The London and Country Brewer is a comprehensive 18th-century treatise that offers an in-depth exploration of the art and science of brewing beer in England. First published in 1736, this classic work provides a fascinating window into the brewing practices, traditions, and innovations of its time, making it an invaluable resource for historians, brewers, and enthusiasts alike. The book is stru…
The Art and Mystery of Curing, Preserving, and Potting All Kinds of Meats, Game, and Fish is a comprehensive 18th-century manual dedicated to the traditional culinary arts of food preservation. This detailed guide offers readers a fascinating glimpse into historical methods for extending the shelf life and enhancing the flavors of various meats, game, and fish, long before the advent of modern …
The American Housewife: Containing the Most Valuable and Original Receipts in All the Various Branches of Cookery; and Written in a Minute and Methodical Manner is a comprehensive and practical guide to 19th-century American domestic life, authored by Mrs. T.J. Crowen. First published in 1846, this classic cookbook offers a rich collection of recipes and household advice, reflecting the culinar…
Según la revista Time, Michael Pollan es una de las personas más influyentes del mundo. Activista, autor de varios bestsellers y profesor de periodismo, en este maravilloso libro explica que el interés por la gastronomía es inversamente proporcional al tiempo y a la energía que la gente dedica al acto de cocinar, una tarea que se delega cada vez más en la industria alimentaria. En su prof…
Essa sou eu: Lily Allen. Sou mulher. Sou mãe. Fui esposa. Eu bebo. Já usei drogas. Amei e fui decepcionada. Tive sucesso e fracasso. Componho músicas. Canto. Sou tudo isso e muito mais. Quando mulheres contam suas histórias, em alto e bom som, com franqueza, as coisas começam a mudar – para melhor. E essa é a minha história.
Ça y est. T'as basculé. T'es tellement accro à ta friteuse à air que tu l'as presque… demandée en mariage. T'as essayé toutes les recettes que la belle machine te promettait de réussir, et elle a tenu parole (elle?!). T'as adoré l'expérience. Mais bon, après les frites, les ailes de poulet et la pizza réchauffée, des plats… assez faciles on va se le dire, c'est maintenant le tem…
One day in March 2011 staff at the Scottish Poetry Library in Edinburgh noticed a wonderful paper sculpture left on a table. Carved from paper and mounted on a book, it bore a tag expressing support for the Library's work. From then until November 2011 nine more mysterious paper sculptures appeared in arts venues throughout Edinburgh, including the National Library of Scotland, the Filmhouse ci…
L'Air Fryer, ce petit électroménager qui ravit les gourmands autant que les pressés et qui permet de tout faire, même des fritures-super-saines-et-ultra-faciles, révolutionne autant la cuisine aujourd'hui que la mijoteuse l'a fait il y a 20 ans. Et pour cause!Pain doré, fondues parmesan, poulet popcorn et frites de toutes sortes, entre autres délices, en utilisant seulement un soupçon d…
From almonds to zest, via honey and liqueur, the A-Z of Nougat covers everything you need to know about making nougat at home. This little book contains a wide selection of recipes, from the old-time traditional recipes as well as creative modern variations. It also includes guidance on confectionery techniques and the best kind of equipment to use, alongside other handy hints. The A-Z of Nouga…