Cookbooks, Food and Wine

by Janet Podleski , Greta Podleski , Ted Martin , Language: English

Lick your lips and shrink your hips with The Looneyspoons Collection jam-packed with "the best of the best" Janet & Greta recipes… made even better!• Better carbs• Better fats• More fiber• Less sugar• Less salt• Same great taste that won’t go to your waist!The Looneyspoons Collection features outrageously delicious, reader-favorite recipes from Janet & Greta’s incredibly popular cookbooks Looneyspoons, one of Canada’s all-time bestsellers; Crazy Plates, a James Beard Foundation Award finalist; and Eat, Shrink & Be Merry!, voted "Cookbook of the Decade 2000–2009" by Chapters/Indigo Books……Plus tons of new, must-try recipes, including:• Greta’s Gluten-Free Miracle Brownies: Chewy, moist, double-chocolate fudge brownies• Honey, I Shrunk My Thighs!: Mouthwatering, honey-garlic baked chicken thighs that will leave everyone begging for more• Moroccan and Rollin’ Quinoa Salad: The super-grain becomes super-scrumptious when paired with rockin’ spices• Pimped-Out Pumpkin Pie Pancakes: One taste and you’ll say, "Thanks(for)giving me this fabulous recipe!"Diabetic? Looking for gluten-free or vegetarian options? Counting points? Cooking for finicky kids? The Looneyspoons Collection makes healthy eating delicious and fun for everyone!A feast for your eyes and your taste buds, The Looneyspoons Collection is overflowing with gorgeous, full-color food photos; hundreds of practical weight-loss, anti-aging and healthy-living tips; and, of course, a heaping helping of Janet & Greta’s trademark corny jokes and punny recipe titles.

by Galton Blackiston , Tara Fisher , Language: English

Galton Blackiston is one of Britain’s best-kept culinary secrets. Widely acclaimed throughout his much-loved home county of Norfolk and highly rated by his fellow chefs (Delia Smith and Simon Hopkinson among them), he embodies the very best of British cooking. Using the freshest ingredients to create simple yet stunning dishes, Galton consistently wows diners and critics alike. Delicious, easy to make and unpretentious, the mouthwatering recipes in "Summertime" are all evocative of the warmer months and transform straightforward meals into something truly special.

by Zuza Zak , (Photographer Laura Edwards , Language: English

This is a fresh new take on Polish cooking from young food writer Zuza Zak. The food of Poland has long been overlooked, but the time is right for a reinvention, with an estimated 10 million people of Polish descent living in the US. Zuza presents her contemporary take on Polish cuisine, with lavishly photographed recipes for snacks, party foods, soups, preserves, breads, fish, meat and poultry, salads, and desserts.

by Raghavan Iyer , Language: English

Curry is Salmon with Garlic and Turmeric. Curry is Grilled Chicken with Cashew-Tomato Sauce. Curry is Asparagus with Tomato and Crumbled Paneer. Curry is Lamb with Yellow Split Peas, Chunky Potatoes with Spinach, Tamarind Shrimp with Coconut Milk, Baby Back Ribs with a Sweet-Sour Glaze and Vinegar Sauce, Basmati Rice with Fragrant Curry Leaves. Curry is vivid flavors, seasonal ingredients, a kaleidoscope of spices and unexpected combinations. And 660 Curries is the gateway to the world of Indian cooking, demystifying one of the world’s great cuisines.P

by Landis Valley Associates , Language: English

More than 200 recipes from the leading museum on Pennsylvania Dutch cultureConvenient lay-flat spiral bindingHistoric background of food and foodwaysThe culture of the Pennsylvania Dutch is preserved at Landis Valley Museum in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This volume produced in association with the museum presents food and foodways essential to seasonal events and holidays of the calendar year, from New Year’s Day to Christmas, barn raisings to quilting bees. More than 200 recipes are offered, both traditional and modern, including such favorites as chicken corn soup, onion bread, Fastnachts, shoofly pie, pepper cabbage, red beet eggs, apple butter, corn fritters, Lebkuche, funnel cake, clear toy candy, bellyguts, soft pretzels, scrapple, sausage, pig stomach, roasted ham, chicken pot pie, pork and sauerkraut, fried rabbit, dandelion wine, and cherry bounce.

by Leila Lindholm , Language: English

Leila has now brought together another fabulous collection of delicious recipes. The focus in this book is on wood fired pizza, pasta, bread, pancakes and waffles, as well as sweet desserts like ice cream, cheesecake and sweet pies. Although there is an Italian feel to many of the recipes, Leila has taken inspiration from all over, from American apple pie to French pastries to Belgian waffles. Filled with over 150 recipes and over 200 beautiful photographs, this is a cookbook to inspire and delight.

by Gary Allen , Language: English

When you get right down to it, taking the intestine of an animal and stuffing it with the ground meat of that animal doesn’t really seem all that intuitive an approach to food preparation. But, as Gary Allen shows in this rich and engaging history, people worldwide have been making sausage for thousands of years. A veritable alphabet of sausages, from the Cajun andouille—and its less spicy forerunner, a French saucisson of the same name––and Mexican chorizo all the way to the Italian zampone, Allen tells a story of relentless creativity and invention, as different cultures found countless delectable ways to transform these otherwise unappealing pieces of meat.

by Alain Ducasse , Frédéric Robert , Language: French

Après Le Grand Livre de cuisine, voici l’art des douceurs selon Alain Ducasse et Frédéric Robert. Pâtisserie, viennoiserie, boulangerie, confiserie, travail du chocolat, des glaces et des sorbets, des fruits et des arômes : rien n’y manque, tant les recettes classiques et les bases que des créations audacieuses portant la marque d’un style concentré et architecturé. Cette " cuisine du sucré " est en continuité parfaite avec l’art du salé : un bon repas est un plaisir harmonieux, et l’arrivée du dessert ne doit provoquer aucune rupture de ton.

by Sarah Raven , Jonathan Buckley , Language: English

Sarah Raven is not only an inspirational cook, but also a qualified doctor. Here she brings together her unique talents to offer a magnificent canon of recipes, sharing her medical knowledge to explain exactly how and why certain foods help protect your body and give you the best possible chance of a longer, healthier life.The 250 sumptuous and colorful recipes include Coconut sugar marmalade, Spiced aubergine salad with pomegranate raita, Lemon chicken and summer herb salad, Cashew hummus, Black bean burritos, Blood orange sorbet and Basil yoghurt ice cream.

by Amy Thomas , Language: English

"From the New York cupcake wars to the perfect Parisian macaron, Thomas’s passion is palpable, her sweet tooth, unstoppable."—Elizabeth Bard, bestselling author of Lunch in Paris Forever a girl obsessed with all things French, sweet freak Amy Thomas landed a gig as rich as the purest dark chocolate: leave Manhattan for Paris to write ad copy for Louis Vuitton. Working on the Champs-Elysees, strolling the charming streets, and exploring the best patisseries and boulangeries, Amy marveled at the magnificence of the City of Light.

by Angela Liddon , Language: English

The long-awaited debut cookbook from one of the most popular vegan food bloggers on the web
After a decade of struggling with an eating disorder and subsisting on diet, low-calorie processed foods, Angela Liddon vowed to get healthy once and for all. Done with feeling sick and tired, she threw out her fat-free butter spray and low-calorie frozen dinners. Instead, Angela embraced whole foods that made her glow from the inside out. But first, she had to learn to cook—and eat—right.
Five years ago, Angela started a blog, ohsheglows.c

by Leela Punyaratabandhu , Language: English

Thai takeout meets authentic, regional flavors in this collection of 100 recipes for easy, economical, and accessible Thai classics–from the rising star behind the blog She Simmers.Who can say no to a delicious plate of Pad Thai with Shrimp; a fresh, tangy Green Papaya Salad; golden Fried Spring Rolls; or a rich, savory Pork Toast with Cucumber Relish? Thai food is not only one of the most vibrant, wonderfully varied cuisines in the world, it also happens to be one of the tastiest, and a favorite among American eaters.T

by Howie Southworth , Greg Matza , Language: English

Let’s face it. If your kitchen had just one pan, one single tool to accomplish any cooking concoction of which you dare to dream, it should be a pretty awesome one, right? The chosen one, the golden child, the king of the ring, the one true pan to rule them all! It should be a cast iron skillet!Cast iron cookware is a proven hero, never goes out of style, and cannot be destroyed despite how you feel about yourself as a home cook. Here Howie Southworth and Greg Matza—best friends and adventurous home cooks—share 100 recipes for cooking in a skillet on the stovetop or outdoors on a grill or campfire.

by Kurt Beecher Dammeier , Barnard & Meyer , Language: English

ou are what you eat. And what you’re eating isn’t good.With the proliferation of artificial additives, hormones, antibiotics, and the thousand other man-made substances and chemical cocktails lurking in our grocery bags, eating healthy, natural foods is trickier than ever. It’s no coincidence that America’s health is flagging, with obesity and type 2 diabetes now at epidemic levels.Taking control of your diet doesn’t have to be a challenge. Pure Food will show you how easy—and how much healthier—it is to cook clean, delicious foods.K

by Cherie Mercer Twohy , Trader Joe’s (Firm , Language: English

CIRCLE THE GLOBE WITH TRADER JOE’S Thanks to the eclectic products sold at Trader Joe’s, one quick stop and you’ll have everything you need to make unique, crowd-pleasing ethnic meals.

by Chris Lilly , Language: English

Grill like a pro with the expert recipes and tips in Fire and Smoke.World champion pitmaster Chris Lilly combines the speed of grilling with the smoky flavors of low-and-slow barbecue for great meals any night of the week, no fancy equipment required. Cook trout in a cast-iron skillet nestled right in smoldering coals for a crispy yet tender and flaky finish. Roast chicken halves in a pan on a hot grill, charring the skin while capturing every bit of delicious juice. Infuse delicious smoke flavors into fruits and vegetables, even cocktails and desserts.

by Lisa Fain , Language: English

From beloved food blogger Lisa Fain, aka the Homesick Texan, comes this follow-up to her wildly popular debut cookbook, featuring more than 125 recipes for wonderfully comforting, ingredient-driven Lone Star classics that the whole family will love.There are few things finer than a delicious, homemade meal shared with family and friends. Take it from Lisa Fain, a seventh-generation Texan who loves to cook and serve up the best dishes her home state has to offer—even though she now lives half a country away.T

by David Lebovitz , Ed Anderson , Language: English

It’s been ten years since David Lebovitz packed up his most treasured cookbooks, a well-worn cast-iron skillet, and his laptop and moved to Paris. In that time, the culinary culture of France has shifted as a new generation of chefs and home cooks—most notably in Paris—incorporates ingredients and techniques from around the world into traditional French dishes.In My Paris Kitchen, David remasters the classics, introduces lesser-known fare, and presents 100 sweet and savory recipes that reflect the way modern Parisians eat today.

by N/A , Language: English

Is There Some Magic Way To Make The Best Meal You Have Ever Tasted? Absolutely!Start Your Slow Cooker & Get ALL the amazing ideas & recipes today and create the perfect homemade food.Eric Shaffer, Blogger, Food Enthusiast “Finally, A Useful Slow Cooker Cookbook!” Here’s The Real Kicker The Crock Pot Appétit is a #1 Most Exclusive Recipe Book Ever. Unlike other cookbooks, guidance and recipes, the Crock Pot Appétit has been created to focus on Easy Slow Cooking Techniques and The Most Explosive Flavours.

by Jennie Ripps , Maria Littlefield , Tina Rupp , Language: English

Owl’s Brew, the first blended tea concentrate designed to pair seamlessly with a variety of spirits (including champagne, wine, and even beer!), has transformed the DIY cocktail movement. Jennie Ripps and Maria Littlefield, the founders of Owl’s Brew, have now created the ultimate book for the at-home entertainer: Wise Cocktails.Wise Cocktails offers fresh-brewed tips and tricks for mixing up your very own tea-based cocktails. Jam-packed with 100 recipes, this cocktail book includes drinks made with loose-leaf tea and Owl’s Brew signature tea blends, as well as recipes for tea sodas, smoothies, and even tea-infused snacks.

by Pamela Ellgen , Language: English

Dehydrating is the perfect solution for those who want to make the most of their garden’s output, create unprocessed snacks, and prepare meals that cost dimes instead of dollars. The Ultimate Healthy Dehydrator Cookbook is the first book of its kind that shows how to affordably build a pantry full of dried foods and use them to make healthy dishes.The reasons for dehydrating food are as compelling today as they were thousands of years ago―it’s environmentally sustainable, simple, quick and delicious.

by Diane Roupe , Language: English

Nearly 1,000 crowd-pleasing and award-winning recipes presented in an easy, step-by-step format to ensure success for anyone-even beginners.More than just a comprehensive cookbook, The Blue Ribbon Country Cookbook contains easy-to-follow techniques and detailed explanations that ensure success. Chapters include every type of food, from soups and stews to pies and tarts, and recipes range from traditional favorites to more contemporary dishes such as Fresh Pear Salad with Ginger Dressing and Rosemary Chicken with Red Raspberry Sauce.

by Joy Perrine , Susan Reigler , Language: English

Ninety-five percent of the world’s bourbon whiskey is produced in Kentucky, and the drink is as distinctive to the state as Thoroughbred horses and Bluegrass music. As America’s native spirit enjoys booming popularity worldwide, award-winning bartender Joy Perrine and celebrated restaurant critic and drinks writer Susan Reigler return to offer new recipes that will delight both the cocktail novice and the seasoned connoisseur.Following up on their best-selling The Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book, the duo returns with more reasons to appreciate bourbon whiskey.

by Tammy Algood , Language: English

You know how it goes. You get caught at work past six in a meeting that doesn’t seem to end. And your son has baseball practice, while your daughter forgot about a science fair project that’s due tomorrow; and in the middle of it all, everyone is starving. There can’t possibly be an option that doesn’t involve a crackly drive-thru loudspeaker, can there? Tammy Algood says there can!In a Snap! is your playbook of ideas for fabulous meals that materialize with ease on the most time-crunched of days, all without surrendering the delicious results your family demands.