The Fire Island Cookbook

(Hardback)

A treasure trove of recipes, wine pairings and dinner menus, perfect for anyone who dreams of throwing an elegant yet casual dinner party with friends and family--in the inimitable Fire Island style.Fire Island is an exotic retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and in the summer it becomes an oasis for weary New Yorkers. In "The....

Water

(Paperback / softback)

Water is an essential component for staying alive and one of the foundation elements in the brewing process. Written by How to Brew author John Palmer and professional brewer, Colin Kaminski, this second book in Brewers Publications Brewing Elements Series, Water, will take the mystery out of using water in brewing beer. Beginning with an overview on sources, quality and....

Rum: A Global History

By Richard Foss(Hardback)

Richard Foss chronicles the evolution of rum from a raw spirit concocted for slaves five hundred years ago, to a beverage savoured by connoisseurs. Rum: A Global History features recipes for sweet and savoury rum dishes, obscure but delicious rum drinks, and many unusual illustrations of rum memorabilia.

Gin: A Global History

By Lesley Jacobs Solmonson(Hardback)

Gin: A Global History features many enticing recipes and images from the past and present of gin. The book will entice both cocktail aficionados and students of socio-political change, as it chronicles gin's evolution from humble berry to modern alcoholic marvel.

Sip and Savor: Drinks for Party and Porch: Drinks for Party and Porch

(Hardback)

Delectable libations perfect for parties or for relaxing at home. Fruity drinks and creamy milkshakes combine with teas infused with garden herbs for ideas for your next tete a tete. A few special cake and breads recipes, plus stories and history capture the traditional experience of entertaining on the porch.....

Mean Margaritas: and Other Tequila Cocktails

By Ben Reed(Hardback)

On the rocks or straight up? With a salt rim or without? However you like your margarita, there is a twist to satisfy in this perfect companion to mixing with that most legendary of spirits - tequila. Award-winning mixologist and bestselling author Ben Reed celebrates the cocktail that so captures the spirit of fiesta.

Milkshake Bar: Shakes, Malts, Floats and Other Soda Fountain Classics

By Hannah Miles(Hardback)

Nothing sings of leisurely weekend indulgence like supping chocolate thickshakes through a stripy straw, the ice cream melting and oozing down the side of a cool soda glass. Or perhaps your favourite is a frothy frappe or a fizzy float? Recreate milkshake bar classics and experiment with inspired new creations in your own home.

Sinful Smoothies: Delicious Drinks for Everyday Indulgence

(Hardback)

Forget any idea you may have of smoothies being made just from fruit, juice, yogurt and maybe a splash of milk. You'll be surprised how easy it is to elevate the humble smoothie from the realm of healthy treat to one of pure self-indulgence.

Techniques in Home Winemaking: The Comprehensive Guide to Making Chateau-Style Wines

By Daniel Pambianchi(Hardback)

The ultimate guide for the novice and advanced winemaker "This book is the ultimate resource for 'non-commercial' winemakers who are determined to understand the process and master the art of producing wonderful wines." "Ellie Butz," Enologist, Vintage Winery Consultants, and co-author of" Winemaking: From Grape Growing to Marketplace" This updated edition of the bestselling "Techniques in Home Winemaking" is the....

What Color Is Your Smoothie?: From Red Berry Roundup to Super Smart Purple Tart--300 Recipes for Vibrant Health

(Paperback / softback)

Eating the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables isn?t always easy. Even if you do, you still might not be getting the wide range of vitamins and minerals you need. Each color group of fruits and vegetables offers different beneficial effects, so to get these essential nutrients, you have to eat the rainbow! "What Color Is Your Smoothie?" helps....

Palmento: A Sicilian Wine Odyssey

(Paperback / softback)

Inspired by a deep passion for wine, an Italian heritage, and a desire for a land somewhat wilder than his home in southern France, Robert V. Camuto set out to explore Sicily's emerging wine scene. What he discovered during more than a year of traveling the region, however, was far more than a fascinating wine frontier.Chronicling his journey through Palermo....

Hg2 Presents... Winechap's Bordeaux

By Talia Baiocchi & Tom Harrow(Hardback)

Bordeaux is acknowledged to be the home of wine, the region where centuries of tradition have allowed mere men to perform miracles with the humble grape to create some of the most desired, and expensive, products on earth. Hg2 and WineChap have uncovered the most interesting wineries and chateaux, it's not all about the big names and top dollar tickets,....

Hola Tequila!: Seventy-Five Creative Cocktails and Inspired Shooters

(Hardback)

Hola Tequila celebrates the Mexican distilled spirit. The book includes information about the history, production, and culture of tequila and the now wildly popular high-end tequila that is imbibed more as a sipping drink, similar to Cognac. There is a misnomer that tequila is reserved for the margarita cocktail and tequila shots; however the spirit is far more versatile and....

Famous Grouse Whisky Companion: Heritage, History, Recipes and Drinks

By Ian Buxton(Hardback)

Barolo

(Paperback / softback)

After a childhood of microwaved meat and saturated fat, Matthew Gavin Frank got serious about food. His "research" ultimately led him to Barolo, Italy (pop. 646), where, living out of a tent in the garden of a local farmhouse, he resolved to learn about Italian food from the ground up. "Barolo" is Frank's account of those six months. At once....

The Finest Wines of Burgundy: A Guide to the Best Producers of the Cote D'Or and Their Wines

By Bill Nanson(Paperback)

Burgundy has a far stronger hold over the imagination and passions of wine lovers than the relatively modest number of bottles it produces. This title takes readers on a journey through the well-worn vineyard paths and into the cellars of the Cote d'Or, where they can encounter producers, as well as recognized stars.

Taste Buds and Molecules: The Aromatic Path of Wine and Foods

By Francois Chartier(Hardback)

A Carafe of Red

By Gerald Asher(Paperback)

How I Got My Wiggle Back

By Anthony Field & Greg Truman(Hardback)

The dramatic personal story of Anthony Field, founder and costar of the world's most popular children's musical group, The Wiggles With their distinctive look, catchy music, and upbeat message, the Wiggles have performed their way into the hearts and homes of millions of kids and their parents around the world.

Tea Culture: History, Traditions, Celebrations, Recipes & More

By Beverly Dubrin(Paperback / softback)

Tea for two, tea for three...tea for more! Hot or cold, sweetened or black, alcoholic or herbal, caffeinated or decaf: the drink may be ancient, but tea culture is trendy. More and more people are discovering the elegance, versatility, downright good taste, and even the health benefits of this delicious beverage. And they want to find out even more: the....