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From the early days, and long before Americans had ever heard the term "craft beer," settlers in the Bayou City excelled in the art of ales, stouts and lagers. In 1913, it was a Houston brewery that claimed the distinction of "the world's finest bottled beer" after winning an international competition in Belgium. The unfortunate rise of Prohibition put the industry on hold, but recent years have seen a strong resurgence. At the beginning of 2008,...
11422) The Incredible Hotel
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A visually stunning picture book about The Incredible Hotel and Stefan, who dreams of being a chef. Illustrated by up-and-coming talent Isabelle Follath.
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So many iconic Fort Lauderdale restaurants have come and gone. From steakhouses to floating eateries and a doughnut shop that catered to a strictly adult audience, these dining destinations served up everything from gourmet seafood to post-beach chill food. Here, you can have another slice at Pizio's Drive-Inn, another heaping plate of pasta at Tina's Spaghetti House, a guilt-free brandy snapp at Fred Wenner's and a final long night at Porky's Hideaway....
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As ethnic neighborhoods in other cities assimilate to American life, the exuberant local flavor of San Diego's Little Italy remains both culturally and culinarily distinct. Tucked between Interstate 5 and San Diego Bay southeast of San Diego International Airport, the blocks surrounding the landmark Our Lady of the Rosary Roman Catholic Church contain many of the most notable eateries and gourmet cafes in "America's Finest City." Join Maria Desiderata...
11425) Bourdain: The Oral Biography
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An unprecedented behind-the-scenes view into the life of Anthony Bourdain from the people who knew him best
When Anthony Bourdain died in June 2018, fans around the globe came together to celebrate the life of an inimitable man who had dedicated his life to traveling nearly everywhere (and eating nearly everything), shedding light on the lives and stories of others. His impact was outsized and his legacy has only grown since his death.
Now, for...
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In From Cow to Cheese, early fluent readers learn how cheese is made, from cows producing milk to cheesemakers processing it into cheese, to consumers buying it in a grocery store. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about how this food gets to their tables.
An infographic illustrates the cycle with real photos and descriptions. Children can learn more about cheese using our safe search engine...
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The story of long-gone eateries in Henderson is inseparable from the city's unique origin story. Rising from humble beginnings, the population exploded during World War II due to the building of the Hoover Dam and an immense magnesium plant. Restaurateurs rushed in to feed the masses at places like the Swanky Club, famous for its smorgasbord, and Nick's Supper Club. Dante's Drive-In thrived, serving up burgers to hungry locals getting their cars serviced...
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Today, Americans are some of the world's biggest consumers of black teas, in Japan, green tea, especially sencha, is preferred. These national partialities, Robert Hellyer reveals, are deeply entwined. Tracing the trans-Pacific tea trade from the eighteenth century onward, Green with Milk and Sugar shows how interconnections between Japan and the United States have influenced the daily habits of people in both countries.
Hellyer explores the forgotten...
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A powerful memoir of resilience, friendship, family, and food from the acclaimed chefs behind the award-winning Hy Vong Vietnamese restaurant in Miami.
Through powerful narrative, archival imagery, and 20 Vietnamese recipes that mirror their story, Mango & Peppercorns is a unique contribution to culinary literature.
In 1975, after narrowly escaping the fall of Saigon, pregnant refugee and gifted cook Tung Nguyen ended up in the Miami home of Kathy...
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America loves barbecue, especially when it comes to ribs! Barbecue contests are serious business. Major competitions and festivals now take place in twenty-eight states, and there are twenty BBQ associations and societies across the country committed to encouraging the art of smoking and grilling meat. While thousands of chefs compete for the best ribs, low-key backyard BBQ competitions are springing up all over the country, offering amateur smokers...
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A Guide for Food Buying in Japan takes the mystery out of shopping for Japanese food as well as household necessities while staying in Japan. Part 1: Before You Shop outlines what the shopper will encounter when shopping in Japan including the different kinds of local markets, and the methods of pricing and labeling products, and Japanese Kanji and Kana with Romanization and pronunciation of the Japanese ingredients and common necessities found in...
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Cooking is considered an art form in India and the recipes in this book reflect that artistic aspect of cooking. They are fun for both adults and children to eat and enjoy. There are some basic ingredients and foods used to create snacks in Indian culture. Madison" Queen of Veggie Cuisine" Laurent has been cooking these secret recipes for her own family for years. They've passed the "10-year-old boy test," and now she is sharing these tried-and-true...
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The Vintage Cookery Books series hopes to bring old wisdom and classic techniques back to life, as we have so much to learn from 'the old ways' of cooking. Not only can these books provide a fascinating window into past societies, cultures and every-day life, but they also let us actively delve into our own history – with a taste of what, how and when, people ate, drank, and socialised.
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The world of wine encompasses endless variety. Consumers want to understand what makes one bottle of wine different from another, vintners need to know how to communicate what makes their product distinctive. Drawing on a decade of fieldwork in Italy and France as well as interviews with critics and analysis of market data, Giacomo Negro, Michael T. Hannan, and Susan Olzak provide an unprecedented sociological account of the dynamics of wine markets....
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Banish bloat and breakouts, balance hormones, and reduce painful cramps!
Sometimes it feels like there's just no way to feel good during your menstrual cycle. It seems like ibuprofen and sick days are the only way to get through-until now. The Better Period Food Solution teaches you how to eat for a better, healthier, more comfortable period!
This helpful guide shows how nutrition and certain foods can not only help alleviate painful period...
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Kentucky has a rich southern heritage but blends culinary arts from several cultural backgrounds. I was raised in Lexington, Ky and on a horse farm in Fleming County, KY. The traditions of Kentucky Bourbon and wonderfully flavorful country food were a part of my life from childhood. My grandmother and mother cooked and baked with bourbon before it became the current world-wide phenomenon.
Bourbon and horses are hallmarks of Kentucky and the Bluegrass...
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Get young bakers making their own treats with Super Simple Classic Cookies! Kids can make a batch of desserts by following the super simple recipes in this book. They will learn how to make classic chocolate chip cookies, tasty oatmeal cookies and more. With simple text, how-to photos, and tricks and tips, cooking has never been easier or more fun. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of...
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This "sophisticated guide for fans of Irish whiskey" explores the history, distilleries, and pubs-and includes twelve original cocktails (The Wall Street Journal).
An Irish whiskey guru, two bartender behemoths, and an adept writer combine forces to create this comprehensive guide to Irish whiskey. Starting with an introduction to the history of whiskey in Ireland, the authors explain what makes each style unique. An illustrated tour of the four...
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Are you a multi-tasker being, pulled in too many directions at once? Have you chosen the role of complacency, doing the same thing day in and day out? Kathy Meenach was in that role, until she made the choice to break the cycle and regain balance in her life. In Sojourns, Anyone? A Guide to Rejuvenation, she takes you on her journey of re-discovery and suggests how other women can take sojourns of their own. Kathy allows, the reader to step into her...
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