“You want to save more fish? Eat more broccoli.” –Barton Seaver Even though there are hundreds of types of fish for sale, most chefs are only familiar with a few varieties. That’s where Barton Seaver comes in with his unique approach: By combining all manner of fish (not just the familiar standbys) with loads of fresh vegetables, he fosters …
Gordon Ramsay’s Fast Food: More Than 100 Delicious, Super-Fast, and Easy Recipes
Everyone needs quick, healthy, and delicious recipes for feeding a family–and no one’s better at providing them than Gordon Ramsay, the three-star chef famous for his no-nonsense cooking. Here he serves up a feast of doable ideas: more than 100 recipes and 15 great menus for putting food on the table each and every day. Many of the dishes …
The New York Times Book of Wine: More Than 30 Years of Vintage Writing
The best on wine from the New York Times! The newspaper of record has always showcased the writing of some of the world’s most respected wine experts, and these 125 articles from its archives feature such esteemed names as Eric Asimov, Frank Prial, Florence Fabricant, and R. W. Apple Jr. They cover everything from corkscrews and winespeak to …
American Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye: A Guide to the Nation’s Favorite Spirit
The bible of American whiskey has been updated—now with more than 300 entries! Organized in an A-to-Z directory by distillery, then brand, this second edition of American Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye features more than 330 whiskeys, including more than 120 new entries. Each section includes a brief history of the maker, along with its location, followed by …
The Manhattan: The Story of the First Modern Cocktail with Recipes
When the Manhattan came along, it changed everything. As Gotham’s finest watering holes embraced the new concoction, the original cocktail soon became old hat and known as the Old-Fashioned. Cocktail historian Philip Greene expertly traces the evolution of this new drink from its competing origin stories through its continuing influence and extensive progeny, including the almighty Martini itself. …
The PDT Cocktail Book: The Complete Bartender’s Guide from the Celebrated Speakeasy
Beautifully illustrated, beautifully designed, and beautifully crafted–just like its namesake–this is the ultimate bar book by NYC’s most meticulous bartender. To say that PDT is a unique bar is an understatement. It recalls the era of hidden Prohibition speakeasies: to gain access, you walk into a raucous hot dog stand, step into a phone booth, and get permission to …
From Napa and Sonoma to Santa Barbara and the South Coast, this definitive guide takes a lush, in-depth look at California winemaking, geography, and history. World Wine Guys Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen have gathered the most up-to-date information on the Golden State’s wine-growing regions, from Mendocino to San Diego, including detailed listings of outstanding producers and their …
The classic, award-winning book on Champagne and sparkling wine is now fully revised, updated, and expanded! Created for Christie’s, the world’s largest wine auctioneer, this edition features all-new photography, nearly 175 additional pages—including expanded sections on up-and-coming sparkling wine territories and Champagne itself—and freshened-up tasting notes. Throughout, Tom and Essi have fascinating and illuminating exchanges about their personal …
Oz Clarke’s Let Me Tell You About Wine: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding and Enjoying Wine
Oz Clarke, Britain’s most popular wine writer, is totally in tune with what novice wine enthusiasts want to know, learn, and, most importantly, enjoy about the fruit of the vine.His accessible and comprehensive beginner’s guide is a wonderful treat for wine lovers eager to enhance their knowledge: Clarke lays out the rules of wine tasting, explains what creates …
From Napa and Sonoma to Modesto and Calaveras, take an unparalleled look into California winemaking, history, and geography. “World Wine Guys” Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen have created the most up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of the state’s myriad wine-growing regions, including detailed listings of outstanding producers with individual tasting notes. Enjoy winery profiles with tasting notes, winemaker interviews, …