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Experience the American whiskey renaissance with internationally recognized whiskey expert Richard Thomas in this expert guide. The history of whiskey straddles Kentucky and Tennessee, but American Whiskey proves that today exceptional whiskey is made across the country. Featuring over 300...

Discover the art of wine pairing without the intimidation! Wine Pairing for All is a practical, down-to-earth guide designed to make wine pairing accessible, enjoyable, and easy to master. Whether you're new to wine or looking to deepen your knowledge, this audiobook provides step-by-step guidance, helpful tips, and delicious pairing ideas that elevate everyday meals and special occasions.

In Dusty Booze: In Search of Vintage Spirits, journalist Aaron Goldfarb goes on an adventure in vintage spirits. This is an intoxicating story of obsessives on the hunt for old bottles of whiskey, tequila, rum, chartreuse—you name it—from estate sales, grandpa's liquor cabinet, and out-of-the-way and inner-city liquor stores that may just have a case or a few bottles lying around in the basement.

Learn how to talk like a pro when tasting wine with this fun, and funny, illustrated guide by James Beard Award–winning writer and wine professional Maryse Chevriere. Have you ever been stumped in a restaurant, when the sommelier asks if you like a super lean Chablis or a grippy Nebbiolo? Or...

Gin’s resurgence is a global phenomenon and a new generation of gin makers are forging an exciting future. Armed with this book, you can count yourself among today’s intrepid creators and build upon gin’s legacy. Award-wining distiller Marcel Thompson describes the building blocks to help you create high-quality gin.

Stehst du auch manchmal ratlos vor dem Weinregal, überfordert von den vielen Flaschen und Fachbegriffen? Fühlst du dich unsicher, den richtigen Wein auszuwählen oder gar über ihn zu sprechen? Die Angst, etwas Falsches zu kaufen oder als unwissend dazustehen, nimmt vielen die pure Freude am Weingenuss. Souverän Wein genießen ist dein persönlicher Guide auf dem Weg vom unsicheren Anfänger zum selbstbewussten Weinliebhaber.

A smart, witty, and delightfully informative guide to discovering and embracing wine, from the lauded former sommelier of Eleven Madison Park and Momofuku and the founder of Ramona spritzes. Jordan Salcito was drawn to wine from a young age (her father shared memories of making wine with his...

Civilization on Tap: How Beer Shaped Our World by Oliver Greyson is a lively, in-depth journey through the remarkable role beer has played in human history. From the barley-grinding brewers of ancient Mesopotamia to the artful craft breweries of today, Greyson’s accessible storytelling weaves anthropology, archaeology, and culinary heritage into one irresistible narrative.

In this seven-day guide you will gain a simple-to-digest lesson on Italian wines, taking you from any starting point to being able to select, taste, pair, and pour an outstanding Italian variety. If you are currently at a fairly average stage in your wine knowledge and need a book where a plane ticket to Italy is not required, then this book is for you. Do you need the skills to be able to deliver the right bottle of wine for all social occasions, and start to raise your game from just Pinot Grigio or Merlot? Then we are here for you.

Spill the Tea aims to provide listeners with the most vital information about the flavored tea industry. It distills 15 years of career knowledge by systematically answering top questions about flavored and blended tea, providing a complete view behind the blending room door.

Audiobook "Wino. Krótka historia szlachetnego trunku" w interesujący sposób przybliża dzieje jednego z najpopularniejszych alkoholi na świecie. W drugim odcinku serii poświęconej rozmaitym napojom, zapraszamy do ekscytującej wędrówki po winnicach i piwniczkach wypełnionych beczkami szlachetnego trunku, jakim z całą pewnością jest wino.

Audiobook "Piwo. Krótka historia złocistego trunku" stwarza okazję do poznania przeszłości z perspektywy jednego z najpopularniejszych napojów alkoholowych. Książka daje odbiorcy szansę na udział w fascynującej wędrówce po różnych zakątkach globu, w których rodziła się i rozwijała kultura piwna. Słuchacz zetknie się z przedstawicielami wielu cywilizacji i narodów, którzy początkowo szukali sposobu na konsumpcję piwa, a potem pracowali nad jego udoskonaleniem.

A refrescante granita de amêndoas de Noto, na Sicília, é tão barroca e tradicional quanto a cidade. Em Piave, província de Treviso, lagostins estão no centro de uma secular Última Ceia renascentista.

O pintor surrealista Dalí dedicou dois grandes livros, de vinho e comida, para sua mulher Gala, ciente de que "a mandíbula é a melhor forma para conhecer o conhecimento filosófico".

Personagem de Andrea Camileri, inspetor Salvo Montalbano é campanilista, adepto (avant la lettre) do movimento slowfood. Como siciliano, mergulha numa Pasta alla Norma.

O chef catalão Ferran Adriá fez maravilhas na cozinha de invenção de seu restaurante na Costa Brava. E seus achados de "desconstrução" ainda hoje influenciam a alta gastronomia.

Lucullus, general-gastrônomo que garantiu luxo a banquetes romanos, é também nome de acelga e sinônimo de fartura. No Monte Testaccio, ânforas e seus cacos revelam império banahado em azeite.

O imperador Napoleão Bonaparte fazia refeições frugais, em 15 minutos, mas entendia a importância da mesa requintada para a diplomacia, entregue para o garfo número um: Talleyrand.

As içás do menu indígena, comida "sã", foi parar em pratos de restaurante gourmet. Alex Atala conheceu as formigas da Amazônia. Monteiro Lobato escreveu: são como caviar.

Amor em tempos de murais. Frida Kahlo preparava comidas mexicanas para o comunista Diego Rivera, quando este pintava contundentes cenas em território imperialista: a Ford de Detroit.