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Coffee Lover's Bible: Ode to the Divine Brew in Fact, Food & Fancy

Jill Yates

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Coffee Lover's Bible gives you all the tips you need to master the fine art of selecting ad brewing, to learn the fine points of arabica and robusta beans, and distinguish French brews from Middle Eastern from American. It offers a generous sample of coffee facts, lore, and trivia to share over your favourite brew, and 101 recipes for everything from drinkables to desserts to savoury chicken dishes. Try recipes with liqueurs to create Kahlua Toreador, Irish Cappuccino, or American Cafe. Refresh yourself with Creole Coffee Ice Cream Punch or a Cool Caffeine Smoothie. Trip out in desserts to die for, such as Chocolate Truffle Gateau, Agnes's Mocha Velvet Pie, or Six-Layer Toffee Torte.

The Espresso Bartenders Guide to Expresso Bartending

Sally Slankard

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

BAD ! 1 out of 5 stars.
35 of 47 people found this review helpful.

600 recipies ... WHO NEEDS IT ? There is nothing said about the art of making a great espresso, a few useless pages in the begining and that's it. What about all the different types of coffee machines ( piston or pump ? ), the water, the milk ? In the little paragraph about milk, UHT milk used throughout Europe, the land of Espresso, is not even mentioned ... and yes you can make your own UHT milk. There are so many recipes that would make anyone SICK, the awful variations suggested were invented to fill in pages. A barista needs to know how to make good espresso and a few basic coffee drinks, no one needs a book suggesting Marshmellow in a rasberry flavored ... thing, topped with whip cream. Awful. Coffee lovers : avoid it.

Good recipes, incredibly crappy book 3 out of 5 stars.
11 of 12 people found this review helpful.

This book is a prime example of why self-publishing is an iffy proposition. The recipes in it are excellent; that's not the problem. The writing is wretched, the editing is nonexistent; while I'm sure the author is an excellent tutor one on one (whatever criticisms I have of the book as written, she knows what she's talking about), but she cannot write to save her life. I found reading this book as an adjunct to my training (I was a Starbucks barista at the time) to be terribly useful, but I haven't seen my copy since 1999 and I haven't really missed it.

The only really invaluable recipe here is the Snickerdoodle latte, which is a vanilla latte with whipped cream and cinnamon on it. Apart from that there are far better sources for information. For the record, the three stars I gave this book are almost solely because of the recipes (it gets some props for at least attempting an organization that fits a barista better than a bartender, though); if it wasn't for that it would barely be deserving of one star.

Enjoying Tea In Beijing

China Pictorial

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Packed with colorful photos and insider information about Beijing's many tea shops, tea houses and tea customs, this book sheds some light on to a part of Chinese tea culture that is rarely seen: northern tea culture.

This new Charm of Beijing series sheds light on Beijing's traditional culture; allowing visitors to enjoy a deeper understanding of Beijing's unique features.

Food That Really Schmecks (Life Writing)

Edna Staebler

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Mennonite cooking that really schmecks! 5 out of 5 stars.
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I'm not a big cook, but this is one cookbook that I have added to my library. Edna Staebler, now 97 years of age, was a native of the Waterloo region of Ontario, which is really the heart of Canada's German community, and is where many Mennonites and Amish settled. Although she worked as a journalist for some time, she eventually put together this cookbook based on recipies that she had gathered primarily from fiends and family. Many of the recipies are Mennonite or influenced by Mennonite and German cooking. This book also consists of a number of anecdotes, so not only is it a great cookbook, but an entertaining read as well.

Editorial Review:

In the 1960s, Edna Staebler moved in with an Old Order Mennonite family to absorb their oral history and learn about Mennonite culture and cooking. From this fieldwork came the cookbook Food That Really Schmecks. Originally published in 1968, Schmecks instantly became a classic, selling tens of thousands of copies. Interspersed with practical and memorable recipes are Staebler’s stories and anecdotes about cooking, Mennonites, her family, and Waterloo Region. Described by Edith Fowke as folklore literature, Staebler’s cookbooks have earned her national acclaim.

Including this long-anticipated reprint of Food That Really Schmecks in our Life Writing series recognizes the cultural value of its narratives, positing it as a groundbreaking book in the food writing genre. This edition includes a foreword by award-winning author Wayson Choy and a new introduction by the well-known food writer Rose Murray.

Taking Tea: The Essential Guide to Brewing, Serving, and Entertaining With Teas from Around the World

Andrea Israel

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Take Your Tea with This Entertaining Guide 5 out of 5 stars.
14 of 14 people found this review helpful.

This book is pure pleasure from beginning to end. Like a good novel you just don't want to put it down. Starting with the history of tea we embark on a soothing international journey of tea traditions. The authors have filled this book with descriptive commentaries and color photographs depicting the countries, the people and appropriate table settings. Recipes reflect the characteristics of each region. I have especially enjoyed using the "Guide to Buying Tea" with its serving suggestions. This book is a lovely and must have addition to any tea library!

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For the entertainer, the cookbook lover and the international armchair traveler. Reveals the culinary rapture and conviviality that make the teatime ceremony a world-wide, time-honored tradition.

A Little Cream and Sugar

Jean, "Notewell" Williams

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If you are a coffee drinker-or know one-this book is for you! You'll learn some little-known facts about coffee, and you'll hear from coffee drinkers around the country as to why they drink the delicious brew. But not only that, you'll also learn about how to face challenges and difficulties and come out smiling and walking closer to God. In the same way that coff ee can be viewed as a dark and bitter liquid or as a favorite beverage, problems can either drag you down or catapult you to a feeling of accomplishment and joy as you overcome them. In this book you'll find: Coff ee facts and trivia Comments from coff ee drinkers everywhere Counsel on facing diffi culties and overcoming them Favorite Bible verses to use every day "A Little Cream and Sugar delights both palettes,while enjoying your coffee, it delights your spirit." --Evelyn Turnquist, Convening of the Evangelists "I've known Jean for many years and found her to have a heart and concern for people." --Dr. M.Tina Dupree, President/Founder, Motivational Training Center "What an inspiration..." --Sarah A. Person Jean "Notewell" Williams is a pastor's wife who has traveled the world, meeting and getting to know all sorts of people, including coffee lovers. With a heart for evangelism and prayer, she combines wit and wisdom in this book to provide encouragement and strength to help you overcome life's difficulties.

A Cozy Book of Coffees & Cocoas: Rich and Delicious Recipes

Susann Geiskopf-Hadler

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Espresso, French press coffee, cappuccino, café mocha, café latté. All over the world, rich indulgences such as Orange Spiced Hot Chocolate and Hazelnut Cappuccino mean it?s time to relax, recharge, and take pleasure in the moment.Fascinating coffee and cocoa legend and lore, an introduction to growing regions and types of beans, and dozens of easy recipes make this book ideal for any coffee or chocolate lover. You don?t have to live next door to a specialty café in order to enjoy deliciously decadent coffee and cocoa drinks anytime: from White Chocolate Café Latté to Raspberry Iced Coffee, explore recipes and traditions and discover what it means to become a connoisseur.About the Author

Susann Geiskopf-Hadler is the co-author of numerous wonderful cookbooks, including The Vegan Gourmet, The Best 125 Meatless Main Dishes, The Best 125 Meatless Italian Dishes, The Best 125 Meatless Pasta Dishes, The Best 125 Lowfat Fish and Seafood Dishes, and other titles in Prima?s The Best 125 series. Ever Vigilant in her pursuit of the perfect mocha, Susann has spent years indulging in the offerings of coffee bars and cafés in more than 15 countries.

Herbal Teas

C. J. Puotinen

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How to Serve a Proper Victorian Tea: Using Antique China and Silver to Bring the Past to the Present

Carole Pichney

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Good introduction to the art of Victorian tea. 3 out of 5 stars.
13 of 21 people found this review helpful.

A good, practical introduction to the arts of having a Victorian tea. I had the opportunity to meet Ms. Pinchney at a tea conference a couple years ago and she is as gracious as her book would imply! Recommended.

Nice, but a little overboard... 1 out of 5 stars.
11 of 12 people found this review helpful.

First, let me say that it's a nice book. But the level of preciousness of this tome is enough to make anyone's stomach turn. Save your money, and buy a book that does a little more research, and leaves out the cute touches. But if you want to find out how to brew a cup of tea, this one will get you in the right direction. A little more editing would have helped.

Well-organized 3 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I felt that this wasn't the most captivating book I've read on Tea, but it was interesting, easy to read, well-organized and it did touch on somethings I didn't know. I liked the fact that she mentioned French Tea. I wish that she had given more detail about the ways that she makes tea so exciting. She mentioned that people always have such a phenomenal time at her Victorian Teas, but I wanted specifics!

Disapointied by Reality 2 out of 5 stars.
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The author tried to enlighten people about serving Victorian Tea, and I believe she did her best. But, I was only dissapointed by the sad reality, if this book reflects general cognition about teas and antiques among general public in USA. Isn't it out of question to serve tea in styloform cups? I feel sorry that she had to advise not to!

Afternoon Tea: Perfect Places for Afternoon Tea (AA Lifestyle Guides)

Martin Knowlden

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Offering a wonderful choice of places to enjoy afternoon tea, this is the perfect guide for travelers to England. Presented with fabulous photography, tea lovers will discover hundreds of choices of quaint and cozy tea rooms and undiscovered tea shops, charming and unspoiled. Each of the establishments has a great selection of teas, elegant sandwiches, delightful cakes, and pastries to make afternoon tea a memorable experience. Also included are details on each facility, including the types of tea served, hours of service, directions, and whether children are welcome. Instructions for brewing the perfect cup of tea and recipes for recreating some of the delicious offerings round out this guide.