Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Fine French Wines or Great Tiki Drink Book

Fine French Wines

Author: James Turnbull

Presented here are 220 extraordinary wines of three types: first the classic prestige wines generally from Bordeaux, Burgundy, or Champagne; regional wines produced on smaller vineyards that reflect the "new class" of French winemakers, and so-called "rebellious" wines produced by truly creative winemakers who explore the options in wine-making beyond the constraints of appellation regulations. These are vintages left out of the roundups of classic wines (even the annuals) from Robert Parker and Oz Clarke. Each of the 200 wines presented include a history of the vineyard and its owner; details on vine growing and wine-making techniques; suggestions for food and wine pairings; wine tasting pointers to ensure the richest sensual experience; reference guides to the best vintages and pricing. Each is illustrated by a full page photograph of the wine bottle and contact details on the winemaker.



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Great Tiki Drink Book

Author: Jennifer Trainer Thompson

Welcome to the exotic world of tiki: legends, lore, mystique-and drinks and appetizers, of course! Polynesian pop culture and the spirit of the islands abound in full color from the pages of THE GREAT TIKI DRINK BOOK. Step into this tropical paradise and imbibe potent concoctions; prepare spicy, succulent appetizers like Tamarind-Glazed Beef Skewers and Tuna Thai Rolls; and brush up on the intricate and ornate history of tiki traditions and customs. Learn tips from expert mixologists on how to make great tiki drinks that will have you beelining to the blender with the expertise required to mix your own outstanding tropical beverages. Whether a beachcomber by nature or a city dweller in a tenth-floor apartment, let THE GREAT TIKI DRINK BOOK transport you to your own tropical paradise.

About the Author: Jennifer Trainer Thompson is an accomplished cook, a James Beard Award nominee, and author or coauthor of seven cookbooks and two nonfiction books. Her articles have appeared in the New York Times, Travel & Leisure, Diversion, Omni, and Harvard. The owner and chef of the Jump Up & Kiss Me brand of food products and hot sauces, an avid sailor, and prolific Ten Speed poster producer, Thompson lives with her family in rural Massachusetts.



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