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This book examines the PLOT of the novel and the CHARACTERS in John Steinbeck's famous novelLA THE PEAR. This allows the critic of the novel to have a comprehensive view of what the novel is about, how it is crafted, who the players are and what underlies the CONFLICT of the novella. This should prepare any student of John Steinbeck in general or of this novella in particular, to answer any questions about the writer and his work, his world view and...
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Mediterranean food is the home cooking of many local cultures, a way of cooking derived from generous people, rustic foods, and simple pleasures. Its clear, robust flavors and uncomplicated preparations have made it a favorite of Americans and have earned it an honored place in our culinary tradition. What makes Mediterranean vegetable cookery so wonderful is the way its ingredients have been combined to create a host of delicious dishes virtually...
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The first edition of this very popular nineteenth century cookbook was published in 1839 as The American Housewife, later expanded to The Kitchen Directory and American Housewife and often republished as The American Housewife and Kitchen Directory. Author Anne Howe's name did not appear on the title page until later editions published after this 1841 version. Her preface states that although she is not an Ude (French chef) or a Kitchiner (popular...
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The book is a didactic cookbook/travelogue. A recount of history, culture, gastronomy and people from Southern European Countries, Spain, Italy, France, Portugal and Greece. The book includes recipes and photos of magic corners where I have had the fortunate and great opportunity in my life to visit, to expand my vision, my mind, my imagination, to make new international friends, to delight my palatal and where all my senses converged in delicious...
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This cookbook is a stunning, mouthwatering homage to the unique, beloved, and healthy cuisine of Catalonia. Once an undiscovered gem among Europe's culinary traditions, the cuisine of Catalonia, a province of northeast Spain, has become an inspiration to some of the world's top chefs. Catalan Cuisine is the definitive guide to authentic Catalan cooking-the book that introduced this remarkable cuisine to America, and a volume that is found today in...
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This ebook has a fixed layout and is best viewed on a widescreen, full-colour tablet.
Lunch in Paris is a tantalising daytrip through the City of Light, that works out to be a fair bit cheaper than a return flight to France.
Each chapter of this chic cookbook focusses on one of Paris' arrondissements and is studded with dreamy location photography. Stroll through the lush Place de Vosges, and along the golden water of Île Saint-Louis – all before...
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Melia Marden grew up in New York and Greece, where she enjoyed great seasonal food and a family that loved to entertain. As executive chef at New York City's hotspot, The Smile, she develops an ever-changing seasonal menu rooted in Mediterranean flavor that has been raved about by Frank Bruni and Padma Lakshmi and is loved by celebrities. Now, in Marden's first book, she presents 125 easy Mediterranean-inspired recipes for the home cook. From Minted...
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In The Mafia Cookbook, Joe Dogs took the quintessential Mob formula -- murder, betrayal, food -- and turned it into a bestseller, not surprisingly, since Joe Dogs's mixture of authentic Italian recipes and colorful Mafia anecdotes is as much fun to read as it is to cook from.
Now The Mafia Cookbook is reprinted with Cooking on the Lam -- adding thirty-seven original new recipes and a thrilling account of Dogs's recent years since he testified against...
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Join author and chef Daniel Hoyer through the varied geography, culture, history, and cuisine of Mexico. Mexico's rich history and myriad cultural influences are reflected in its food, which exposes a largely unexplored world of nuanced flavors and unique ingredients, as well as a wide range of cooking styles and techniques. Includes cuisines from the Northern Frontier, the Pacific Coast, the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, the Central Crossroads, the Colonial...
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In the Danza family, the men did most of the cooking -- great Italian-American food that has remained the favorite cuisine in American households for more than a century.
Now, actor, television personality, and exuberant cook Tony Danza and his son, Marc (and grandson, Nicholas!), invite you into the kitchen with their huge, at times hilarious, Italian-American clan for 50 top-secret family recipes (the sauce and the lasagna) and never-before-shared...
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A collection of delectable and delicious recipes for the Ukrainian table, from Traditional to Soups and Stews to Main Courses to Fish and Seafood to Side Dishes and Salads to Breads to Pastries and Sweets to Beverages and Holiday Dishes. Welcome to the rich and flavorful world of Ukrainian cuisine! Ukraine, a country steeped in history and culture, boasts a culinary tradition that reflects the diverse landscapes and bountiful harvests of its vast...
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"Eclectic Interior Design History: A Journey of Blending Old and New Interior Styles" explores the fascinating development of interior design by tracking the dynamic fusion of many historical inspirations with modern ingenuity. This fascinating book explores the intricate tapestry of design history, demonstrating how the eclectic design approach skillfully combines several times, cultures, and aesthetics to produce distinctly alluring places. The...
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Après vous avoir déjà présenté deux livres sur la cuisine asiatique, me voilà de retour avec un troisième ouvrage, qui se veut une belle suite logique des deux premiers tomes. Ce que je vous propose cette fois ? Rien de moins que le meilleur de cette cuisine riche en saveurs et en traditions ! Vous y trouverez les grands classiques asiatiques que l'on souhaite faire encore et encore, mais aussi des plats tendance qui renouvellent agréablement...
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'Food and culture go hand in hand; as life moves on, we win some and we lose some. There are times where we have to learn to adapt, infusing our life with flavours. So far, my life – including my journey from the classroom to the restaurant – has been blessed with some very old as well as very new recipes of warmth and love.
'Basic Indian cooking revolves around a healthy lifestyle, and in this wholesome book you will learn to cook old regional...
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Acclaimed author Cathy Erway offers an insider's look at Taiwanese cooking-from home-style dishes to authentic street food While certain dishes from Taiwan are immensely popular, like steamed buns and bubble tea, the cuisine still remains relatively unknown in America. In The Food of Taiwan, Taiwanese-American Cathy Erway, the acclaimed blogger and author of The Art of Eating In, gives readers an insider's look at Taiwanese cooking with almost 100...
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Soupe tom yum bien parfumée, rouleaux de printemps frais, sautés colorés, egg rolls gourmands… Pas besoin d'aller au resto pour se régaler de mets asiatiques ! Avec l'accessibilité des ingrédients typiques de l'Asie et la grande popularité de ces recettes, cuisiner des plats issus de la Chine, de la Thaïlande, du Vietnam et d'autres pays de ce continent est devenu pratique courante. Si bien que les mets de la cuisine asiatique s'inscrivent...
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Do you love the great outdoors and exploring nature? Are you a fan of healthy, sustainable living? Then get ready to discover the amazing world of wild edibles with Wild Edibles of the West Coast: Foraging Wild Edible Plants of California and the Pacific Northwest.This comprehensive 2 book bundle is packed with everything you need to know to safely and successfully forage wild edibles in the western United States. From identifying edible plants and...
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With its small plates and endless assortment of dishes, dim sum is an increasingly popular way to do brunch. For those new to this fun feast, or regulars looking to try a different dish, Dim Sum is the ultimate guidebook to this traditional Chinese meal. Perfect for popping into a purse or pocket, this handy guide identifies the 50 most popular dim sum dishes with full-color photographs, short descriptions of the ingredients, the names of the dishes...
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Richard Olney responsible for the legendary Time-Life cooking series as well as other cooking classics such as his wonderful Simple French Food (also published by Grub Street) moved to Provence in 1961 and had the good fortune to befriend Lulu and Lucien Peyraud, the owners of the noted Domaine Tempier vineyard in Provence, not far from Marseilles. Lulus Provenal Table tantalizes the reader with Olneys descriptions of the regional food served as the...