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Now summer is upon us most of us will be getting the barbecues out and using them once more. There are many benefits to be had from cooking food on a barbecue rather than in the kitchen. When you cook food on a barbecue it seems to tastes much nicer. The reason for this being that the intense heat produced by a barbecue helps to actually caramelize the exterior of the food. A barbecue not only helps to actually make food look more appetizing by turning...
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ix, 369 pages ; 25 cm
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A look at how alcohol and other intoxicants helped spark the rise of the first large-scale societies by enhancing creativity, alleviating stress and building trust among conflicting tribes to allow them to cooperate with each other.
Drunk cuts through the tangle of urban legends and anecdotal impressions that surround our notions of intoxication to provide the first rigorous, scientifically-grounded explanation for our love of alcohol. Drawing on...
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246 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
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"Este libro te invita a sumergirte en el divertido y milagroso mundo de los batidos saludables. En sus paginas encontraras informacion util y practica para iniciarte en su elaboracion y consumo, disfrutando de las 108 exquisitas recetas que contiene. No necesitas revisar y ajustar toda tu dieta. Solo tienes que quitarle el polvo a tu batidora, enchufarla y ponerte en movimiento. Sin duda merecera la pena. Estos maravillosos brebajes te ofrecen un...
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Why should you buy this book? Easy: I've written a straightforward and easy-to-follow guide to malt whiskies which will point you straight in the direction of malts which will be to your taste, based on whiskies you'll probably be familiar with and which are readily available to try out in many pubs. Based on those malts I'll show you which are similar in character so you'll know that if you like such and such a whisky then you'll probably like these...
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With so many wine books on the market, attorney and wine expert Corey D. Boddie has made a valiant effort to condense the basics of tasting wine into a 15-minute read. How can this be done? It is done through witty, but with informative basic wine knowledge. Unlike any guidebook you will ever read, Corey takes you on a wine lesson which involves personal experience and text book references which will spark the wine bug in you.
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This book is for anyone who wants to find out more about the age-old drink of whiskey.
Whiskey production and drinking is surrounded by myths, and it can be confusing whether you are drinking Scotch, whiskey, Bourbon or rye! We wrote this book to clear up some of this confusion, providing you with an easy-to-read guide that tells you everything you need to know about whiskey so you know your Scotch from Bourbon and can really appreciate this wonderful...
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In this book-part wine primer, part cultural exploration, part introduction to the Argentine lifestyle-discover where to eat, what to see, and how to travel like a local with Laura Catena, the Argentina-born, United States-educated, globetrotting wine star. The world's fifth largest producer of wine, Argentina is home to malbec, the country's best-known indigenous grape. More than 400,000 Americans and 600,000 Europeans visit Argentina every year...
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Know More, Pour More - The Enthusiast's Self-Study Guide to Wine is a series of online self-study guides to enhance the experience of all the wine tasting you do! Easy to access, available at your own pace, and easy on your pocketbook, these self-study guides will further your wine education, your wine career, and most importantly your enjoyment of wine. Understanding Wine For The Restaurant Professional Your customers enjoy wine, but many times they...
70) Vino para uno
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Nuevas generaciones en los viñedos y bodegas, la consolidación de la liberación femenina, la noción de comida sana y una nueva estética social han modificado el consumo del vino. Hoy, en las tiendas especializadas, y también en supermercados, la lectura de las etiquetas es más sabia.
¿Cómo se aprende? Descorchando, probando, comparando. Usted avanza mientras confirma o se equivoca, descubriendo dónde está lo bueno, dónde lo regular, dónde...
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With this charming guide to casual outdoor entertaining by Denise Gee, belle-of-the-ball author of Southern Cocktails, party and decorating ideas have never been more simple or inspiring. Gee and acclaimed photographer Bobby Peacock crisscrossed the U.S. photographing their favorite porches and dreaming up fresh, summery spins on classic Southern drinks, resulting in 50 recipes for everything from punches to cocktails including several nonalcoholic...
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If you have ever wanted to know how to make great tasting whisky and scotch at home, then this book is for you.
Expert distillers have been making whisky and scotch for years, so the process can appear a bit overwhelming, however, this book provides you with step-by-step instructions to make your very own great tasting whisky and scotch to compete with the best of them!
It is great fun to make your own whisky and scotch at home and surprisingly...
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Overwhelmed when you walk into the local wine store?
Just trying to find that special gift for that special occasion?
Looking for the perfect pairing for tonight's dinner?
Or are you just tired of the same ol' same ol'?
Let Rod Phillips, Canada's trusted wine expert, show you the way. With over 500 domestic and international wines categorized by vintage, appellation, alcohol content, price range, taste description - and Phillips' authoritative...
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Drinking Like Ladies is dedicated to the proposition that a woman's place is behind the bar. . . or in front of it. . . or really any place she pleases. Acclaimed bartenders Kirsten Amann and Misty Kalkofen have scoured the globe collecting recipes--often from equally acclaimed female bartenders--pairing each tipple with a toast to a trailblazing lady. From gin to whiskey, tequila to punch, Drinking Like Ladies has a twist and a toast for every...
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If you've been thinking of trying your hand at home winemaking, delay no longer! It's easier than you think to make wonderful wine at home. Get started today with this practical guide to making your first bottle of perfect homemade wine. Author Lori Stahl demystifies essential winemaking techniques with friendly, jargon-free instructions and gorgeous color photography. She begins by taking you step by step through making wine from a kit, and then...
76) Whiskies
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There are few spirits that command such dedication, interest and affection as whisky. The purpose of this book is to provide a pathway through the whisky maze, to demystify it and to provide a platform from which a lifetime's hobby can be launched. Whisky expert Dominic Roskrow explores all aspects of this popular drink, delving into its history, dispelling the myths surrounding it and highlighting individualities of the many varieties that exist....
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The art of creating and consuming bourbon is exploding. Today you will find craft bourbon distilleries in all 50 states. As mixologists and distillers find the space, market and financial success to fully explore their trade, the world is taking notice. It's in the middle of this expanding industry that author Carla Carlton takes the time to connect all the dots for you, the bourbon enthusiast. She concisely maps out the seeds of the newest trends...
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An engaging tour through the most common pitfalls, stumbling blocks and sources of confusion that consumers face as they seek to understand the complicated and endlessly fascinating subject of wine. Though a series of humorous and easy to read conversations the author coaches the readers step-by–step through the essential skills everyone needs to have in order to select, store and serve wine properly. Throughout the book, the primary emphasis is...
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Do you like wine but want to learn more about it? When you order it at the restaurant and the waiter pours a little bit and hands you the glass, are you puzzled about what to look for? If you want to learn more about the complex world of wines and wine tasting, this book will take away the mystery. Learn to enjoy wine and sound like you know what you are talking about! Wine has a language of its own and unless you know what it means, it can be confusing...
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Capturing the spirit of the tropics, Paradise on Ice takes a refreshing dip into the wonderful world of tropical drinks. Choose from 50 bliss-inducing blends of exotic fruits, juices, and liquors, each designed to feel like a vacation in a glass. From margaritas and tropitinis to spirit-free smoothies and refreshing coolers, each creatively mixed concoction is the perfect pleaser for summer patio get-togethers, Caribbean theme parties, poolside lounging,...
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