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500 Cocktails is a comprehensive volume that will inspire even the most reluctant host to play bartender. The detailed recipes will guide readers with precision, taking the guesswork out of fixing drinks. With tips on everything from preparing the glasses to stirring, shaking, muddling, and pouring, 500 Cocktails will ensure success every time....
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ASIAN FLAVORS takes a new and exciting approach to exploring the many different cuisines of the Far East. The book identifies the main flavors used throughout the region – ginger, chiles, lemon grass, coconut, sesame, lime, soy and herbs – and offers some 120 authentic recipes that can be prepared easily at home. A melting pot of cultures and eating habits, Asia’s cuisines reflect the diversity of its people and many foreign influences over the centuries: the French and Chinese in Vietnam, the British in Myanmar and Malaysia, the Dutch in Indonesia and the Spanish in the Philippines. The blending of new ingredients and cooking styles with each country’s indigenous foods created the exhilarating culinary fusion we enjoy today. Organized by ingredient, the book looks at the flavors that define Asian cuisine, offering fascinating facts and clear instructions on how to prepare and use them in recipes. Complete with a detailed, illustrated glossary, information on selecting and keeping fresh vegetables and ingredients, substitutes for hard-to-find ingredients and techniques, ASIAN FLAVORS celebrates some of the world’s most delicious and satisfying food....
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While most people know that fruit and vegetable juices offer a bounty of important health benefits, the question is how to keep juice interesting enough to drink every day. These 85 delicious and nutrient-rich recipes offer an answer. They’re divided into six categories ranging from Energy Boosters and Super Soothers to Instant Revivers and Liquid Snacks on the Go. Combine papaya, celery, and oranges in the sizzling “Agent Orange,” or try the “Raspberry Rejuvenator” with its refreshing mix of pineapple, pear, nectarine, and raspberries. Some exotic tastes are also featured, such as goji berries and dragon fruit, plus there are juice drinks suitable for the grandest celebration, as well as detoxifying elixirs that help rid the body of impurities. ...
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The sea is a treasure chest filed with the planet’s most delicious, nutritious, and healthful foods. For those eager to make the most of this bounty, this Connoisseur’s Guide not only provides essential advice on how to buy and store seafood, it offers easy-to-follow cooking techniques and delectable recipes, from simple soups, pâtes, and mousses to light lunches, easy family suppers, and sophisticated party fare. And these sumptuous dishes can be enjoyed guiltlessly, since the author has thoughtfully supplied a comprehensive guide to the world’s sustainable fish and seafood. ...
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Although using a wok is common in Asian cooking, you can prepare a whole range of dishes using one—from soups and starters to braised meats, steamed fish, and, of course, stir-fries. A wok is especially suited to small households allowing you to whip up a wide variety of meals from scratch quickly and without hassle. The 85 recipes outlined here are arranged into five sections: vegetables; fish and shellfish; poultry; meat; and grains, noodles, rice, and pasta. You’ll find classic Asian favorites such as Pad Thai with Shredded Omelette, as well as dishes like Spiced Chicken with Cider, Lemon Dhal, and Spicy Sweetcorn Patties. With easy to follow instructions and color photography throughout, that much neglected wok will soon see frequent service! ...
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