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A History of the World in 6 Glasses
by Tom StandageNew York Times BestsellerFrom beer to Coca-Cola, the six drinks that have helped shape human history. Throughout human history, certain drinks have done much more than just quench thirst. As Tom Standage relates with authority and charm, six of them have had a surprisingly pervasive influence on the course of history, becoming the defining drink during a pivotal historical period. A History of the World in 6 Glasses tells the story of humanity from the Stone Age to the 21st century through the lens of beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola. Beer was first made in the Fertile Crescent and by 3000 B.C.E. was so important to Mesopotamia and Egypt that it was used to pay wages. In ancient Greece wine became the main export of her vast seaborne trade, helping spread Greek culture abroad. Spirits such as brandy and rum fueled the Age of Exploration, fortifying seamen on long voyages and oiling the pernicious slave trade. Although coffee originated in the Arab world, it stoked revolutionary thought in Europe during the Age of Reason, when coffeehouses became centers of intellectual exchange. And hundreds of years after the Chinese began drinking tea, it became especially popular in Britain, with far-reaching effects on British foreign policy. Finally, though carbonated drinks were invented in 18th-century Europe they became a 20th-century phenomenon, and Coca-Cola in particular is the leading symbol of globalization.For Tom Standage, each drink is a kind of technology, a catalyst for advancing culture by which he demonstrates the intricate interplay of different civilizations. You may never look at your favorite drink the same way again.
A History of Water: Water and Food (Bloomsbury Revelations Ser.)
by Terje Oestigaard Terje TvedtWith the world population set to reach 9 billion by the year 2050, and food demand expected to increase by 60 per cent during the same period, one of the key issues facing the world is food security. Major changes in policy and management , across the entire agricultural production chain, will be needed to ensure the best use of available water resources in meeting growing demands for food and other agricultural products. This new volume in the successful History of Water Series focuses on the African continent to address this key issue. Humanity has its roots in Africa and many of our food systems developed there. All types of agricultural production are present and the sheer size of the continent offers wide ecological variation from extreme desert to dense rainforest. Drawing together leading international contributors from a wide variety of disciplines Water and Food offers new insights into the evolution of food systems, from early hunter gatherers to the global challenges of the modern world.
The History of Wine in 100 Bottles: From Bacchus To Bordeaux And Beyond
by Oz ClarkeWinemaking is as old as civilization itself and wine has always been more than just a drink. For thousands of years, from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia to its current status as a vast global industry, the history of wine has been directly related to major social, cultural, religious and economic changes. This fascinating and entertaining book takes a look at 100 bottles that mark a significant change in the evolution of wine and winemaking and captures the innovations and discoveries that have had the biggest impact on the history of ‘bottled poetry’. From goatskin to the German Ratskeller casks and invention of the glass wine bottle, from the short onion-shaped bottles of the 1720s to the tall cylindrical bottles of the 1780s, why Bordeaux, Burgundy and Hoch have their own distinctive bottle shape to the distinctive Paul Masson carafe of the 1970s. Other stories cover the first cork-topped bottles to screw caps, bag-in-box, cans and cartons, early wine labels once glue was strong enough, the first wine labels to be produced by a vineyard (and not a merchant as previously) and commissioned artwork by the 20th century’s most iconic artists for labels on high-end bottles; historically important and unique bottles: the oldest unopened, the most expensive sold at auction, the rarest; wines from the oldest vineyard in production, from the driest place on earth, from the highest and lowest vineyards and the most northern and southern. Oz Clarke also writes about the people who have influenced wine through the centuries, from the medieval Cistercian monks of Burgundy who first thought of place as an important aspect of wine’s identity, through scientists like Pasteur and Peynaud who improved key technical aspects of winemaking, to 20th-century giants like Robert Mondavi and Robert Parker Jr. Oz also talks about famous vintages, from the 1727 Rüdesheimer Apostelwein to the first Montana Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc in 1979 and today’s cult wines from Bordeaux and California. Word Count – 55,000
Hob: A simpler way to cook - 80 stove-top recipes for everyone
by Amy SheppardShort of time, short of money? Entertaining friends or looking for a perfect mid-week meal? Discover 80 great tasting, time-saving recipes with HOB! Sick of endless cooking for an uninspiring meal? Or how about that 15 minute wait to pre-heat oven? Life is complicated enough so say hello to a new kind cookbook that cuts out all the fuss and delivers on flavour. The concept is simple. 80 great-tasting, time-saving recipes, all of which are cooked on the hob, most in one pan and guaranteed to have food on the table in under 30 minutes. With HOB, expect simple budget friendly ingredients and tips on meal planning and quick fixes – everything you need to get dinner served that bit quicker. Whether you're simmering, sautéing or frying, recipes will include crowd pleasers such as chorizo marinara and vegetable katsu curry; budget wonders like spicy bean burgers and red pesto koftas; and HOB treats such as pan-share blackberry crumble and apple and cinnamon rolls. From busy families to budget-conscious students this is a cookbook for anyone who wants to dial down the effort and turn up the flavour!
Hob: A simpler way to cook - 80 stove-top recipes for everyone
by Amy SheppardShort of time, short of money? Entertaining friends or looking for a perfect mid-week meal? Discover 80 great tasting, time-saving recipes with HOB! Sick of endless cooking for an uninspiring meal? Or how about that 15 minute wait to pre-heat oven? Life is complicated enough so say hello to a new kind cookbook that cuts out all the fuss and delivers on flavour. The concept is simple. 80 great-tasting, time-saving recipes, all of which are cooked on the hob, most in one pan and guaranteed to have food on the table in under 30 minutes. With HOB, expect simple budget friendly ingredients and tips on meal planning and quick fixes – everything you need to get dinner served that bit quicker. Whether you're simmering, sautéing or frying, recipes will include crowd pleasers such as chorizo marinara and vegetable katsu curry; budget wonders like spicy bean burgers and red pesto koftas; and HOB treats such as pan-share blackberry crumble and apple and cinnamon rolls. From busy families to budget-conscious students this is a cookbook for anyone who wants to dial down the effort and turn up the flavour!
Hog: Proper pork recipes from the snout to the squeak
by Richard H. Turner'If you're after advice on what to do with any cut you can think of, look no further.'The Caterer 'Hog is a bible for pork fans everywhere...the book celebrates the versatility, appeal and - most importantly - the taste of the pig.'Great British FoodHog is a celebration of all things pig - from breeds and rearing, to butchering and preparing, with techniques, features and more than 150 recipes for nose to tail eating. The comprehensive range of dishes includes hams, bacon, sausages, charcuterie, pates, confits, roasts, grills, hotpots, ragouts, pies, casseroles, scratchings, crackling, trotters and much more - with a foreword from Josh Ozersky and guest contributions from a range of British, American and International chefs and cooks including Diana Henry, Meredith Erickson, Judy Joo, Valentine Warner, Neil Rankin, Mitch Tonks, Fergus Henderson and Aaron Franklin.
Holiday Canapés: 125 Fast and Delicious Treats!
by Gregg R. GillespieDelightful, decorative, and delicious, here are 125 holiday canapés that are each perfect for any celebration. From large family gatherings at Thanksgiving to New Year?s Day brunch for a crowd, these quick, easy-to-assemble, elegant snacks add morsels of fun to all the festivities.
Holiday Dinners with Bradley Ogden: 150 Festive Recipes for Bringing Family and Friends Together
by Bradley OgdenAward-winning chef Bradley Ogden presents his first cookbook in over a decade. Holiday Dinners with Bradley Ogden includes 150 cherished recipes for a range of winter holidays-Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's-in one easy-to-use and delicious guide for making the most memorable meals for the most special occasions. With preparation schedules, sample menus, and instructive sidebars, Chef Ogden takes the guesswork out of holiday preparation so that you can spend more time with the family and less time in the kitchen.With Ogden's focus on responsible cooking, he includes information on buying sustainable local ingredients, and a glossary of terms.
Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen: Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-164 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin)
by Editors of Storey PublishingSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Holiday Hunger in the UK: Local Responses to Childhood Food Insecurity (Routledge Studies in Food, Society and the Environment)
by Michael A. Long Margaret Anne Defeyter Paul B. StreteskyThis timely and much-needed book focuses on the phenomenon often referred to as "holiday hunger" in the United Kingdom. The book begins by outlining the history and scope of holiday hunger – the condition that occurs when a child’s household is, or will become, food insecure during the summer holidays. The decline of the UK welfare state and the rise of neoliberalism have created a situation where up to three million children in the UK face food insecurity during the summer months when there are extra financial pressures on the working poor and when free school meals are not available. This book details the level of childhood and household food insecurity in the UK and describes one of the main responses to holiday hunger – holiday clubs. These clubs are locally organised and funded and provide a place for children to go to eat nutritious meals for free during the school holidays. Highlighting the benefits of holiday clubs that often extend beyond food provision, this book also discusses the challenges that they face now and in the future. The book concludes with recommendations for food insecurity policy and the role of government in fighting holiday hunger. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of food and nutrition security, social policy and public health.
Holiday Hunger in the UK: Local Responses to Childhood Food Insecurity (Routledge Studies in Food, Society and the Environment)
by Michael A. Long Margaret Anne Defeyter Paul B. StreteskyThis timely and much-needed book focuses on the phenomenon often referred to as "holiday hunger" in the United Kingdom. The book begins by outlining the history and scope of holiday hunger – the condition that occurs when a child’s household is, or will become, food insecure during the summer holidays. The decline of the UK welfare state and the rise of neoliberalism have created a situation where up to three million children in the UK face food insecurity during the summer months when there are extra financial pressures on the working poor and when free school meals are not available. This book details the level of childhood and household food insecurity in the UK and describes one of the main responses to holiday hunger – holiday clubs. These clubs are locally organised and funded and provide a place for children to go to eat nutritious meals for free during the school holidays. Highlighting the benefits of holiday clubs that often extend beyond food provision, this book also discusses the challenges that they face now and in the future. The book concludes with recommendations for food insecurity policy and the role of government in fighting holiday hunger. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of food and nutrition security, social policy and public health.
The Holiday Swap: The perfect heartwarming and cosy festive romance
by Maggie Knox'An utterly adorable, pitch-perfect romance'Taylor Jenkins Read, author of Daisy Jones and The SixWhen chef Charlie Goodwin gets hit on the head on the L.A. set of her reality baking show, she loses a lot more than consciousness; she also loses her ability to taste and smell - both critical to her success as show judge. Meanwhile, Charlie's identical twin, Cass, is frantically trying to hold her own life together back in their quaint mountain hometown while running the family's bustling bakery and dealing with her ex, who won't get the memo that they're over.With only days until Christmas, a desperate Charlie asks Cass to do something they haven't done since they were kids: switch places. Looking for her own escape from reality, Cass agrees. But temporarily trading lives proves more complicated than they imagined, especially when rugged firefighter Jake Greenman and gorgeous Physician Assistant Miguel Rodriguez are thrown into the mix. Will the twins' identity swap be a recipe for disaster, or does it have all the right ingredients for getting their lives back on track?Readers love The Holiday Swap:'A feel good story, romance, Christmas, dogs and cake! What more could you ask for?' - 5 STARS'A perfect mix of fun and romance!' - 5 STARS'A delightful festive read with drama that will pull you in' - 5 STARS'A glorious holiday adventure with a dash of romance and sibling love . . . Great fun!' - 5 STARS'Delightfully entertaining and thoroughly addictive . . . the perfect winter romance to curl up with this Christmas, with an ending worthy of a Hallmark movie' - 5 STARS
The Hollywood Body Plan: 21 Minutes for 21 Days to Transform Your Body For Life
by David Higgins'David Higgins is a legend. He put me in my best physical shape and he educated me on stretching, strengthening and nutrition!' Margot Robbie'When I met David, I was broken, physically. He patiently and caringly put me together again. His combinations of strength, Pilates, stretching and active release ... are nothing short of spectacular.' Samuel L. Jackson'Working with DH is always fantastic because of his expertise as a fully qualified trainer, personal fitness and in-depth knowledge of nutrition.' Rebecca FergusonDavid Higgins's Hollywood-tested Hollywood Body Plan will transform your everyday movement and treat the aches and pains that have built up over years of sedentary living. Once you have regained control of your body, you can live without stiffness and pain and exercise without fear of injury. RESET your body with David's 21-day workout. Just 21 minutes a day.Correct poor posture and body imbalance. The first part of David's plan will strengthen your core, activate your glutes, improve lower back movement and hip flexibility as well as pull back your shoulders and neck. Take 21 minutes a day for 21 days to put yourself back on the right path physically.Combined with David's 21-day food plan,you will soon find yourself moving with confidence, exercising without pain - and losing weight and feeling great!TRANSFORM your bodyThe second part of David's plan is a transformational workout - a more dynamic, higher intensity exercise plan, 5 days a week. Get leaner, stronger and more toned as you follow this exercise and food programme.FOREVER FIX your bodyDavid's self-care programme is the third part of the plan and will help you treat muscle soreness, neck pain or backache and keep you on track for life.David's Hollywood Body Plan is a unique and corrective approach to exercise and diet, based on his belief that until you undo all the dysfunctional movement that you have developed over the years, all the exercise and diets you try will only be short-term fixes. This book will truly reset, transform and forever fix your body for life.
Holy Sh*t: Managing Manure to Save Mankind
by Gene Logsdon Brooke BudnerIn his insightful new book, Holy Sh*t: Managing Manure to Save Mankind, contrary farmer Gene Logsdon provides the inside story of manure-our greatest, yet most misunderstood, natural resource. He begins by lamenting a modern society that not only throws away both animal and human manure-worth billions of dollars in fertilizer value-but that spends a staggering amount of money to do so. This wastefulness makes even less sense as the supply of mined or chemically synthesized fertilizers dwindles and their cost skyrockets. In fact, he argues, if we do not learn how to turn our manures into fertilizer to keep food production in line with increasing population, our civilization, like so many that went before it, will inevitably decline. With his trademark humor, his years of experience writing about both farming and waste management, and his uncanny eye for the small but important details, Logsdon artfully describes how to manage farm manure, pet manure and human manure to make fertilizer and humus. He covers the field, so to speak, discussing topics like: How to select the right pitchfork for the job and use it correctly How to operate a small manure spreader How to build a barn manure pack with farm animal manure How to compost cat and dog waste How to recycle toilet water for irrigation purposes, and How to get rid ourselves of our irrational paranoia about feces and urine. Gene Logsdon does not mince words. This fresh, fascinating and entertaining look at an earthy, but absolutely crucial subject, is a small gem and is destined to become a classic of our agricultural literature.
The Holy Sh!t Moment: How To Have A Life-changing Epiphany That Inspires You To Live Your Dreams
by James FellFrom internationally syndicated fitness columnist and author, James Fell, comes a no-nonsense guide on how to get in shape, fix your finances, alleviate depression and change your life for good.
Home Bake: Cakes, muffins, tarts, cheesecakes, brownies and puddings, with foolproof tips from Master Pâtissier
by Eric LanlardThere are a few simple secrets to making home baking wonderful. Whether you’re cooking cakes, meringues, pastries, biscuits or puddings, you will discover in Home Bake how to make them the best. Nothing lifts the heart like the smell of a cake baking, the first slice of a warm homemade tart, a hot muffin with your coffee in the morning or a steamed pudding on a cold night. There are a few simple secrets to making home baking wonderful. Whether you’re cooking cakes, meringues, pastries, biscuits or puddings, you will discover in Home Bake how to make them the best.The book’s simple cakes include classics such as Genoise Sponge and Light Fruit Cake alongside more surprising recipes such as Apple and Honey Crumble Sponge. There are flour-free cakes, muffins and cupcakes too – from the Marshmallow Muffin to the Chai-tea Cupcake.Delicious puddings are also made easy. Discover how to make the perfect Baked Lemon Cheesecake or a simple Blueberry Cheesecake. Create a gorgeous Steamed Sticky Toffee Pudding or a glamorous Hot Ginger Bread Soufflé. Or learn the simple tricks behind a great Tarte Tatin or a delicious Bakewell Tart.
Home Baking: Home Baking Made Simple
by Rachel AllenBestselling author and TV chef Rachel Allen presents the definitive baking guide.
Home Bar: Over 60 Cocktails To Shake, Muddle And Stir At Home
by Andy ClarkeOver 60 recipes, with classic cocktails, batch ideas for parties, seasonal tipples and even some tasty snacks. Featuring advice on essential bar tools, home-made syrup recipes and suggestions on how to produce next-level drinks!In a corner of every home is an area where bottles lurk. For some, it's a plinth of joy where beautifully polished spirits stand proud. For others, it's a dark, mysterious nook where bottles are hidden from view under a layer of dust. In Home Bar, drink expert Andy Clarke shows that even the most unloved bottle of booze can be a treasure chest full of liquid promise, waiting to be unlocked.Andy shares over 60 recipes, from classic cocktails to his own creations, batch ideas for parties, seasonal tipples and even some tasty snacks. He also gives advice on essential bar tools, home-made syrup recipes, and genius suggestions which will allow you to produce next-level drinks, even if you think you don't have the kit!Whether it's a Friday night drink for two, or a weekend party for twenty, this book is guaranteed to transform you into an unstoppable cocktail legend.
Home Bird: Simple, low-waste recipes for family and friends
by Megan DaviesWant to eat well, reduce food and packaging waste and save some money? Home Bird is here to help, going back to basics with seasonal, bold and wholesome recipes that are not only better for the environment but also your well-being and budget.Influenced by nostalgic meals and cooking for loved ones, Megan Davies has written this book for the eco-minded home cook. She includes invaluable tips on how to make ingredients stretch; from potato peel crisps to pickled cucumber and beetroot. Megan also features ways to turn leftovers into a new meal, such as a Roasted Fennel, Chive and Dill Pasta Bake or Frittata, both from a leftover Raw Fennel, Chive and Dill Salad. Recipes include multi-tasking brunch or late-night dishes such as Bircher Pancakes or Sweet Potato Baked Eggs. Suppers for Sharing that can be scaled up to feed a crowd or down for a more intimate occasion range from Roasted Squash with Almonds and Tarragon to the best Roast Chicken recipe with Pan Pastry Croutons (plus, of course, ways to use up any uneaten chicken!). From On the Side accompaniments and stunning Sweet Things such as Pot Luck Tarte Tatin this collection of delicious and ingenious recipes will have all the inspiration you need to run a more sustainable home kitchen, reduce your carbon footprint and make the sort of small changes at home that can make a big difference to our world.
Home Brew: The Ultimate Guide To Making Your Own Tipple
by Sara Paston-Williams Doug RouxelMake your own wine, beer, ale, cider or cordials at home Information on ingredients, techniques and the all-essential brewing kit Over 90 recipes suitable for any ability Ever wondered how to make your own beer, cider or fruit wine? Home Brew provides the recipes, techniques and essential information to get you started as well as the low-down on the kit needed. Handy tips and guidance will ensure that before long you are enjoying your own brew. Brewing 'your own' is the perfect way to make the most of seasonal fruits and gluts and there are recipes for every taste – from scrumptious blackberry wine to sparkling cider, fruity cherry beer, or non-alcoholic ginger beer.
The Home Brew Handbook: 75 recipes for the aspiring backyard brewer
by Dave Law Beshlie GrimesRise-up against the watery, wimpish beers you generally find on store shelves and produce your own beers packed with big, bold flavors. Following the explosion of interest in properly brewed beer, The Homebrew Handbook is here to provide the knowledge to allow beer enthusiasts to make their own. Packed full of 75 recipes for everything from stouts and porters to IPAs, wheat beers and pilsners, you will learn how easy it is to brew your own beers bursting with taste. So whether you like a hoppy, crisp finish, or a biscuity, malty taste, you are certain to find the right beer for you. A comprehensive techniques section provides all the key information needed to get started, explaining the key ingredients and how they work together, plus the equipment you'll need and how to set it up in your own home. Soon you will understand the intricacies of full-mash brewing and be well on your way to making beers you can be proud of. And the aim is to encourage you to experiment, not reproduce beers you have enjoyed in the past, but to master the basic types of beer, then go on to produce your own. It's how some of the best microbreweries started, so why not follow their lead? Also included is advice from people who have started their own breweries, where they share a few secrets that will help you along the way.Dave Law has been at the forefront of the fight against tasteless, mass-produced beer; refusing to bow down to the bland and insisting on only serving beers produced by the finest microbreweries at his two London pubs. His passion for a well-made beer knows no bounds and shows in his own exquisite brews.A firm advocate of the self-sufficient lifestyle, Beshlie Grimes has been making beers, wines and other country drinks on her farm for family and friends for as long as she can remember.
Home Brewing: A Guide To Making Your Own Beer, Wine And Cider
by Ted BruningThere can be little more satisfying than taking your first sip of delicious home-brewed beer. In this step-by-step guide, beer and brewing expert Ted Bruning shows how easy it can be to make your own beer, wine and cider with just basic equipment and a few key skills. Made without the unnecessary chemicals and additives added to shop-bought drinks, the beverages featured in this book will appeal to anyone seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle. With guidelines for each step of the way, from what equipment you'll need and advice on different malts and ingredients, how to mash and boil through to how to bottle your finished product. Accompanied by colour illustrations of the equipment and ingredients and a detailed guide to suppliers, shops and home brewing societies. Home Brewing provides clear instructions and handy hints for beginners and delicious recipes for those already adept; this guide is the perfect way to enjoy the fruits, vegetables and grains of the season in the most delicious way!
Home Brewing
by Kevin ForbesIf you like the idea of raising a glass of home-brewed mulled wine or Christmas ale on a cold winter's night, then this is the book for you. A complete guide to the home brewer's year, it describes how the brewing process works and the equipment you will need, before taking you through all the brewing seasons with delicious beer, wine, cider, perry and cocktail recipes.Whether you are new to home brewing or whether you want to expand your range this book will have you savouring tasty brews all year round.Topics include: Equipment Ingredients Beer Wine Mead, cider and perry Sloe gin and other infusions Non-alcoholic drinks Hangover cures
Home Cheese Making, 4th Edition: From Fresh and Soft to Firm, Blue, Goat’s Milk, and More; Recipes for 100 Favorite Cheeses
by Ricki CarrollWidely acclaimed as &“the Cheese Queen,&” Ricki Carroll has guided thousands of home cheese makers and inspired the burgeoning popularity of artisanal cheese making with her classic book, Home Cheese Making, first published in 1982, with over 400,000 copies in print. The completely updated fourth edition features 35 new cheese recipes, color photography of step-by-step techniques, and new profiles of contemporary cheese makers. The additions to this comprehensive volume reflect the broader selection of cheeses available in specialty food stores and groceries, including burrata, stracchino, Brillat-Savarin, D&’Affinois, Cambrales, Drunk Gouda, Pecorino Pepato, goat milk&’s gouda, and more. Companion recipes are included for cheese plate condiments and classic cheese dishes. For cheese lovers wanting to make their own, Ricki Carroll&’s expert advice is the key to success. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.
Home Chef
by Neven MaguireAward-winning chef and restaurateur Neven Maguire shows everyday cooks how to achieve kitchen success with his indispensible culinary guide and cookbook.