Category: Holiday & Party Cooking

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The Glass of Wine: The Science, Technology, and Art of Glassware for Transporting and Enjoying Wine by Penelope L. Shackelford [1119223431, Format: EPUB]

  • Title: The Glass of Wine: The Science, Technology, and Art of Glassware for Transporting and Enjoying Wine
  • Autor: Penelope L. Shackelford
  • Print Length: 208 pages
  • Publisher (Publication Date): Wiley-American Ceramic Society; 1 edition (December 8, 2017)
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B078GPZV8G
  • ISBN-10: 1119223431,
  • ISBN-13: 978-1119223436,
  • File Format: EPUB

The first book to focus on the role of glass as a material of critical importance to the wine industry

For centuries glass has been the material of choice for storing, shipping, and sipping wine. How did that come to pass, and why? To what extent have glassmaking and wine making co-evolved over the centuries? The first book to focus on the role of glass as a material of critical importance to the wine industry, The Glass of Wine answers these and other fascinating questions.

The authors deftly interweave compelling historical, technical, and esthetic narratives in their exploration of glass as the vessel of choice for holding, storing, and consuming wine. They discuss the traditions informing the shapes and sizes of wine bottles and wine glasses, and they demystify the selection of the “right glass” for red versus white varietals, as well as sparkling and dessert wines. In addition, they review the technology of modern glassmaking and consider the various roles glass plays in wineries—especially in the enologist’s laboratory. And they consider the increasing use of aluminum and polymer containers and its potential impact on the central role of glass as the essential material for wine appreciation. 

  • The first book focusing on the role of glass and its central importance to the wine industry
  • Written by a glass scientist at UC Davis, home of the premier viticulture and enology program in North America
  • Interlards discussions of the multi-billion-dollar glass and wine industries with valuable technical insights for scientists, engineers, and wine enthusiasts alike
  • Illustrates the wide spectrum of bottles, carafes, decanters, and drinking glasses with an abundance of exquisite full-color photos

Both an authoritative guide and a compelling read, The Glass of Wine tells the story of the centuries-old marriage between an endlessly fascinating material and a celebrated beverage. It is sure to have enormous appeal among ceramic and glass professionals, wine makers, and oenophiles of all backgrounds.

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Fan Fare: Game Day Recipes for Delicious Finger Foods, Drinks & More by Kate McMillan [1681882566, Format: EPUB]

Title: Fan Fare: Game Day Recipes for Delicious Finger Foods, Drinks & More
Autor: Kate McMillan
Print Length: 104 pages
Publisher (Publication Date): Weldon Owen (August 29, 2017)
Language: English
ASIN: B077ZNZCVW
ISBN-10: 1681882566,
ISBN-13: 978-1681882567,
File Format: EPUB, PDF

Whether or not the game is any good doesn’t matter as long as you have great eats: eating well during the game is nearly as important as the game itself. Packed with classic game day fare, from munchies and small bites to classic tailgating stand-bys and stadium standards, this book is your complete guide to game-day-grub.

From simple dips to a variety of wings, fully-loaded nachos and Texas chili to meaty sliders and cheesy quesadillas, this book is packed with exactly what everyone wants to eat in front of the tv or at the game. The 60 recipes offer lots of easy variations on favorite game day classics and are accompanied by helpful tips for serving and making things ahead.

Selection of recipes:
• Snacks and Dips: Guacamole and Salsa, Cheesy Fundido Dip, Hot Artichoke-Parmesan Dip, Sweet & Spicy Bacon Popcorn, Beer Nuts, Potato Chips, Onion Strings, Sweet Potato Fries and Garlic-Parmesan Fries

• Small Bites: Jalapeno Poppers, Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp, Meatballs with Romesco Sauce, Fried Calamari, Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms, Deep Dish Mini Pizzas, Soft Pretzels, Ahi Tuna Wontons, and Classic Deviled Eggs

• Small Plates: Ham and Cheese Stromboli, Tandoori Chicken Kebabs, Spicy Buffalo Wings, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Pulled Pork Sliders, Hanger Steak Sliders, Buffalo Burger Sllders, Texas Chili, Taco Salad, Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread, Chicken and Artichoke Pizza, Sausage and Onion Flatbread, Sloppy Joes, Loaded Nachos, and a variety of Quesadillas, Twice-Baked Potato Skins, and Panini.

• Pitcher Drinks: Margaritas, Mojitos, Bloody Marys, Ramos Fizz, Beer Cocktails, and Greyhounds.

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Christmas Slow Cooking: Over 250 Hassle-Free Holiday Recipes for the Electric Slow Cooker by Dominique DeVito [1604333588, Format: EPUB]

Title: Christmas Slow Cooking: Over 250 Hassle-Free Holiday Recipes for the Electric Slow Cooker
Autor: Dominique DeVito
Print Length: 264 pages
Publisher (Publication Date): Cider Mill Press (December 15, 2015)
Language: English
ASIN: B0182L0CN8
ISBN-10: , 1604333588
ISBN-13: , 978-1604333589
File Format: EPUB

The only cookbook you need for festive and simple slow cooker recipes that are just perfect for the holidays.

The only full-color slow cooking cookbook for Christmas that celebrates traditional holiday recipes with creative twists and healthful variations, all while requiring minimal time in the kitchen. Choose from over 250 recipes, each featured with a full-page photograph of the finished dish to give you a colorful glimpse of the holiday meals that will feast the family, warm the soul and satisfy every appetite.

Between shopping, decorating, wrapping presents and entertaining, who has time to slave over the oven? This Christmas season you can dazzle your loved ones with a feast full of mouthwatering holiday dishes prepared with the slow cooker. Included are over 250 recipes from soups and stews to side dishes, desserts and even beverages. You’ll have every base covered to impress without the stress. Unlike most slow cooker cookbooks, Christmas Slow Cooking features an attractive full-page color photograph of the prepared dish with nearly every recipe. These irresitable illustrations paired with easy-to-follow instructions, slow cooker tips, conversion charts and helpful sidebar notes throughout, guarantee the courses can be prepared with confidence. Readers can count on following carefully crafted recipes that you won’t see in just any slow cooker book- they look, smell and taste like Christmas. Wake up Christmas morning to overnight eggnog cranberry steel-cut oatmeal; indulge in a citrus-cinnamon spiced ham for dinner and proudly pass apricot glazed chicken wings at your company potluck. Combining tradition with innovation, the book even covers vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, low-acid and other dietary specific recipes so you can please everyone. Let the slow cooker do the work so you can spend more time with your loved ones and less time in the kitchen this holiday season!

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Very Vegan Cookies by Ellen Brown [1604332913, Format: EPUB]

Title: Very Vegan Christmas Cookies
Autor: Ellen Brown
Print Length: 128 pages
Publisher (Publication Date): Cider Mill Press (August 20, 2013)
Language: English
ASIN: B00EB9ZADI
ISBN-10: , 1604332913
ISBN-13: , 978-1604332919
File Format: EPUB

Take vegan charge of the holidays and impress your friends and family with your baking skills—all without milk or eggs! With more than 125 innovative recipes created by a well-known cookbook author, a feast a flavors awaits.