Publication date: 2006-09
Dewey code: 637.309423
List Price: $40.00
Price: $26.86
Review West Country Cheesemakers: From Cheddar to Mozzrella / Birlinn Publishers:The area produces some of the best cheeses in the UK and claims to produce the best cheese in the world in Montgomery's cheddar. They range from traditional farmhouse cheese makers with international reputations, to cottage industry craft cheese makers, to farms that are virtually factories, and factories that belong to global corporations. In this book, Michael Raffael charts the development of cheese making in the West Country, from the seventeenth century Cheddar tradition to the diverse cheese industry of today. In the first part, each chapter looks at one, usually award-wining, cheese in conjunction with a cheese producer, showing that the stories of the colourful characters behind cheese making are linked with the manufacture and history of the cheese itself. Michael Raffael outlines the manufacturing process of each cheese be it Cheddar, Caerphilly, feta, buffalo mozzarella, Bath soft cheese or Yarg, and investigates the differences between a hand-crafted cheese and an industrially manufactured one. He shows how the best cheese makers translate their passion into the process and treat each different batch of cheese like winemakers would a vintage. The second half of the book comprises of a comprehensive summary and description of every cheese and cheese producer in the West Country. Interspersed throughout the book are inserts and spreads that cover topics such as specialist cheese pubs, cheese-related folk traditions, cheese at farmers' markets, specialist cheese shops and recipes using cheese.
Publication date: 2007-06-30
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $35.95
Price: $27.32
Review A Cocina Dos Vilas (Gastronomia) / Edicions Xerais de Galicia:
Creator: Luigi Ballerini
Publication date: 2003-12-27
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $45.00
Price: $28.21
Review Science in the Kitchen and the Art of Eating Well (Lorenzo Da Ponte Italian Library) / University of Toronto Press:First published in 1891, Pellegrino Artusi?s La scienza in cucina e l?arte di mangier bene has come to be recognized as the most significant Italian cookbook of modern times. It was reprinted thirteen times and had sold more than 52,000 copies in the years before Artusi?s death in 1910, with the number of recipes growing from 475 to 790. And while this figure has not changed, the book has consistently remained in print. Although Artusi was himself of the upper classes and it was doubtful he had ever touched a kitchen utensil or lit a fire under a pot, he wrote the book not for professional chefs, as was the nineteenth-century custom, but for middle-class family cooks: housewives and their domestic helpers. His tone is that of a friendly advisor ? humorous and nonchalant. He indulges in witty anecdotes about many of the recipes, describing his experiences and the historical relevance of particular dishes. Artusi?s masterpiece is not merely a popular cookbook; it is a landmark work in Italian culture. This English edition (first published by Marsilio Publishers in 1997) features a delightful introduction by Luigi Ballerini that traces the fascinating history of the book and explains its importance in the context of Italian history and politics. The illustrations are by the noted Italian artist Giuliano Della Casa.
Publication date: 2002-07-27
Dewey code: 641
Price: $45.00
Review Cooking & Travelling in South-West France / Penguin Global:
Edition: 1st
Publication date: 1998-06-08
Dewey code: 641.594503
Price: $17.00
Review Dictionary of Italian Food and Drink / Broadway:Everybody does like Italian food. But did you ever wonder what goes into an authentic rag¨ alla bolognese? What's the difference between tagliatelle and fettuccine? Why won't you find pasta primavera or veal parmesan on menus in Italy? What makes a Super Tuscan wine "super"? How did Italian dishes like spaghetti alla puttanesca (in the style of a whore), strezzopretti (a pasta shape meaning priest stranglers), and minni di Sant'Agata (breast-shaped cookies in honor of a martyred saint) get their names?The answers to these and thousands of other questions can be found in this comprehensive, user-friendly reference book. With the most up-to-date information on Italian culinary terms, The Dictionary of Italian Food and Drink is the reliable resource for authentic definitions, classic recipes, correct spellings, proper pronunciations, and historical origins. As more and more Italian foods and wines cross the seas, you may need to know the difference between terms like "passito" and "passato. " According to the Dictionary of Italian Food and Drink, the first is a type of sweet wine, the second a puréed soup or smooth tomato sauce. Within the 2300 definitions, John Mariani includes the history of many items in this comprehensive yet concise guide. He explains the origins of popular dishes and why, for example, you won't find Veal Parmigiano in Italy. Along with information that will help cooks in tracking down ingredients there are recipes for Spaghetti Carbonara, Pasta & Fagioli, Zuppa Inglese, and other classics. The entries for regional Italian foods make this book a useful companion for travelers, and it's compact enough to fit in your carry-on bag. -Dana Jacobi.
Creator: France Ruffenach
Publication date: 2007-09-06
Dewey code: 641.5944
List Price: $50.00
Price: $27.40
Review The Country Cooking of France / Chronicle Books:Renowned for her cooking school in France and her many best-selling cookbooks, Anne Willan combines years of hands-on experience with extensive research to create a brand new classic. More than 250 recipes range from the time-honored La Truffade, with its crispy potatoes and melted cheese, to the Languedoc specialty Cassoulet de Toulouse, a bean casserole of duck confit, sausage, and lamb. And the desserts! Cr pes au Caramel et Beurre Sal (cr pes with a luscious caramel filling) and Galette Landaise (a rustic apple tart) are magnifique. Sprinkled with intriguing historical tidbits and filled with more than 270 enchanting photos of food markets, villages, harbors, fields, and country kitchens, this cookbook is an irresistible celebration of French culinary culture.
Publication date: 2000-09-25
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $12.95
Price: $26.84
Review Vegetarian Italian Cooking: 50 Recipes Full of Zest and Flavor / Southwater:A delightful mixture of traditonal dishes and exciting new recipes all using delicious italian ingredients for food that is simple to prepare and naturally full of zest and flavor.
Publication date: 2008-04-21
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $54.95
Price: $27.55
Review The Creators: Individuals of Irish Food / Attic Press:A collection of stories celebrating the work of farmers, fishermen, and artisan producers of County Cork who have helped secure Ireland's reputation as a gourmet destination. The book is divided into three main chapters: From Land and Field; From the Waters; Special Delicacies. Each chapter contains comprehensive profiles of the producers as well as inspirational and practical recipes and cookery tips to make the most of the featured products and ingredients. Evocative and stunning color photography captures the people, their food, and the scenery of this breathtakingly beautiful part of Ireland. The Creators is written for anyone for whom buying, cooking, and eating good food is one of life's ultimate pleasures.
Publication date: 1941
Review The family week-end book / Seeley Service:
Publication date: 1996-02
Dewey code: 641
Price: $9.95
Review The Festive Food of Russia (Festive Food) / Kyle Cathie:
Publication date: 2005-02-01
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $40.00
Price: $27.07
Review First Catch Your Hare¿ The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy (First Catch Your Hare) / Prospect Books (UK):Quite simply, the most important-and the most printed-English cookery book of the eighteenth century which defines for many the food and dining customs of the Georgian era. This is a facsimile edition, for the first time in paperback. The hardback version of this book was published by Prospect in 1994. The facsimile is of the first (1747) edition and preserves its large format. This edition also contains considerable information about Hannah Glasse in a biographical introduction, as well as two essays on the degree to which Glasse was indebted to other authors for her recipes. These essays (by Jennifer Stead and Priscilla Bain) were important milestones in our understanding of the techniques of early cookbook compilation when they first appeared. There is also a detailed and informative glossary, with illustrations where necessary, which help the reader interpret the recipes and the ingredients referred to. The book has a modern index. Hannah Glasse was a remarkable woman. She was not a professional cook, rather her expertise was in dressmaking and mercery. [+]Nor was she born with any natural advantages. As the illegitimate offspring of a Northumberland gentleman lawyer, she had to make her way in the world-not greatly helped by a somewhat ineffective husband and large family. Thus she turned to a variety of moneymaking ventures, among which was this book (sold direct through a list of subscribers and the shops of friends rather than the book trade). She seems to be almost self-taught both in literacy (her early letters are by no means models of grammar or spelling) and in cookery. Even if her recipes are often filched from other people's books, she certainly puts her own gloss on many of them, and there is a definite authorial voice to the text as a whole. Glasse's book is particularly significant both in its attitudes to the influence of French cookery on the English middle classes and in its reflection of the roles of mistress and servant in the running of an urban household. Its recipes are often successful and still capable of reproduction in the modern kitchen. The first curry recipe printed in England appears here.
Publication date: 1923
Review Mrs. Beeton's all-about cookery,: With over 2,000 practical recipes / Ward, Lock:
Publication date: 2000-05-01
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $9.95
Price: $31.85
Review Irish / Lorenz Books:Irish is a unique collection of mouth-watering recipes from the Emerald Isle. Irish food uses simple ingredients to produce hearty, warming recipes that are perfect for tasty meals with family or friends. This book starts with a selection of soups, such as the delicious Leek and Thyme or the full-flavored Pea and Ham. For main courses, take a look at the meat or fish chapters that include classics such as Guinness and Oyster Pie, everyone's favorite Irish Stew and some special fish dishes, like Salmon with Sorrel or Plaice in a Green Jacket. Superb dessert combinations such as Chocolate Carageen with Irish Coffee Sauce and a deliciously spiced Apple Cake served with custard will keep sweet lovers happy! These easy-to-follow recipes are all illustrated with helpful step-by-step techniques and stunning full color photographs of the finished dishes. Practical hints and tips throughout the book give extra pointers to success for all those new to this fascinating food. For special entertaining or for informal suppers with friends Irish provides a marvelous selection of the country's best dishes.
Creator: Ferran Adria
Edition: Bilingual
Publication date: 2008-06-30
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $44.95
Price: $28.00
Review Mas que tapas/ More Than Tapas: Andalusia World Cooking Tour:
Publication date: 2007-12-04
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $26.99
Price: $26.72
Review Giovanna's Legacy Gifts from Her Italian Kitchen / Xlibris Corporation:This is the first in a series of cookbooks that will be published to honor my mother and extraordinary Italian cook, Giovanna Morelli Falbo. It contains my mother's favorite recipes, those she brought with her from her home in Italy, and that nourished our family and friends as we grew up in Abington Pennsylvania. The next edition, "Giovanna's Legacy: An Italian/American Kitchen," will feature recipes I've developed, using principles I learned from her through the years as we prepared meals together. The book is a collection of over 180 recipes preserving the Italian heritage of a remarkable woman, my Mom. Born and raised in Calabria, Italy, these homemade meals embrace the essence of a woman who loved feeding others and watching their delight. The collection includes recipes from traditional Italian holiday meals to everyday celebrations and dining. You will find recipes such as Antipasto, baked ziti and lasagna, pasta with fennel, olives, tomatoes and pine nuts, rice patties, baccala salad, chicken and veal piccata, roasted pork with fennel, pepper and potato frittata (omelet), stuffed eggplant, Easter Pie, Italian Wedding soup, pizelles, cherry pudding cheese cake, biscotti, tiramisu, marinara sauce, plus more.
Publication date: 1993-05
Dewey code: 641.5946
Price: $34.95
Review The Complete Spanish Cookbook / Tuttle Pub:
Publication date: 1990-01-01
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $27.95
Price: $26.99
Review Hellenike kouzina, zacharoplastike / Vefa Alexiadou Editions:
Edition: 1st Pbk. Ed
Publication date: 1998-09-02
Dewey code: 641.591822
Price: $21.95
Review The Mediterranean Kitchen / William Morrow Cookbooks:The Mediterranean Kitchen brings the dazzling array of tastes of Mediterranean cuisine into your kitchen. With clarity, easy style, and tremendous passion, Joyce Goldstein celebrates some of the world's most popular and flavorful foods. Travel to the sun-drenched southern coasts of Europe and North Africa to sample cuisines remarkable for their lustiness and sparkling tastes. From Spanish tapas to Provencal ice cream with lavender and honey, from gazpacho and baba ghanoush to paella and pasta, from Greek baked goat cheese in filo to Moroccan couscous, these superbly robust dishes will delight time and time again.
Publication date: 2007-06-30
Dewey code: 641
List Price: $29.99
Price: $27.39
Review Cocina Espanola 400 Recetas/ Spanish Cooking, 400 Recipes / Everest De Ediciones Y Distribucion:
Publication date: 2006-07-20
Dewey code: 641.5947
List Price: $27.45
Price: $27.45
Review Foods of Russia (Taste of Culture) / KidHaven Press:
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West Country Cheesemakers: From Cheddar to Mozzrella, A Cocina Dos Vilas (Gastronomia), Science in the Kitchen and the Art of Eating Well (Lorenzo Da Ponte Italian Library), Cooking & Travelling in South-West France, Dictionary of Italian Food and Drink, The Country Cooking of France, Vegetarian Italian Cooking: 50 Recipes Full of Zest and Flavor, The Creators: Individuals of Irish Food, The family week-end book, The Festive Food of Russia (Festive Food), First Catch Your Hare¿ The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy (First Catch Your Hare), Mrs. Beeton's all-about cookery,: With over 2,000 practical recipes, Irish, Mas que tapas/ More Than Tapas: Andalusia World Cooking Tour, Giovanna's Legacy Gifts from Her Italian Kitchen, The Complete Spanish Cookbook, Hellenike kouzina, zacharoplastike, The Mediterranean Kitchen, Cocina Espanola 400 Recetas/ Spanish Cooking, 400 Recipes, Foods of Russia (Taste of Culture)Top headlines: Factory orders drop in October: Orders to U.S. factories plunged in October by the sharpest amount in over eight years as a deepening recession caused big cutbacks in demand for steel, autos, computers and heavy machinery. ›19:31 Dutch drop murder case over late abortion: Prosecutors said Thursday they have dropped their murder investigation and will not press charges against a Dutch woman who had a late-term abortion in Spain. ›17:03 Rare Rowling book on display in NY: A rare original edition of J.K. 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