Today, Chef Eric Ripert carries on that tradition with dishessuch as Poached Halibut on Marinated Vegetables, Pan-RoastedGrouper with Wild Mushrooms and Artichokes, and Grilled Salmon withMushroom Vinaigrette. And, of course, there are the desserts forwhich Le Bernardin is also so well known--from ChocolateMillefeuille to Honeyed Pear and Almond Cream Tarts.

If you are on the lookout for meals that are easy to prepare and don't involve using every pot and pan in your kitchen, then look no further! One-pot cooking is the perfect solution for busy people who like to eat well but don't want to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen. With a huge variety of dishes to choose from - from hearty soups and comforting casseroles to exotic stir-fries and creamy risottos - one-pot cooking is guaranteed to add variety and interest to your daily menu. 112 tempting and delicious recipes Brief introduction to each chapter, full of useful ideas and tips A clear and easy-to-follow ingredients list and method for each recipe to ensure a perfect result Inspiring photography of each recipe to set your taste buds tingling

Book De*ionHave you ever wondered： * Why Asians love "Hello Kitty"？ * What the tattooed Chinese characters really say？ * How to achieve feng shui for optimum make-out sessions？ * Where Asian cuties meet the white guys who love them？ Then you'll laugh， you'll cry， you'll realize this book is better than a Broadway production of Cats when you read scenes that include： * twenty-something Lindsey Owyang mastering the intricacies of office voicemail and fax dialing * an authentic Chinese banquet where Number One Son shows off his language skills by speaking "Chinglish" * dating disasters with grandsons of Grandma's mahjong partners * the discovery that the real China looks nothing like the pavilion at Disney World * karaoke And all the while Lindsey is falling in lust with the "white devil" in her politically correct office. But will Grandma's stinky Chinese ointments send him running？ Or will Lindsey realize that the path to true love lies somewhere between the dim sum and the pepperoni pizza？

Simple but Parfect Salads belps take the stress out of healthy menu planning This exclting collection of international recipes includes plenty of idees for well balanced salads that are a meal in themeelves as well as appetiaers side dihes and dessets Take a look inside and you ll find a recipe for any occasion.

Seventy child-friendly recipes and cooking activities fromaround the world will draw the entire family into the spirit andfun of preparing Jewish holiday celebrations. Covering the tenmajor holidays, each of the activities has a different focus--suchas Eastern Europe, biblical Israel, contemporary America--andtogether they present a vast array of foods, flavors, andideas. The recipes are old and new, traditional and novel--everythingfrom hamantashen to pretzel bagels, chicken soup with matzah ballsto matzah pizza, fruit kugel to Persian pomegranate punch.

Rice is the perfect ingredient to keep in the store cupboard-it's a healthy, nutritious, Iowfat grain that takes only minutes to cook and lends itself to endless treatments. It is a staple food in many countries across the world, and each culture has its own way of utilizing rice, such as risotto in Italy, paella in Spain, and stir-fries in China and Thailand. This book has a great selection to choose from--in fact, there are so many diverse and exciting recipes that you will probably forget they are all based on rice! 112 exciting and delicious recipes Brief introduction to each chapter, full of useful ideas and tips A clear and easy-to-follow ingredients list and method for each recipe to ensure a perfect result Inspiring photography of each recipe to set your taste buds tingling

FROM ASIA'S MASTER chefs comes a selection of recipes which are both easy to prepare and delicious to eat. Savor the authentic flavors of dishes from all parts of Asia--from the spicy satays of Indonesia to the fragrant spring rolls of Saigon. Learn to prepare subtle and exciting foods using an array of exotic ingredients. The Food of Asia offers fascinating insights into the historical, geographic and cultural context of these recipes, enhancing your appreciation of these ancient cuisines. Anyone from the experienced cook to the novice can quickly prepare delicious meals by following the comprehensive, illustrated guide to ingredients, and helpful hints sections. Menus designed for a variety of occasions, from the casual family meal to a sophisticated dinner party, are also featured, as well as more than 200 stunning color photographs. Your voyage of culinary discovery begins here!

The perfect cookie for every occasion. Cookies are the treat that never disappoints. Whether you’rebaking for a party or a picnic, a formal dinner or a familysupper–or if you simply want something on hand for snacking–thereis a cookie that’s just right. In Martha Stewart’s Cookies, theeditors of Martha Stewart Living give you 175 recipes andvariations that showcase all kinds of flavors and fancies. Besidesperennial pleasers like traditional chocolate chip and oatmealraisin, there are other sweet surprises, including Rum RaisinShortbread, Peppermint Meringue Sandwiches with Chocolate Filling,and Lime Meltaways. Cleverly organized by texture, the recipes in Martha Stewart’sCookies inspire you to think of a classic, nostalgic treat withmore nuance. Chapters include all types of treasures: Light andDelicate (Cherry Tuiles, Hazelnut Cookies, Chocolate Meringues);Rich and Dense (Key Lime Bars, Chocolate Mint Sandwiches, PeanutButter Swirl Brownies); Chunky and Nutty (Magic Blondies, T

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day,but thedemands of everyday life often mean our morning feeds.are imited topouring cereal out of a box. No.more! From delicious homemade Dowerbars, protein smoothies and vitamin-oacked juices to exquisite eggdishes and fibre-rich muffins, the options in this collection aredesigned to be nutritious and fulfilling breakfasts that carry youthrough the morning alert, energised and sated.

If you are looking for a new and versatile way to cook your food,then steaming is the ideal method. It's a healthy and simple way to cook an enormous range of ingredients and perfect for those of us looking for ways to improve our diet. Steaming retains all of the nutritional qualities of the ingredients, as well as preserving the firm textures and bright colours normally lost through other methods of cooking. Since the food cooks in the vapours of the steaming liquid, no additional fat is required and this makes steaming one of the healthiest cooking methods available. So, if you are looking for delicious meals that taste the way nature intended- Steam it~

Since her debut on Food Network in 2002 with the hit programEveryday Italian, Giada De Laurentiis has been enticing Americanswith her updated twists on Italian favorites. Her dedication toease, healthfulness, and—above all else—flavor have won her apermanent place in the hearts of home cooks. In Giada at Home, sheshares a personal look into how she cooks for those dearest to her,with simple recipes inspired by her television show of the samename. Born in Italy, Giada was raised in Los Angeles by a gregariousItalian family. While her grandmother, aunt, and mother brought herup on generations-old recipes, Giada also became enamored with thebright and clean flavors of California’s abundant seasonal fruitsand vegetables. Giada at Home presents recipes from bothtraditions, all with Giada’s signature style. She shares classicItalian recipes passed down through the years, like cheese-stuffeddates wrapped in salty prosciutto, creamy risotto with the earthyand deep flavors of mushrooms and gorgonz

For everyday eating, nothing beats home cooking for flavour, variety and nutrition, but the demands of modern living mean that it isn'talways easy to find the time to shop for, prepare, cook and even clean up after a home-cooked meal. Preparing delicious, healthydishes doesn't have to be a time-consuming chore, however, asJust 4 Ingredients proves. Using just four ingredients excluding - water, salt and pepper, any accompaniments and optional garnishes - the recipes in this book provide an exciting variety of great-tasting dishes you can create quickly and easily. They range from great midweek family suppers to quick after-school snacks and light lunches, and from hearty stews, roasts and bakes to impressively elegant dinner party dishes. Beautifully illustrated with full-co[our photography, all the recipes in this book are written in easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, and are simple to prepare. So get cooking and see how easy it is to cook with Just 4 Ingredients.

Melanie Rehak always loved cooking, eating, and sharing foodwith loved ones. After reading the likes of Michael Pollan, EricSchlosser, and Wendell Berry, she tried to buy organic and localfoods. But upon the birth of her son, Jules, she realized that shewas responsible for feeding someone else, and she wanted to knowmore. Eating for Beginners details a year of discovering what itmeans to be an eater and a parent in today’s complicated world.Rehak harvested potatoes, milked goats, sorted beans, and worked ata small restaurant where she learned what to eat and why, that eventhe most dedicated organic farmers sometimes serve their childrenfrozen chicken fingers, and that we really can make peace with ourfood.

Thai food is a vibrant cuisine, famed for its sharp, fresh flavours.Bursting with variety, its dishes may be chilli hot, zesty with lime, or creamy with coconut. The diverse choices that Thai cooking offer are due to the regions of Thailand offering different methods of cooking and types of dishes according to their climate, history and culture. This book will introduce you to all these exciting styles. From pad thai to pork dumplings, monkfish kebabs to hot and sour soup, there are 38 recipes to awaken your palate and let you begin to master the secrets of creating great-tasting Thai-style food. Thai is part of a series of books designed to let you discover the wonderfully diverse cuisines of the world. Each title features classic and contemporary recipes that can be made with ingredients that are readily available, offeringyou the chance to bring to your table tastes and culinary traditions enjoyed around the globe.

Can a cup of coffee reveal the face of God? Can it become the holy grail of modern-day knights errant who brave hardship and peril in a relentless quest for perfection? Can it change the world? These questions are not rhetorical. When highly prized coffee beans sell at auction for $50, $100, or $150 a pound wholesale (and potentially twice that at retail), anything can happen. In God in a Cup, journalist and late-blooming adventurer Michaele Weissman treks into an exotic and paradoxical realm of specialty coffee where the successful traveler must be part passionate coffee connoisseur, part ambitious entrepreneur, part activist, and part Indiana Jones. Her guides on the journey are the nation's most heralded coffee business hotshots—Counter Culture's Peter Giuliano, Intelligentsia's Geoff Watts, and Stump-town's Duane Sorenson. With their obsessive standards and fiercely competitive baristas, these roasters are creating a new culture of coffee connoisseurship in America—a culture in which $10 lat

The secret to entertaining with panache is beingprepared. Perfect Entertaining will help the sea-soned host, the novice party-giver, and everyonein between. When weekend guests appear for an extendedparty, fortify them with self-serve sand wichstations and stoke up the tea and coffee service.Learn professional caterers' tips for setting upkiller dessert buffets to elicit "oohs" and "aahs." A party doesn't have to be stressful. PerfectEntertaining will show how even the host can kick back, have a drink, and enjoy their own party.

Supper should be a deliciously satisfying meal which has been created without too much effort, Midweek, it's time for fast recipes that are full of goodness but are not labor-intensive. Simple soups, salads, risotto and pasta are perfect options, whilst old-fashioned favorites are great for family suppers. The fabulous photographs will inspire you to make supper specialverv day.

Fast food should not mean dull dishes and this sumptuous cookbook will revitalise the way you cook. Everyday recipes can be lively and interesting and this collection of ecipes takes you through quick and easy dishes that you and your friends and family will love - from gnocchi to risotto and seafood to salads. Each recipe includes a step-by-step guide to the perfect dish. Oolour photographs and variation tips make this the perfect culinary guide,

Our long running romance with the cocktail is testament to the fact that everyone deserves a slice of decadence. Whether youre throwing a lavish black-tie affair, having a few drinks with friends, or curling up on the sofa with a glass of something comforting, you are sure to find just the right cocktail in this book. Each chapter covers a separate spirit and provides you with the most popular recipes together with a few new twists on classic cocktails. Cocktail recipes include:Vodka,Gin,Tequila,Rum,hiskey,Champagne,Nonalcoholic cocktails. From party drinks to everyday treats, 1001 Cocktails offers everything you need to know about cocktails.

Through recipes that use time-honored medicinalingredients, A Tradition of Soup provides a fascinating narrativeof the Southern Chinese immigrants who came to the United States inlarge numbers during the last half century, the struggles theyfaced and overcame, and the soups they used to heal and nourishtheir bodies. Following the Chinese approach to health, Teresa Chen, who wasborn into a family of food connoisseurs and raised by a gourmetcook, groups the recipes by seasons and health concerns accordingto Cantonese taxonomy: tong (simple broths, soups, and stews), geng(thickened soups), juk (rice soups or porridges), and tong shui(sweet soups), as well as noodle soups, wonton and dumpling soups,and vegetable soups. Also focusing on dahn (steaming) and louhfo(slow-cooking) soups associated with good health, the book featuresfresh, natural, and seasonal food. A Tradition of Soup highlightsrecipes that serve a wide range of purposes, from gaining orshedding weight to healing acne and prevent