Larousse Wine 's comprehensive coverage of the wine-producing regions of the world is invaluable. Each section begins with it a beautiful color illustration of the area, with the major districts, rivers, and cities highlighted. A short history and analysis of each region follows, with a discussion of the types of wines produced in each district, the specific oenological properties that make the region unique, and the appellations of the area. Boxes and features throughout also cover a vast range of subjects such as how to read a wine label, whether to decant wine, and even the great wine waiters of the world. Whether you are new to the subject or a seasoned wine enthusiast, there is something new for everyone in Larousse Wine .,

"In Serendip, Peter Kuruvita, acclaimed chef from Flying Fish in Sydney, takes us on a rich and rewarding journey through the traditional cuisine of Sri Lanka, its culture of family and ceremony, and the colourful approach to life on this beautiful island nation. Offering Sri Lankan curries of every kind as well as traditional snacks, breads, sticky sweet treats, and recipes for curry powders, chutneys, sambals and pickles, Serendip is a treasury of delicious and flavoursome dishes.",

A beer bible for the beer connoisseur World Beer gives beer the billing it deserves, proving that there is now as much opportunity for beer connoisseurship as wine and whisky. Craft beer is experiencing a radical renaissance, with new breweries with exciting beer styles and personalities appearing all over the world, from the USA and Japan to the great brewing nations of Europe. Discover the stories of over 800 creative and successful breweries with accompanying maps to show brewery locations, alongside information on the brewing process, different beers and food pairing suggestions. The basics of home brewing are also clearly explained so that you can set up your own microbrewery and become part of the brewing revolution. World Beer showcases the greatest classic and craft beers and breweries, giving this diverse drink of the masses some well-deserved recognition.

Enter Debbie Brown's wonderful, magical and mysterious world of Enchanting Magical Cakes and you will be captivated and entranced by her exquisite cake creations. Made up of Debbie's favourite cakes from her books Enchanting Cakes for Children and Debbie Brown's Magical Cakes, this book will reunite you with familiar fairy tale characters such as the Snow Queen, Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella. You'll also meet several new characters from the world of make believe, such as friendly elves and bewitching mermaids playing with sea creatures. From a star castle, labyrinth and topsy turvy village to a sparkling Pegasus, beautiful sea witch and wise wizard owl, there is an amazingly varied collection of cakes to choose from. There are humorous cakes as well, such as a giant troll peeking out from a snow-capped mountain, an elfin-eating rock monster and fun witches dancing around a cauldron. This book will charm children of all ages and help adults to recapture the magic of childhood. With clear, easy-to-follow, step

Is designed to be a reference for food lovers and foodies alike. Founded in Paris in 1895, Le Cordon Bleu has trained several generations of chefs worldwide, including Julia Child, while instilling its unique passion for the art of cuisine.

Jamie Oliver's returns with his second bestselling book, The Return of the Naked Chef. The bestselling, brilliant young chef is back with a second book to accompany a major BBC TV series. There is no doubt that Jamie Oliver has captured the heart of the nation with his passion for simple, delicious, home-cooked food. His talent is huge, his style relaxed and his fans just want more! So here it is ... The Return of the Naked Chef is another book filled with fresh ingredients, 'pukka' recipes and boundless enthusiasm. Get stuck in with Jamie Oliver! 'Simply brilliant cooking, and Jamie's recipes are a joy' Nigel Slater 'There's a joyously clear, no-nonsense desire here to create simple but delicious food' Heat Jamie Oliver's career started as a chef at the River Café, where he was quickly spotted by the television company that made him famous as The Naked Chef. He has since published a huge range of bestselling cookery books, including The Naked Chef, Happy Days with the Naked Chef

A practical guide on how to dress, butcher and cook over 20 animals, illustrated step by step with over 700 photographs

"Cake decorating is a fabulous mixture of cookery and art, a blend of relaxation and excitement, with a sprinkling of inspiration, precise care and reckless use of the imagination all thrown in for good measure. The Home Guide to Cake Decorating will lead a newcomer through the simplest basics of this wonderful, colourful pastime, but also contains great ideas and fantastic creations to inspire experienced sugar-crafters. If you have never baked before, but want to make a teddy-bear's picnic for your toddler's birthday, or if you are planning a three-tiered traditional cake with sugar roses for a family wedding, or if you would just like to bake a luscious chocolate gateau for tea with friends, this is the book to show you how to do it. The Home Guide to Cake Decorating features both easy-to-follow instructions for beginners, from baking the cake to simple piping, and inspirational ideas for experienced sugar-crafters seeking new challenges. It also includes a brief history of cake decorating and a full gloss

What are the names of all those delicious apples that are often sold unlabeled at fruit and vegetable markets or that are piled up in all colors and shapes in the display cases at the entrance to the supermarket? They might be called Pink Lady, Empire or Firmgold and you wonder which types originally gave rise to these hybrids. At any rate, it s been a long time since they originated exclusively in one country. Trying to distinguish between the many varieties of blue mold cheese takes more time than the lay person s patience will allow. Nevertheless, he would be happy to know whether or not a Blue Castello would be a tasty alternative to his favorite Danablu. And since Asian cooking styles have begun to enjoy enormous popularity, public interest in these exotic delicacies has increased immensely. However, the origins or uses of these ingredients in the kitchen are often still unknown. The well-structured and highly informative reference book Ingredients provides help with all of these questions, identifie

Sichuan food is one of the great unknown cuisines of the world, famous in Chinese history and legendary for its extraordinary variety and richness. Chinese people say that China is the place for food, but Sichuan is the place for flavour, and local gourmets claim the region boasts 5000 different dishes. This book includes sections on the history of Sichuan cooking, the 23 flavours of Sichuan, the region's culinary culture, the art of cutting, presentation and nutrition, ingredients and methods for a whole range of recipes, from home peasant cooking to banquet dishes of the highest quality. Full of intriguing anecdotes and packed with the most delicious recipes, this book is an absolute must for those interested in this wonderful cuisine.