"We're off to see the Wizard! The wonderful Wizard of Oz!" Rediscover L. Frank Baum's timeless children's classic that has charmed readers for generations.
Readers of all ages will follow the Yellow Brick Road in this unforgettable and colorful journey that takes us from Dorothy's gray Kansas home into the blue Munchkin land; from the sparkling bejeweled Emerald City to the dark, foreboding forest; and finally, to the ruby-red throne room of Glinda the Good Witch. Join the found family of Dorothy and Toto, Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the Tin Woodman as they journey through the wonderful land of Oz.
Unpack the full culinary potential of meat with Butchery.
Calling all carnivores. This at-home butchery cookbook is the authoritative guide to preparing beef, poultry, pork, fish, lamb, goat, and more. Learn how to break down various proteins, from a whole pig to a side of beef and everything in between. With step-by-step instructions, photographs, and a thorough guide to tools, techniques, and handling, this is the only meat cookbook you'll ever need.
Inside you'll find:
- Over 150 easy-to-follow, meat-centric recipes
- An illustrated guide to key butchering techniques
- Stunning original photography that will inspire you to make these mouthwatering meals
- Chapters designed specifically for beef, pork, fish, lamb, goat, and poultry
- Extensive descriptions of how to carve cooked meat
- Sides, salads, and accompaniments that take your meat to the next level
Take a detailed look at the diverse approaches and influences that have shaped meat in culinary traditions around the world. Choose the best cuts, hone your butchering skills, and perfect your techniques. With expert advice, you'll cook to perfection every time. Change the way you think about meat with Butchery.
Luis Robles is a chef based in Los Angeles. Born and raised in East Los Angeles to Mexican immigrants, he began by washing dishes in 1998. Robles works with chefs across the country and abroad, and has held chef positions at The Disneyland Hotel, Patina Restaurant Group, Bon Appétit, and Wolfgang Puck Catering. Cooking for special events are creative opportunities, such as the Food & Wine Festival, the 2010 Winter Olympics, and the annual Governor's Ball at the Academy Awards. In 2016, he was a presenter at the MAD Symposium.
As an Associate Professor of Culinary Arts at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, Robles teaches whole animal butchery and oversees a restaurant open to the public. He is inspired by the resilience of his students at the inner-city community college. Teaching future generations of cooks the skills for culinary success is his passion.
Create your own signature cocktails with this essential recipe book for homemade blends and alcohol infusions.
The Infused Cocktail Handbook is the essential guide to homemade blends and infusions. The illustrated recipes explain which ingredients and flavors go best when infusing vodka, gin, tequila, whiskey, rum, and sherry. Make an infused simple syrup or try out a shrub and spice up your next party!
You'll find a range of globetrotting flavor profiles such as:
- Earl Gray tea (great for a gin infusion)
- Lemongrass
- Cardamom
- Walnuts
- Gummy bears
- Bacon (who doesn't love bacon?)
Craft delicious libations using The Infused Cocktail Handbook as your starting point to infuse liquors with new flavors that you can use in any cocktail. Not only will you know how to make your very own signature cocktails, you'll save money -- and have fun -- doing it.
These versatile recipes make cooking and entertaining effortless. Mix and match dishes with tapas-style eating and experiment with different flavor profiles. Impress your guests and family with quick and satisfying snacks and sides, or create a feast of multiple dishes. Clean, uncluttered design and an extensive index makes finding recipes easy. This cookbook includes:
- 400 recipes for sauces, dips, spreads, dumplings, breads, crackers, desserts, and more
- Helpful tips and techniques for entertaining your guests
- Beautiful photography to inspire your feasts
This book is the perfect housewarming or hostess gift, and great for holidays, brunches, and entertaining on special occasions. Whether you want to whip up a quick treat or create a varied and delicious spread, The Encyclopedia of Small Plates is your guarantee to a beautiful table.
This recipe book features over 1,000 cocktails and mocktails and will have you creating memorable drinks in no time! The perfect gift for host or hostess parties, housewarmings, or wedding registries, any house becomes a home when drinks are poured. So go ahead and mix it up.
From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender's go-to resource. A clean, uncluttered design and extensive index makes finding drinks easy, whether you're searching by spirit or style. This in-depth guide will provide recommendations, tips, and techniques that will help you understand how to make the best cocktails at home and features:
- Over 1,000 cocktail recipes that will have you understanding the craft of mixology
- Necessary tools of the trade and where you can purchase everything you need
- A guide to purchasing the perfect liquor and spirits for your at-home bar
- An in-depth guide to ice, simple syrups, shrubs, and bitters to elevate your cocktails to the next level
- Tips for mixing your drinks like a pro and adding the perfect garnish to top them off
- Chapters dedicated specifically to each type of spirit, mocktails, and other non-alcoholic drinks
- The history of over 100 classic cocktails
- Recipes for hundreds of homemade ingredients; from syrups to blends, infusions, tinctures, foams, and more, you'll be crafting bespoke ingredients in no time
The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is the perfect gift for anyone who likes to mix drinks - it's the only cocktail book they'll ever need!
Chewy, crispy, nutty, fruity, and everything in between—this cookbook is your comprehensive guide to all things cookies. With over 500 recipes, this book is guaranteed to put a smile on everyone’s face, from chocolate lovers and caramel connoisseurs to those who have gone gluten-free or vegan.
Inside this book, you will find:
- Cookies, brownies, and bars for every occasion
- Dozens of gluten-free, vegan, and keto-friendly cookies, so you can indulge without guilt
- Helpful tips and techniques to ensure every batch is at its best
- Beautiful photography that provides endless inspiration and excitement
Whether you want to whip up a quick treat to take the edge off a long day or dazzle everyone at your holiday swap, simple recipes centered around pantry staples and tried-and-true techniques in The Encyclopedia of Cookies guarantee that you’ll rise to the occasion.
Have you struggled to make friends? Or keep them? Whatever your experience has been, we were all designed for community. We all want to feel connected. Thankfully, God does not leave us on our own to figure out the ins and outs of friendship!
Craving Community is a four-week study that will:
* Help you to fix your gaze on Jesus who gives us friendship with God.
* Show you the attributes of a godly friend. * Equip you to navigate difficulties in friendship.
* Encourage you to pursue godly friendship even when it’s hard.