Provence, the beautiful region that sits at the scenic crossroads of southern France, the Italian Alps, and the Mediterranean, has long been an area of historical import and distinct culture. It was the first Roman colony beyond Italy, held the papal seat in Avignon, and serves as a modern-day commercial hub and resort area.Above all else, Provence is …
He Said Beer, She Said Wine is the first fully illustrated book on the market to give in-depth instruction on how to successfully pair both beer and wine with a wide variety of foods. Co-authored by Marnie Old, an esteemed sommelier, and Sam Calagione, owner of the renowned craft brewery DogFishHead He Said Beer, She Said Wine teaches …
The #1 wine book—now updated! The art of winemaking may be a time-honored tradition dating back thousands of years, but today, wine is trendier and hotter than ever. Now, wine experts and authors Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan have revised their popular Wine For Dummies to deliver an updated, down-to-earth look at what’s in, what’s out, and …
Fiona Becketts Cheese Course: Styles, Wine Pairing, Plates & Boards, Recipes
In this book, cheese and wine expert author Fiona Beckett guides you through the types, uses and versatility of cheese. The Wonderful World of Cheese introduces you to the types of cheese and explains why they vary so greatly, then you can better understand how to match them with drinks from wine, port, cider and beer, to spirits …
Pairing with the Masters: A Definitive Guide to Food and Wine
Discover how professionals match the perfect wines to cuisine with PAIRING WITH THE MASTERS: A DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO FOOD AND WINE, 1ST Edition. Certified Master Chef Ken Arnone and Master of Wine Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan bring their unmatched expertise and insider secrets to this one-of-a-kind book to enlighten professionals, enthusiasts, and novices alike. From simple classics to the complex …
Discover the nuances of California wines and increase your drinking pleasure Want to be a California wine connoisseur? This friendly guide gives you the knowledge you need to appreciate these fine wines, showing you how to taste them, select a good bottle, pair wine with food, and much more. You’ll see why certain wine regions are renowned and …
The easy way to learn to pair food with wine Knowing the best wine to serve with food can be a real challenge, and can make or break a meal. Pairing Food and Wine For Dummies helps you understand the principles behind matching wine and food. From European to Asian, fine dining to burgers and barbeque, you’ll …
The only book that presents food and wine pairing from a culinary and sensory perspective. Demystifying the terminology and methodology of matching wine to food, Food and Wine Pairing: A Sensory Experience presents a practical, user-friendly approach grounded in understanding the direct relationships and reactions between food and wine components, flavors, and textures. This approach uses sensory …
Reverse Wine Snob: How to Buy and Drink Great Wine without Breaking the Bank
Most rational people don’t pay $40 for $20 items. And yet with wine, it happens all the time. Wine can be an expensive hobby. Founder of the popular site ReverseWineSnob.com, Jon Thorsen is an unapologetic frugal wine consumer. He flips wine snobbery on its head by pushing a $20 or less mantra. Reverse Wine Snob is designed to …
Whether you are a beginner or consider yourself a connoisseur, the Bedford Cheese Shop’s A First Course in Cheese provides you with everything you need to know about how to choose, taste, pair, and enjoy the rich, delicious, and varied types of cheeses from around the world. With stunning imagery throughout, you’ll learn:- The science of the cheese-making …