Cheese Like a Pro Fifty Must-Try Cheeses How to Care for Your Cheeses at Home Sharing and Serving Cheese Top Tips for Pairing Cheese and Drink The Lactic Lexicon PART FOUR: KEEP LEARNING Why Cheese Travel? Cheese Festivals and Happenings Exploring Artisan Cheesemakers Around the United States Cheesemaking Classes and Experiences Twenty Wild Cheeses to Explore Around the World

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Book SynopsisReading about the slime-covered, non-Euclidean ruins of R’lyeh or the squamous, tentacled deity who slumbers there would make anyone hungry. Starting with puns, Mike Slater and Thomas Roache have summoned forth 50 funny, bizarre and horrible dishes such as: The Deep Fried Deep One, Nog Sothoth, Cthus-Koos, and The Gin and Miskatonic. Like H.P. Lovecraft’s Necronomicon, the legendary and forbidden book of the dead that is “alien to all sane and balanced readers”, this cookbook contains many dark and delicious secrets. It comes infested with sanity-melting and mouth-watering illustrations as well as annotations full of crazed discoveries and desperate warnings about the recipes that brave readers will undertake.

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Book SynopsisThe Dinner Party is the ultimate guide to sophisticated home entertaining from fine dining chef Martin Benn, featuring nine expert menus for memorable feasts from relaxed gatherings to glamorous celebrations. Martin Benn (Sepia, Society) is one of Australia’s most accomplished chefs, but his passion is hosting impressive meals at home with his wife and creative collaborator Vicki Wild. In this beautifully photographed and designed cookbook, Benn applies a lifetime of culinary knowledge and technique to the Saturday night soiree, offering over 70 recipes for showstopping starters, memorable main courses, stunning sides and dazzling desserts. Discover how elements can be prepared in advance – from sauces to stocks, cocktails, wine matches and music playlists – to make hosting a breeze, with detailed menus such as Family Knows Best, The Italians Are Coming and Fancy Schmancy. Dress up, casual: anything goes! The Dinner Party: A Chef's Guide To Home Entertaining will help you create a night to remember. Trade Review'The Dinner Party, by ex-Sepia chef Martin Benn and his wife Vicki Wild, is the most fun food book we’ve seen in a while' - The Daily Telegraph'The Dinner Party, by ex-Sepia chef Martin Benn and his wife Vicki Wild, is the most fun food book we’ve seen in a while' * The Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisMatt Hranek, the bestselling author of A Man & His Watch, Negroni, and other books, has a direct line to a certain kind of male reader. He knows just what they like, what they aspire to, the things that interest them. And as a real lover of life, especially food and drink, he even knows what his readers want to eat: When Matt recently posted a selfie with steak, thousands of fans took the same picture. Now he's poised to create an even deeper bond with his readers, old and new, with his first cookbook.A Man & His Kitchen is like an invitation to Matt's storied country retreat, the Wm Brown Farm in upstate New York, to learn how to cook the hundred-plus recipes he considers his greatest hits-simple, straightforward, and, most of all, delicious dishes to feed yourself, your family, and your friends. There's nothing precious here, nothing trendy, just really good classic food that, at the end of the day, is all anyone wants to eat: Lobster Rolls, Vinegar-Braised Short Ribs, Roast Chicken with Potatoes, Gravlax, Chopped Radicchio Salad with Anchovy Vinaigrette, Moules Marinières, Paccheri with Shrimp, American Diner-Style Omelet, Porcini Risotto, and that steak-two, actually, Grilled Rib-Eye Steak for One and a Steak au Poivre with Parsley Salad. And just enough desserts to have in your back pocket, including Berry Galette, Flourless Chocolate Cake, and notes on the importance of keeping a stash of Klondike bars in the freezer.Along the way, Hranek shares everything: what he keeps in his pantry, how he outfits his kitchen, shopping strategies (never come home from a trip without a few local ingredients; look for classic cookware at flea markets and tag sales), his no-waste philosophy for trimmings and leftovers, and dozens and dozens of pro tips (leave the skin on potatoes for better-tasting home fries; mix salad dressing in a jar and shake like hell for perfect emulsification; scissors are the easiest way to cut homemade pizza and focaccia).With its beautiful photographs and elegant look, A Man & His Kitchen is a stunning book, perfect for any man interested in cooking, no matter what level of expertise-because the real gift of this book is Matt's enthusiastic voice, encouraging us all to become passionate, attentive, and confident cooks.Trade Review“I’ve never read a cookbook where I am compelled to make EVERY single dang one of the recipes. Gorgeous real food. I’m gonna be busy for months.”—Eric Wareheim, director, winemaker, and authorTable of ContentsIntroduction MORNINGS AFTERNOON COCKTAIL HOUR EVENINGS SEASONAL GATHERINGS Basics Resources Acknowledgments Index

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Book SynopsisCompletely revised and updated with a focus on civility and inclusion, the 19th edition of Emily Post’s Etiquette is the most trusted resource for navigating life’s every situationFrom social networking to social graces, Emily Post is the definitive source on etiquette for generations of Americans. That tradition continues with the fully revised and updated 19th edition of Etiquette. Authored by etiquette experts Lizzie Post and Daniel Post Senning—Emily Post’s great-great grandchildren—this edition tackles classic etiquette and manners advice with an eye toward diversity and the contemporary sensibility that etiquette is defined by consideration, respect, and honesty.As our personal and professional networks grow, our lives become more intertwined. This 19th edition offers insight and wisdom with a fresh approach that directly reflects today’s social landscape. Emily Post’s Etiquette incorporates an even broader spectrum of issues while still addressing the traditions that Americans appreciate, including: Weddings Invitations Loss, grieving, and condolences Entertaining at home and planning celebrations Table manners Greetings and introductions Social media and personal branding Political conversations Living with neighbors Digital networking and job seeking The workplace Sports, gaming, and recreation Emily Post’s Etiquette also includes advice on names and titles—including Mx.—dress codes, invitations and gift-giving, thank-you notes and common courtesies, tipping and dining out, dating, and life milestones. It is the ultimate guide for anyone concerned with civility, inclusion, and kindness. Though times change, the principles of good etiquette remain the same. Above all, manners are a sensitive awareness of the needs of others—sincerity and good intentions always matter more than knowing which fork to use.The Emily Post Institute, Inc., is one of America’s most unique family businesses. In addition to authoring books, the Institute provides business etiquette seminars and e-learning courses worldwide, hosts the weekly Q&A podcast Awesome Etiquette and trains those interested in teaching Emily Post Etiquette

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Book SynopsisAre you planning the ultimate summer cocktail party? Do you long to unwind on a hot tropical beach with a cool drink? Bring a taste of the tropics to your home with Let''s Get Tropical.An inspiring mix of classic cocktail recipes alongside exciting variations and twists, Let''s Get Tropical offers tips, tricks, presentation ideas, and technical know-how to make your fruity cocktails as sensational for the eye as they are for the palate. Master the classics for refreshing tipple on a hot summer''s day including Tequila Sunrise, Blue Lagoon, Rum Punch, and the all-important Pina Colada.In this book you''ll discover:- A Taste of the Tropics, giving you the lowdown on all things rum, tropical spirits and liqueurs, as well as the history of tropical cocktails - Over 60 cocktail recipes from Caribbean Classics to Modern Tiki drinks, bringing a tropical twist to your summer- Learn the basics with an overview of tool

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Book SynopsisThe engaging, funny and essential guide to communicating with the FrenchTrade Review'This book confirms what the English have suspected for many years, that French is not so much a language as a dance, a ritual, a code to be cracked. The Bonjour Effect cracks it' David Boyle, author of How to be English'An indispensable linguistic roadmap. A highly enjoyable romp through French culture and its language, written with wit and aplomb' Debra Ollivier, author Entre Nous: A Woman's Guide to Finding Her Inner French Girl'Whether you're an expat in France, or simply dream of living there one day, The Bonjour Effect is a helpful resource to cracking the arcane cultural code. Engaging and often funny, filled with examples drawn from the authors' experiences, this is a guide to the most essential of French arts: conversation' Ann Mah, author of Mastering the Art of French Eating'Whether 'bonjour' is the beginning or the end of your French vocabulary, you'll find something fascinating, surprising, or just plain fou on nearly every page. Before reading this invaluable codebook to French language and culture, I feared that I'd somehow insulted every French waiter, shopkeeper, and clerk between Paris and Nice. Now I know I did, but at least I know why!' William Alexander, author of Flirting with French'The ability to speak French doesn't mean you know how to have a conversation in French in France. Journalists Julie Barlow and Jean-Benoit Nadeau break down the 'rules' of French conversation in their new book The Bonjour Effect' CBC'A lively and informative description of the country's cultural habits...' Lysiane Gagnon, The Globe and Mail'Julie Barlow and Jean-Benoît Nadeau unravel the mysteries of French conversation. They take readers beyond what the French are actually saying to explain what it is they really mean' Shannon Broderick, Gonomad.com'Very funny' Rudy Maxa's World with the Careys'Packed with fascinating insights' 49th Shelf

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Book SynopsisFrench tastemaker Cordelia de Castellane presents her inspirations and secrets to exquisite at-home entertaining and decor, organised according to the four seasons.Trade Review"With tips and inspiration for living and entertaining à la française, you will delight in learning how to re-create chic French style for holiday celebrations, special events, and everyday occasions with seasonal tableware, recipes, interior design, and floral arrangements." —SOCIETY TEXAS"Cordelia de Castellane, the Queen of Chic and the artistic director of Dior Home and Baby Dior, spills her secrets to entertaining year-round. The new book features table-setting tips, recipes, and stunning photos from parties at her country estate." —ELLE DECOR"It is clear only a few pages into Cordelia de Castellane’s delightfully chic 'Life in a French Country House' that the author’s eclectic but elegant aesthetic has been decades in the making." —DEPARTURES"As France’s most prominent host and the artistic director of Dior Home and Baby Dior, de Castellane is a notable ambassador of the Gallic lifestyle. In fact I’m told she is to French entertaining what Inès de la Fressange is to French style (quite a distinction!) and there’s plenty of evidence to support that conjecture in the pages of this lush new book." —INTERIOR DESIGN MASTER CLASS"Layered table settings assembled from her designs for Dior, heirloom pieces and various things she’s collected over the years are photographed with rich detail. Between lovely mise en scenes are recipes for each of the seasons. It is the perfect book to curl up with on a cold autumn day while you dream of holidays in the South of France." —FORBES

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate colour-by-colour flower reference guide - from New York's pre-eminent floral designers, Putnam and PutnamTrade Review"Like a Pantone guide for flowers, this glorious book is a survey of 400 plants and their colours."—Bloom"A simple, delightful book that consists solely of page after page of flower photos arranged by color, from a crisply white azalea to a stunning purple-black calla lily. It's the highly-organized (or obsessive-compulsive) garden lover's dream."—Garden & Gun Online"An endearing and comprehensive flower guide organized by colour. Four hundred flowers photographed at their peak look resplendent on the page. Alongside the gorgeous photographs, they also note every bloomer's common and botanical name, seasonal availability and most coveted position in a flower arrangement... A useful guide for flower enthusiasts, especially those who struggle to achieve an even half-perfect flower arrangement."—The Lady"Flower Color Guide is different... Browsing through it feels joyful and clean, like walking into a well-appointed house... You'll want to keep on browsing through the pages."—Artsy"Lush new book Flower Colour Guide, by New York florists Taylor Putnam and Michael Putnam, shows off 400 flowers alongside suggested colour schemes and care guides. It's the perfect source for planning next year's garden revamp."—The Guardian, Weekend magazine"Let your inner artist bloom with tips from the brilliant New York City floral-arranging duo Putnam & Putnam: in Flower Color Guide, Taylor Putnam and Michael Putnam teach how to create stunning bouquets by color, from white azaleas to 'Black Star' calla lilies."—Martha Stewart Living"This is the Pantone book of flowers."—New York Post"This helpful handbook can guide you toward in-season flowers within your chosen color scheme."—Real Simple"[A] ridiculously enjoyable pint-sized book full of blooms familiar and exotic, all arranged by hue."—House Beautiful"The first reference book to organise flower types by colour... New York floristry gurus Michael and Taylor Putnam put the emphasis firmly on creating beautiful, colourful arrangements... The ultimate reference book for all budding florists."—Wildflower Magazine"Showcases 400 flowers in a variety of wonderful hues with an emphasis on creative colour schemes... A practical resource for anyone who would like to explore flower types or experiment with new colour combinations."—The Flower Arranger"Emphasizes seasonality and creative color schemes, with results that are stunning in their sheer variety... A great gift to give, or to have for oneself, the book speaks to the most seasoned flower enthusiasts, as well as those just beginning to explore the possibilities of arranging flowers."—Florida Times-Union"Stunning."—Flower Magazine"Nature's palette... Full-page images reminiscent of botanical illustrations range from crisp white azaleas to the purple black calla lily."—Viewpoint Colour Magazine"Famous florists Putnam & Putnam made us fall in love with cut flowers again. Their artistic arrangements are not at all simple to pull off, but the duo's first book, which features the best floral varieties in every color of the rainbow, is a good place to start!"—Architectural Digest Online"If you like to host events—or just have an interest in flowers - the Flower Color Guide will help you select your arrangements carefully. The book features 400 blooms that are represented through stunning photography. Each image shows the flower at its peak so that you can marvel (and plan) accordingly."—My Modern Met"An encyclopaedic book of 400 flowers organized by color, which will brighten up [a] coffee table for much longer than a bouquet."—Architectural Digest Online

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Book SynopsisChristmas is the favourite time of the year for many of us, with present exchanges, food & drink and socialising with friends & family at the top of the agenda. But what are the true origins and meaning of this seemingly inexhaustible celebration? Although most of our current customs only go back a few hundred years – Father Christmas as we know him dressed in red and white much less – there has been a festival at this time in the year for thousands of years. Although these days it is taken to mean the commemoration of the birth of Jesus, the date of December 25 was that of the winter solstice in Roman times, and other cultures have celebrated the darkest winter night for millennia. This book looks at all aspects of what the festive period means for people all over the world, beginning with a history of Christmas that looks at Yule, Nativity and Christmas as well as pagan celebrations.The embodiment of Christmas, Father Christmas, has a whole chapter, and this jolly character we know and love has a long history, not to mention a big bag of presents! But wait – there's myrrh(!): quotes, jokes, sayings and words of wisdom and fun from around the world, as well as fun facts about how, where, when and why we celebrate – and we look at curious customs from around the world.SAMPLE FACT: The North American Aerospace Defense Command, or NORAD, has been tracking Santa's journey around the world since 1958.Table of ContentsC-history-mas: Most of the current traditions come from the 19th century, but there's been a celebration at the end of the year for as long as history has been reported. Ho Ho Ho: He's the man with the bag and a very full agenda on December 24th. Let's laugh along with the many incarnations of the big guy. Myths and Magic: Trees in the house, lights on the roof, turkey and trimmings, nativity sets for some. The traditions around Christmas are many and varied. Traditions: This chapter looks at the interesting global Christmas customs. Some dress up as Santa, some go to church, some start on Christmas Eve and go on until New Year's Day. Christmas Wit & Wisdom: A selection of quotes, jokes, lists (festive movies and songs) and more, from the great and the good all over. Merry Christmas One and All! Christmas sayings to share with your friends, family and neighbours.

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Book Synopsis Just when you thought your favourite cocktail couldn’t be more camp! Dragtails presents 50 delicious cocktail recipes inspired by drag superstars, past and present. Table of ContentsFOREWORD BY RAJA GEMINI DRINK AND DRAG: INTRODUCTION THE SHOWGIRL INSPIRED BY DANNY LA RUE VERY DELTA INSPIRED BY DELTA WORK QUEEN OF SCOTS INSPIRED BY LAWRENCE CHANEY IS SHE THIRSTY? INSPIRED BY HUNGRY PIÑARITA INSPIRED BY MANILA LUZON BALTIMORE MUD PIE INSPIRED BY DIVINE ABSOLUTELY ALIEN INSPIRED BY JUNO BIRCH LIVERPUDLIAN BUBBLY INSPIRED BY THE VIVIENNE LATE-NIGHT SNACK INSPIRED BY MEATBALL MINTY FRESH INSPIRED BY PEPPERMINT DARK CABARET INSPIRED BY JOE BLACK THE VAUDEVILLIAN INSPIRED BY JINKX MONSOON PAINT THE TOWN BLUE INSPIRED BY BLU HYDRANGEA GRAND MAHA-RAJA INSPIRED BY RAJA GEMINI AMARULA QUEEN INSPIRED BY SHEA COULEÉ AFTERNOON TEA INSPIRED BY VICTORIA SCONE QUINCE CHARMING INSPIRED BY CHEDDAR GORGEOUS THE SHADY LADY INSPIRED BY BIANCA DEL RIO BLOOD SACRIFICE INSPIRED BY THE BOULET BROTHERS NEON ANGEL INSPIRED BY DETOX CREAM-A BALLERINA INSPIRED BY BROOKE LYNN HYTES THE TENSION TAMER INSPIRED BY COCO PERU KING OF KINGS INSPIRED BY ADAM ALL CHERRY ON TOP INSPIRED BY CHERRY VALENTINE CHILLED GREENS INSPIRED BY LAGANJA ESTRANJA TERMINALLY DELIGHTFUL INSPIRED BY BENDELACREME NEWPORT SUPERMODEL INSPIRED BY TAYCE DRUNK IN LOVE INSPIRED BY CARA MELLE RUSSIAN DOLL INSPIRED BY KATYA FANCY A SLICE? INSPIRED BY GINNY LEMON PASH MY PEACH INSPIRED BY COURTNEY ACT POISONED APPLE INSPIRED BY LANDON CIDER SPONGE QUEEN INSPIRED BY MONÉT X CHANGE HEAD OVER HEALS INSPIRED BY PANGINA HEALS AZUSA IDOL INSPIRED BY ADORE DELANO PAINT STRIPPER INSPIRED BY LILY SAVAGE PB AND SLAY INSPIRED BY RUPAUL WHAT’S HER NAME? INSPIRED BY PRIYANKA LOUISIANA DREAMGIRL INSPIRED BY CHI CHI DEVAYNE RED VELVET INSPIRED BY LADY RED COUTURE HOT PEACH INSPIRED BY CHORIZA MAY COCONUT CUPCAKE INSPIRED BY CRÈME FATALE GAINS GAINS GAINS INSPIRED BY MISS TOTO BLACK CANDY INSPIRED BY LIQUORICE BLACK DIVA LAS VEGAS INSPIRED BY HOT CHOCOLATE SICKLY SWEET INSPIRED BY BIQTCH PUDDIN’ POLISH PRINCESS INSPIRED BY ALEXIS SAINT-PETE GREEN WITH ENVY INSPIRED BY ENVY PERU SCREW YOU INSPIRED BY BIMINI BON BOULASH PARIS RUNWAY INSPIRED BY NICKY DOLL DRAG-INSPIRED COCKTAIL PARTY PLAYLIST HOW TO MAKE A LEMON TWIST INDEX ABOUT THE AUTHORS AND ILLUSTRATOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Book Synopsis In need of some gin-spiration? Look no further!

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Book Synopsis150 folding and decorating projects for every occasion, from children's birthdays and picnics to cocktail parties and weddings, how to style them, and a history of napkins.

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Book Synopsis The essential wedding planner with checklists, schedules, tips, and tools in a keepsake organizer. Weddings require organization, record-keeping, legwork, logistics. In other words, a planner. From the celebrity wedding planner and author of the The Wedding Book, Mindy Weiss’s All-In-One Wedding Planner & Organizer helps couples keep track of every detail leading up to their Big Day. It’s the organizer that includes exactly what you need for on-the-go, on-the-ground wedding planning. Includes nine pockets, a zippered pouch, and a business-card holder. Created as a three-ring binder, it has tabs for each category: • The Big Picture and Contacts • Budget • Location, Location, Location! • Menu and Flowers • Rentals • The Dress! (And What Everyone Else Is Wearing) • The Guests and the Invitations • Music, Photography, and Videography • Making It Official: Rings, Licenses, Vows, Officiants Packed throughout are tips, tools, checklists, spreadsheets, and schedules to help brides (and grooms) manage everything from building a wedding timeline and organizing the dreaded seating chart to getting the wedding party matched and fitted. From “Will you marry me?” to “I do,” nothing will slip through the cracks.Trade Review"Helping brides keep it together on their big day." —The Miami Herald "Star quality tips." —Bridal Guide "Weiss leaves no gemstone unturned." —Publishers Weekly“Helping brides keep it together on their big day.”—The Miami Herald“Star quality tips.”—Bridal Guide“Weiss leaves no gemstone unturned.”—Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisFor her second Rizzoli book, well-known interior designer, consummate hostess, and world traveler Stephanie Stokes presents inspiring tables set with irresistible items accumulated on her far-flung journeys that will help you create imaginative tabletops.Trade Review"There’s nothing as wonderful as getting an unexpected package in the mail… especially if it’s a book, particularly a beautiful design book. The World at Your Table: Inspiring Tabletop Designs, is just that. For those of you who love design, or entertaining or simply love stunning coffee table books this is one to add to your collection. A little armchair travel, a little design inspiration, a little history, each chapter conjures the spirit of a particular place: Palm Beach's tropical lushness, Provence's remarkable charm, Portugal's artisanal refinement, and so much more. By pairing her travel photography with the featured tables, she illustrates how incorporating the treasures collected on one's travels can capture, express, and spark fresh memories at home." —THE ENTERTAINING HOUSE"For her second Rizzoli book, well-known interior designer, consummate hostess, and world traveler Stephanie Stokes presents inspiring tables set with irresistible items accumulated on her far-flung journeys that will help you create imaginative tabletops." —ASPIRE DESIGN AND HOME"Interior designer and consummate hostess Stephanie Stokes reveals all her secrets to setting the most inspiring tables in her second book, The World at Your Table. Stokes discusses the design principles that inform her choices for each of the transporting tablescapes featured and explains why you should include collected treasures in your own creations." —VERANDA"In her new book, The World at Your Table (Rizzoli), Stokes revisits some of the most beautiful tables she’s witnessed around the globe, detailing how to take that international flavor and reinterpret the aesthetic for a transportive table at home." —GALERIE MAGAZINE"In Stephanie Stokes’ new book The World at Your Table: Inspiring Tabletop Designs. Stephanie creates stunning tablescapes using unique items collected from her travels including Japan, Cartagena, Budapest, and London as inspiration. This book is a must-have for anyone who loves to entertain!" — DESIGN CHIC "From a well-known interior designer who knows her way around a tablescape and exotic places, THE WORLD AT YOUR TABLE blooms with tabletop treasures and inspiration to elevate even everyday meals." —HELLO LOVELY STUDIO"The World at Your Table features transporting tablescapes set with evocative, eye-catching, and exotic items this adventurous spirit has gathered over the years."—THEENGLISHROOM.COM

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Book SynopsisHave you ever wondered what it would have been like to live in the nineteenth century? How would you have got a partner in a ballroom? What would you have done with a letter of introduction? And where would you have sat in a carriage? Covering all these nineteenth-century dilemmas and more, this book is your must-have guide to the etiquette of our well-heeled forebears. As it takes you through the intricacies of rank, the niceties of the street, the good conduct that was desired in the ballroom and the awkward blunders that a lady or gentleman would of course have wanted to avoid, you will discover an abundance of etiquette advice from across the century. Elegant Etiquette is a lively, occasionally tongue-in-cheek and thoroughly detailed history of nineteenth century manners and conduct. Drawing upon research into contemporary advice and guidance, Elegant Etiquette is both fun and compelling reading for anyone with an interest in this period. In exploring the expectations of behaviour and etiquette, it seeks to bring the world of the nineteenth century back to life.

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Book SynopsisA Perfect Gift for the Cocktail Lover Inspiring, practical, and designed for entertaining, this beautifully designed deluxe box set includes two cocktail books and matching coasters—The Negroni Book: More than 30 recipes, including both the classic that achieved cocktail perfection in Florence, Italy, and dozens of variations, deviations, and delicious reinterpretations.The Martini Book: A celebration of the timeless, sophisticated, and iconic cocktail of choice among generations of writers, actors, politicians, bon vivants—and of course, 007—and more than 30 recipes.8 Coasters: Serve your perfect drinks in style. Eight cocktail-bar quality coasters are included in the set, four Negroni and four Martini, each featuring a striking image over a strong cork base.

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Book SynopsisOver 60 recipes, with classic cocktails, batch ideas for parties, seasonal tipples and even some tasty snacks. Featuring advice on essential bar tools, home-made syrup recipes and suggestions on how to produce next-level drinks!In a corner of every home is an area where bottles lurk. For some, it's a plinth of joy where beautifully polished spirits stand proud. For others, it's a dark, mysterious nook where bottles are hidden from view under a layer of dust. In Home Bar, drink expert Andy Clarke shows that even the most unloved bottle of booze can be a treasure chest full of liquid promise, waiting to be unlocked.Andy shares over 60 recipes, from classic cocktails to his own creations, batch ideas for parties, seasonal tipples and even some tasty snacks. He also gives advice on essential bar tools, home-made syrup recipes, and genius suggestions which will allow you to produce next-level drinks, even if you think you don't have the kit!Whether it's a Friday night drink for two, or a weekend party for twenty, this book is guaranteed to transform you into an unstoppable cocktail legend.

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Book SynopsisAchieve your #brunchgoals in no time withLast Minute Brunch Party

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Craft delicious, creative mixed drinks using pantry staples with this essential recipe book guaranteed to satiate any cocktail craving. We all want to be the type of host who can put together a tasty meal or a delicious appetizer for unexpected company by creatively using the odds and ends from our pantry or fridge. That same improvisational approach can be applied to home bartending with impressive (and tasty!) results. Knowing how to enlist the everyday basics cluttering up your kitchen, like condiments, jams, pickles, and sauces, means you can craft inventive, flavorful cocktails on the fly, satisfying cravings and fulfilling your guest’s requests. Pantry Cocktails is an organized, easy-to-follow guide that not only includes cocktail recipes but accompanying themed food boards (such as The Warming Hut Board inspired by New Mexico flavors), helpful tips and hacks, and useful pantry suggestions. Recipes include: -A Sushi Mary with the wasabi and white miso pastes in your fridge (from that sushi delivery last week) -A Basil-Cello Frosecco or Ginger-Orange Shrub Shandy from your garden -Off-Season Bellini using peaches from your cupboard You will learn which key bottled spirits to keep in your liquor cabinet, which fridge and cupboard staples you can repurpose, and how to use seasonal herbs from your patio or garden to create outstanding cocktails that are sure to satisfy and impress.

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Book SynopsisThis unique cookbook pairs artistic masterpieces with effortless recipes that will turn your dining room table into a feast for the eyes and the palate. Filled with gorgeous photography, high quality reproductions and fascinating anecdotes, this one-of-a-kind cookbook connects great art with the world of food. To create the recipes in this book Felicity Souter delved into the lives of artists past and present, uncovering fascinating stories, eating habits, and cultural traditions. Each entry consists of an appetizer, main, side, dessert, or drink that visually echoes the artwork and reflects the culinary connection to its artist. More than fifty masterpieces from an enormous array of genres and periods include works by Marina Abramovic , Jean Michel Basquiat, Georgette Chen, Salvador Dali , Jacob Lawrence, Man Ray, Henri Matisse, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Jackson Pollock. Sumptuous illustrations reveal a striking resemblance between recipe and artwork. An abstract Lee Krasner painting is transformed into a colorful mixed vegetable salad; an oval-shaped Barbara Hepworth sculpture into a crusty loaf of bread; a snowy Monet haystack into a sugar-dusted breakfast muffin; an Yves Klein sponge into an electric blue martini. Easy enough for every day, and aimed at cooks of all abilities, these recipes are themselves works of art, and will whet the creative appetites of readers and chefs alike.

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Book SynopsisThis engaging and historically accurate cookbook presents more than 70 delicious recipes that celebrate the elegant institution of afternoon tea. Full of photographs and quotes from Downton characters, you can recreate the rich traditions and flavours of Downton Abbey Afternoon Tea time and time again.Table of ContentsTABLE of CONTENTSForeword by Gareth Neame Introduction Tea at Downton Abbey Tea Characteristics PASTRIES, BUNS & BISCUITS CAKES, TARTS & PUDDINGS TEA SANDWICHES & SAVORY BITESPRESERVES & SPREADS

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Book SynopsisWinter Celebrations is a celebration of the festive season through craft, featuring a beautiful collections of over 30 decorations and gifts that draw upon Arounna Khounnoraj's natural aesthetic. From christmas decorations, advent calendars to handmade tablescapes for family gatherings – get ready to hunker down and make yourself a handmade Christmas. In this ultimate maker's guide to the festive season, Arounna will cover a variety of different crafts from embroidery, block printing, sewing and pottery, through the projects learn how to make your own wrapping paper, paper garlands and more. Designed with sustainability in mind, the projects will teach you how to think innovatively and reusing whatever materials you might have to hand, including found and natural objects. There will also be an emphasis on techniques that don’t require a lot of tools or equipment as well as projects that can be achieved in a short amount of time. All the projects include stunning lifestyle photography and clear step-by-step instructions, making this a book accessible for all. Winter Celebrations will inspire readers to create decorations that they can reuse each year as they learn to embrace a more handmade approach to the festive season.

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Book SynopsisNamed a Most Anticipated Book of the Year by Vogue and BookRiotThe award-winning, bestselling author of An Everlasting Meal serves up an inspiring, money-saving, environmentally responsible, A-to-Z collection of simple recipes that utilize all kinds of leftovers—perfect for solo meals or for feeding the whole family. Food waste is a serious issue today—nearly forty percent of the food we buy gets tossed out. Most of us look around the kitchen and struggle to use up everything we buy, and then when it comes to leftovers we’re stuck. That’s where Tamar Adler can help—her area of culinary expertise is finding delicious destinies for leftovers. Whether it’s extra potatoes or meat, citrus peels or cold rice, a few final olives in a jar or the end of a piece of cheese, she has an appetizing solution. Here, in An Everlasting Meal CookbookTrade Review"This is the book I’ve been waiting for all my life... a rejuvenating approach to using up odd ends and making the most of your ingredients, even ones you normally wouldn’t think twice about tossing.... Adler’s conversational tone feels like a friend cheering you on as you rummage through your fridge for dinner." —Bon Appetit "Where the average home cook might see stray puzzle pieces that don’t fit together, Adler sees delicious possibilities... Drawn from her restaurant experience, kitchen experimentation, and global cookbook collection, Adler’s diverse recommendations range from practical to reassuring to unexpected." —Saveur "Steeped in culinary practicality, mixing vibrant ideas with sharp real-world strategies... her tone is generous." —The Wall Street Journal "I love the elegant honesty of Tamar’s writing, the sureness of her direction and the range of her ideas. It’s the kind of book that makes you feel more capable just by opening it." —Emily Weinstein, NYT Cooking "Adler helps jump-start your creative process with easy ideas for even the most specific bits and bobs." —Real Simple "A seemingly endless encyclopedia of recipes that rely on what's left after we finish the initial meal. Adler gives new life to the foods that many of us leave in the fridge to waste away... . The way she sees it, by making something new, you're honoring and extending the labor you put in the first time around." —NPR.org "Breathes new life into every last leftover and scrap... very persuasive... there’s something about Adler's confidence as both cook and writer that is reminiscent of M.F.K. Fisher." —Tejal Rao, The New York Times "A comprehensive, beautifully illustrated and gracefully written resource... a no-waste ethos permeates these many pages with goodwill, humor, and hope. As with all things Adler, the writing is fantastic: expert and unfailingly elegant." —Vogue “One of the year’s best recipe books... Adler is economical. You trust her because of it.” —Financial Times “This should join the reference shelf in your kitchen as a comprehensive guide to assembling any mismatched array of food into something artful and memorable.” —Christian Science Monitor "Tamar Adler's guide to redeeming leftovers is endlessly useful and great fun to browse: it deserves an everlasting place in any kitchen." —Harold McGee, author of On Food and Cooking "The Everlasting Meal Cookbook is as inspiring as it is essential. Before you even finish reading the introduction, you know you are in good hands. Tamar Adler can teach the most trepidatious person to become a more intuitive and spontaneous cook." —Andy Baraghani, author of The Cook You Want to Be "Adler helps jump-start your creative process with easy ideas for even the most specific bits and bobs." —Real Simple "A seemingly endless encyclopedia of recipes that rely on what's left after we finish the initial meal. Adler gives new life to the foods that many of us leave in the fridge to waste away... . The way she sees it, by making something new, you're honoring and extending the labor you put in the first time around." —NPR.org "Like an artsy genius friend you wish you had in college, Alder has the palate, confidence, and descriptive ease of greats like Alice Waters and Anissa Helou... you'll keep this book within reach and use it often." —Wired, Best Books of 2023 "Comes at a time when food prices are biting, environmentalism urges us not to throw away reusable things, and the pandemic forced us to become better cooks. Adler emphasizes saving time and boosting taste as well." —Associated Press "Breathes new life into every last leftover and scrap... very persuasive... there’s something about Adler's confidence as both cook and writer that is reminiscent of M.F.K. Fisher." —Tejal Rao, The New York Times "Adler turns her poetic sensibility towards the noble art of salvaging leftovers and addressing the food waste problem... I got an answer for what to have for dinner tonight... there’s no takeout food or prepared meal that is too obscure for gold-spinning." —Jenny Rosenstrach, Dinner: A Love Story "Delicious and doable recipes accounting for just about any leftovers you’ve got sitting around, this cookbook will help your kitchen become a no-waste zone." —Simply Recipes “An impressive encyclopedia of recipes for elevated but frugal and environmentally friendly eating… Adler’s thorough guide will inspire all levels of cooks to say goodbye to waste and embrace the ABCs of leftovers.” —Publishers Weekly *starred review* “Adler bursts with ideas for an encyclopedia’s worth of leftovers. Her comprehensive approach finds uses for virtually every smidgen of food left from a meal. —Booklist "An A–Z compendium of recipes and tips to combat food waste by using every part of the ingredients you’re cooking with." —BookRiot "A comprehensive, beautifully illustrated and gracefully written resource... a no-waste ethos permeates these many pages with goodwill, humor, and hope. As with all things Adler, the writing is fantastic: expert and unfailingly elegant." —Vogue "This book is gratifying in its pragmatic approach to cooking and reviving what has already been cooked. It's an invaluable resource for home cooks looking to eat more mindfully and deliciously while throwing away less. Better still, it's a pleasurable read." —Stephen Satterfield, Founder of Whetstone Media, Host of "High on the Hog" "Tamar Adler's guide to redeeming leftovers is endlessly useful and great fun to browse: it deserves an everlasting place in any kitchen." —Harold McGee, author of On Food and Cooking "The Everlasting Meal Cookbook is as inspiring as it is essential. Before you even finish reading the introduction, you know you are in good hands. Tamar Adler can teach the most trepidatious person to become a more intuitive and spontaneous cook." —Andy Baraghani, author of The Cook You Want to Be “Tamar Adler's new book is as much about finding excitement in the mundane as it is about giving new life to old ingredients. Instead of feeling intimidating or boring or terribly utilitarian, Adler’s recipes and guiding principles for reinvigorating leftovers are warm and enticing. Flipping through the wisdom within, I found myself wishing I had more almost-forgotten dinners to reimagine.” —Elazar Sontag, restaurant editor, Bon Appetit "If cooking is a basic adult skill, knowing how to make something imaginative out of leftovers is advanced level adulting. The Everlasting Meal Cookbook shows us how to create desirable, simple meals out of what we have in our cupboards, refrigerators, and freezers. This is a useful, sustainable, and unique cookbook." —Klancy Miller, author of Cooking Solo

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