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Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Etiquette & entertaining
Have you ever wished you could live in an earlier, more romantic
era? Ladies, welcome to the 19th century, where there's arsenic in
your face cream, a pot of cold pee sits under your bed, and all of
your underwear is crotchless. (Why? Shush, dear. A lady doesn't
question.) UNMENTIONABLE is your hilarious, illustrated,
scandalously honest (yet never crass) guide to the secrets of
Victorian womanhood, giving you detailed advice on: ~ What to wear
~ Where to relieve yourself ~ How to conceal your loathsome
addiction to menstruating ~ What to expect on your wedding night ~
How to be the perfect Victorian wife ~ Why masturbating will kill
you ~ And more Irresistibly charming, laugh-out-loud funny, and
featuring nearly 200 images from Victorian publications,
UNMENTIONABLE will inspire a whole new level of respect for
Elizabeth Bennett, Scarlet O'Hara, Jane Eyre, and all of our great,
great grandmothers. (And it just might leave you feeling
ecstaticallygrateful to live in an age of pants, super absorbency
tampons, epidurals, anti-depressants, and
not-dying-of-the-syphilis-your-husband-brought-home.)
COOL DRINKS FOR HOT SUMMER DAYS With their thirst-quenching
profile, crisp acidity, and vibrant fruit flavors, juicy summer
cocktails are pure refreshment and just what we crave, whether
lounging poolside or working the grill. And here, from expert
mixologist and hospitality maven Nick Mautone, are over 45 no-fail
recipes for the very best of them, from classics like the pina
colada and the Tom Collins to the perfect margarita and a killer
mojito. Includes cocktails with wine, like peach sangria, and even
fruit-forward alcohol-free cocktails like virgin watermelon punch.
Oh, and that world's best gin and tonic? The secret is ginger
syrup.
Presented in a box with a foiled lid, and with 50 recipe cards
featuring 1920's and Art Deco-inspired patterns, this is a
beautiful gift for you or anyone you know who knows how to host a
party. There's nothing like a well-balanced drink to add a bit of
pizzazz to your day. Whether you're toasting a recent triumph,
bringing together friends and family or just capping off a long day
of work, mixing your own cocktails at home is easier than you
think. Featuring 50 recipe cards for Prohibition-era classics such
as the Southside and the Gimlet, and modern classics such as the
Breakfast Martini, and the Bramble, The Cocktail Box is the home
bartender's best friend. There are cocktails to suit every taste
and occasion from bubbly and sweet fizzy drinks that bring the
party spirit, to dark and aromatic blends to help you unwind. The
cards are also accompanied by a short guide that includes all the
equipment, techniques and tips that you need to succeed. Each card
has a clear and easy to follow recipe along with a little bit of
cocktail history. Gone are the days of having to prop open a book
while measuring ingredients - take the card with you wherever it's
easiest to see. You can also bring cocktails you want to try on
your next shopping trip as a reminder of which ingredients you
need. You can even use the cards to display cocktail choices at a
party or announce the cocktail of the day. And when you're not sure
which cocktail to try next, just shuffle the cards and pull a
recipe at random for a delicious surprise!
The Royal Touch is a beautiful compilation of stunning recipes
gathered from far and wide on an incredible culinary journey. It is
one that has covered three continents over several decades and has
taken in many a royal palace along the way. Carolyn Robb, former
personal chef to TRH The Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince
William and Prince Harry, presents the food that she loves to serve
to her family and friends; food that is fit for a king, yet is
accessible to us all. Inspired by everything from her mother's
home-cooking, memories of her happy childhood in South Africa and
her extensive travels to the extraordinary experiences of 13 years
as a chef in the royal household, Carolyn's recipes are simple to
prepare and perfect to share. Whether you are entertaining special
guests, going on a picnic, planning a cosy fireside supper, cooking
with children or you simply feel like trying your hand at some
baking, this book has it all and the ingredients you require won't
break the bank.
The masters of home baking, Australian Women's Weekly, bring you
delightful bakes for every occasion! Enjoy classic bakes for any
occasion alongside exciting and original variations - a host of
sweet and savoury recipes, from delicious snacks and satisfying
desserts, to wholesome lunches and comforting dinners. Add a
creative twist to take your banana bread to the next level, shake
things up with four easy ways to transform a classic quiche, and
enjoy a real treat with six ways to elevate the humble chocolate
chip cookie. This home baking book is perfect for anyone looking
for all-new tried-and-tested, fuss-free recipes! It includes: -
More than 100 recipes and exciting variations, all photographed,
covering both sweet and savoury bakes for snacks, meals, desserts,
and treats - No baking recipe is repeated from one book to another
- Ingredients are recognisable and readily available in all markets
- Each book covers a range of cuisines, types of dishes and dietary
needs, creating balanced everyday meals - A mixture of classic
recipes and innovative ideas Whether you're looking to make a
delicious snack, satisfying dessert, wholesome lunch or comforting
dinner, Australian Women's Weekly Baking serves up fabulous baking
ideas for tasty treats and meals! Each recipe is written with
simple step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by a useful
baking tip and a full-colour photograph, so you can cook with
complete confidence. Australian Women's Weekly is a series of
creative, accessible and reliable recipe books that taps into
Australia's healthy and vibrant food culture. It's centred on
simplicity, great produce, and multicultural living. Look out for
Australian Women's Weekly One Pot and discover more than 90 hearty,
delicious, and quick everyday meals you can create in just one pot.
From awkward schoolgirl to Caterer to the Stars, Mary Giuliani weaves together a collection of hilarious memories, from professional growing pains to her long journey to motherhood, never losing her sense of humor and her love for everyone’s favorite party food, pigs in a blanket.
Mary’s utterly unremarkable childhood was everything she didn’t want: hailing from a deeply loving yet overprotective Italian family in an all-Jewish enclave on Long Island. All she wanted was to fit in (be Jewish) and become famous (specifically a cast member on Saturday Night Live). With an easy, natural storytelling sensibility, Mary shares her journey from a cosseted childhood home to the stage and finally to the party, accidentally landing what she now refers to as “the breakthrough role of a lifetime” catering to a glittery list of stars she once hoped to be part of herself.
Fresh, personal, and full of Mary’s humorous, self-deprecating, and can-do attitude against all odds, you’ll want to see where each shiny silver tray of hors d’oeuvres takes her next. You never know when the humble hot dog will be a crucial ingredient in the recipe for success, in building a business or simply making life more delicious.
In More Easy Party Treats for Children, each chapter presents a
different theme, including trains, monsters, sheep, butterfl ies,
bees, superheroes, ragdolls and dinosaurs. All the treats are made
using readily available items, such as ice cream cones,
marshmallows, jelly sweets, lollipops and wafer biscuits. Each
theme includes a centrepiece that can be used in addition to, or
even replace, the traditional birthday cake. The simple-to-follow
instructions don’t require any baking or specialist skills, making
it possible for busy moms to put on the perfect party without
blowing the budget or spending hours in the kitchen. Kids will be
delighted by the variety of treats on offer and the themes can be
adapted to suit individual preferences and ages. Beautiful
photography and creative styling showcase the treats and offer
further ideas for party settings.
From the ring to the kitchen, celebrate lucha libre with popular
Mexican dishes with a twist in this one-of-a-kind cookbook for
lucha libre fans and aspiring chefs. Lucha libre -- or,
professional Mexican wrestling -- is the most popular sport in
Mexico after soccer and has become an international pop culture
phenomenon all over the world, reaching more than 650M homes
worldwide. This first-of-its-kind cookbook -- by Monica
"Centellita" Ochoa and with the licensing support of the Legends of
Lucha Libre -- includes a brief introduction on the culture of
lucha libre, favorite Mexican dishes from lucha's most celebrated
luchadores/luchadoras from around the globe (Solar, Super Astro,
Penta Zero M, Lady Maravilla), fun stories and facts on
championship details, family legacies, and those symbolic masks,
and 100+ full-color photos and illustrations of food and family.
This must-have collection of recipes from iconic lucha libre
legends will delight, inform, and entertain.
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