Thursday, December 30, 2010

Buy From Demon to Darling: A Legal History of Wine in America


This book is very interesting and easy to read. It is very istructive and the author demostrated he has full knowledge of the matter that he writing about.
You can learn important information in the history of wine in America.Get more detail about From Demon to Darling: A Legal History of Wine in America.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Purchase A Hedonist in the Cellar: Adventures in Wine (Vintage)


Maybe I was hoping for something different, but in general this is not a book of depth. Each 2-4 page essay is well-written in a literary, yet unpretentious style. If you're looking for a wine book to read in 5 minute spurts, this is it. But you don't get much more than a few names, descriptors or anecdotes with each section. It's a shallow if entertaining approach.

Probably more to the point is that a significant proportion of the book is devoted to famous "name" wines. If you're reading in the hope of learning about something new to try, the author's vignettes on great Bordeaux vintages aren't of much use. This sort of wine writing is anachronistic as these are collector's wines for those with great wealth. Contemporary wine writing is best when focused on regions, styles or producers that are generally available.

Thus, I think the author spends too much time fawning over the unattainable--which required the help of wealthy friends for him to experience in the first place. The sections discussing more obscure wines are far more useful to the curious reader, and fortunately this is most of the book.Get more detail about A Hedonist in the Cellar: Adventures in Wine (Vintage).

Monday, December 27, 2010

Order Martini Madness: 380 Recipes To Tempt Your Taste Buds


Just recently, I have found a fondness for Martini's. Love the Cosmo'c (like in Sex & The City) and other flavors. Being a novice, I purchased this hand little book and it's wonderful. Easy to follow the mixes and so many varieties. It was rated high and I recommend it to anyone who already drinks or is a novice.Get more detail about Martini Madness: 380 Recipes To Tempt Your Taste Buds.

Saturday, December 25, 2010

Where To Buy Alcoholica Esoterica: A Collection of Useful and Useless Information As It Relates to the History andConsumption of All Manner of Booze


Hmmmm this sounds very similar to a book I have - Drink by Iain Gately. That one walys incredibly funny and had lots of interesting facts I enjoyed telling my friends! I ended up giving out endless copies as Christmas gifts as I enjoyed it so much. This book is the same sort thing churned out slightly differently...and not half as interesting. However I do recommend Drink and give that 5 stars! Get more detail about Alcoholica Esoterica: A Collection of Useful and Useless Information As It Relates to the History andConsumption of All Manner of Booze.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Food As Medicine: How to Use Diet, Vitamins, Juices, and Herbs for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life


This book has significantly expanded my understanding of food and nutrition. Right away I was able to try out new, delicious recipes using new foods and food combinations from around the world: mung beans, Italian-style carrot salad, seaweed. I can honestly say that this book has enriched my life by teaching me how to prepare foods that make you feel GOOD after you eat them. I've also gained a greater awareness of the negatives in our food chain: pesticides, genetic manipulation -- things I'd heard of but never really understood before. The author, with his background as both a medical doctor and as a yoga nutritionist and Seik, presents a wealth of information with great clarity and a kind voice. Get more detail about Food As Medicine: How to Use Diet, Vitamins, Juices, and Herbs for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life.

Monday, December 20, 2010

Super Smoothies: 50 Recipes for Health and Energy Review


I purchased this book a week ago and have been making smoothies everyday since. Yes, there are a variety of ingredients, but I found most of them at my grocery store. I enjoy trying the pairings I would never think of, such as in the adios anemia where prunes are paired with bananas and vanilla soy milk. It was very creamy and I couldn't even taste prunes . My young daughters even enjoyed this and others which included silken tofu. Everyday they want to pick the smoothie I make next and can't wait to try it. My daughters are excited about eating healthy food, what could be better than that! I know soon we will have our favorites and it will be easier to keep the ingredients on hand.Get more detail about Super Smoothies: 50 Recipes for Health and Energy.