Craving fresh-baked bread? The 2020 pandemic has highlighted our love of bread, especially when it was nowhere to be found! Bread making took center stage for many of us stuck at home and craving comfort food. Fresh baked bread definitely soothes the soul. As it should, bread baking has been a tradition for thousands of years and across all continents. Bread Making For Dummies explores the science behind the art of bread making and our cultural connection to wild and commercial yeasts. Break out your kitchen scale and favorite wholesome grains and join us on the journey, from classic German Pretzels (Brezeln) to warm Salted Pecan Rolls to Rustic Sourdough. Popular culinary author and dietician Wendy Jo Peterson has your foolproof loaf, flatbread, and roll needs covered. If you want to really start from scratch and culture your own yeast--no problem! She'll also let you in on the secrets of the fashionable no-knead and sourdough recipes that have been drawing chefs' kisses of discerning delight from bread-aficionados for the past decade. Discover the tools and ingredients needed in bread making Grow your own sourdough starter Form savory or sweet loaves Stuff breads for a complete meal Boost the nutritional quality of breads with wholesome ingredients, like nuts, seeds, and old-world grains Whether you're a nervous newbie or a seasoned, floury-aproned baker, Bread Making For Dummies is the beginning of a delicious, doughy adventure--so get your butter knife ready and discover just how easy and extra-tasty home bread-making can be!

Are you a student who's fed up with making do with greasy food and monotonous ingredients? A parent who worries about your son or daughter's mounting tendency to nip to the fast-food van at all times of the day? Then look no further! Taking into account thepressures and stresses of university life - the work, the exams, the parties - this entertaining guide takes students through the essential skills, techniques and ingredients they need to make over 160 delicious, healthy meals on a budget and on the go. Packed with top tips on frugal shopping, diet maintenance and healthy-microwave cooking, as well as the low-down on hosting dinner parties, choosing wines and mixing cocktails, baked-bean-living will become a thing of the past! Student Cookbook For Dummies includes: Part 1: Getting Started * Chapter 1: Saying 'Hello' To Your Kitchen * Chapter 2: Going Shopping * Chapter 3: Knowing What You're Eating Part 2: Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks * Chapter 4: Bigging up Breakfast * Chapter 5: Making great Lunches * Chapter 6: Snacks Part 3: Bring On The Main Course * Chapter 7: Cooking For One * Chapter 8: Eating the Right Food To Get You Going * Chapter 9: Mastering Microwave Cooking * Chapter 10: Making the Most of Time and Money * Chapter 11: Decadent Desserts and Treats Part 4: Entertaining * Chapter 12: Lads and Girls Nights' In * Chapter 13: Pulling Together a Sunday Roast * Chapter 14: Food To Impress: Cooking for a Date * Chapter 15: Getting into the Party Spirit Part 5: The Part Of Tens * Chapter 16: Ten Tips For Cooking At Uni * Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Eat On The Cheap * Chapter 18: Ten Replacements for Expensive Ingredients

In the UK, 7 out of 10 people over the age of 45 have high cholesterol levels (Bupa 2007). Although there are no clear symptoms, high cholesterol levels have been associated with heart disease and stroke - two of Britain's biggest killers. There are several factors that can cause high cholesterol; an unhealthy diet, being overweight and a lack of exercise are three of the main contenders. As a result, some of the best ways to control and reduce cholesterol levels are losing weight, eating a heart-healthy diet and taking regular exercise. Although eating healthily may sound simple, it's often difficult to know which foods to avoid when trying to lower cholesterol. Fully adapted for the UK market, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook For Dummies reveals which food you should eat and helps readers make small changes to their diet to achieve big results. Low-Cholesterol Cookbook For Dummies includes:* The latest dietary and medical information on cholesterol and how to control it* Over 90 delicious recipes as well as low fat cooking techniques and ways to lower cholesterol on a daily basis* Sensible advice on finding the right foods when shopping, planning menus, and adapting recipes to suit family and friends.

Learn how to eat well, improve your health, and enjoy life with diabetes.

The new edition of Diabetes Meal Planning & Nutrition For Dummies offers you a holistic approach to living your best life with diabetes. Optimize your diet and plan delicious meals that will empower you to take control, improve your health, prevent, and even reverse diabetes. Written by an award-winning chef and renowned doctor who are both experts in the field of nutrition, this book helps you understand what defines healthful eating for diabetes, its crucial role to long term health, and how meal planning is a key to successful diabetes management. Learn how to receive all the nutrients necessary for glucose control while managing Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and maintaining ideal weight. Discover how to supercharge your diet and protect yourself from the complications associated with diabetes with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich foods. To get you started, this indispensable guide includes 22 mouthwatering, easy to recreate, and affordable recipes that maximize the benefits of nutritious ingredients to regulate blood glucose levels. The kitchen and shopping hacks will enable you to master culinary therapy and take delight in preparing meals and cooking.

This updated edition includes:

• Practical examples of meal plans perfectly suited for prediabetes, Type 1, and Type 2 diabetes
• A whole person approach to diabetes that focuses on diet, lifestyle, exercise, and medical treatment
• Coverage of new therapies and the latest evidence on how gut health can help with diabetes management
• Nutrition facts and health benefits for your favorite ingredients, so you can eat what you love

P> Diabetes Meal Planning & Nutrition For Dummies is an excellent resource for those interested in the latest diabetes-friendly nutrition guidelines, as well as anyone who has been diagnosed with diabetes or has a loved one who has been diagnosed, or would like to prevent it.

Think only master chefs can create the savory, succulent barbecue masterpieces you love to eat? Nonsense "BBQ Sauces, Rubs & Marinades For Dummies" shows you everything you need to dig in, get your apron dirty, and start stirring up scrumptious sauces, magical marinades, and rubs to remember.

Featuring 100 bold new recipes, along with lots of savvy tips for spicing up your backyard barbecue, this get-the-flavor guide a healthy dose of barbecue passion as it delivers practical advice and great recipes from some of America's best competition barbecue cooks. You get formulas for spicing up chicken, beef, pork, and even seafood, plus plenty of suggestions on equipment, side dishes, and much more. Discover how to: Choose the right types of meatBuild a BBQ tool setCraft your own saucesSmoke and grill like a proMarinate like a masterChoose the perfect time to add sauceRub your meat the right wayWhip up fantastic sidesAdd flavor with the right fuelPlan hours (and hours) aheadCook low and slow for the best resultsAvoid flavoring pitfallsTurn BBQ leftovers into ambrosia

Complete with helpful lists of dos and don'ts, as well as major barbecue events and associations, "BBQ Sauces, Rubs & Marinades For Dummies" is the secret ingredient that will have your family, friends, and neighborhoods begging for more.

Many of us, at the best of times, struggle for inspiration when it comes to cooking - and that's without a medical condition that may affect our eating habits and require careful management. The right diet is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and all the more important for the successful management of diabetes. Fully updated for a UK audience Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies will include the latest dietary recommendations and medical information on diabetes and its management. Packed with over 100 delicious and easy to prepare recipes - for everyday eating and entertaining - alongside a brand new section on packing healthy lunches and picnics, this book will help make mealtimes interesting and healthy. The book also offers guidance on the glycaemic index, nutritional information, diabetic exchanges for each recipe and lifestyle advice to help readers take control of their condition and live life to the full. Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies will feature: Part I: Thriving with Diabetes* Living To Eat With Diabetes* Eating To Live With Diabetes* Planning Meals for Weight Loss Goals* Eating What You Like (Within Reason)* Stocking Up at the Supermarket Part II: Healthy Recipes That Taste Great* Enjoying the Benefits of Breakfast* Starting Well: Hors d'Oeuvres and First Courses* Sipping Simply Divine Soups* Taking a Leaf From the Salad Bar* Being Full of Beans (and Grains and Pasta)* Adding Veg to Your Meals* Boning Up on Fish Cookery* Flocking to Poultry* Creating Balanced Meals with Meats* Nibbling on Snacks* Drooling Over Mouth-Watering Desserts Part III: Eating Away from Home* Eating Out as a Nourishing Experience* Packing a Picnic Lunch Part IV: The Part of Tens* Ten (or So) Simple Steps to Change Your Eating Habits* Ten Easy Substitutions in Your Eating Plan* Ten Strategies to Normalize Your Blood Glucose* Ten Healthy Eating Habits for Children with Diabetes Part V: Appendixes* Appendix A: Investing in Food Supplements for Optimum Health* Appendix B: Exchange Lists* Appendix C: A Glossary of Key Cooking Terms* Appendix D: Conversions of Weights, Measures, and Sugar Substitutes* Appendix E: Other Recipe Sources for People with Diabetes

The complete year-round guide to BBQ and smoking! The BBQing and smoking industry is heating up! No longer reserved for warm weather occasions or backyard gatherings, firing up the grill or smoker is becoming ever-more popular in everyday American cooking. Written by America's Pit Master and award-winning restaurant owner Carey Bringle of Peg Leg Porker, one of the most famous BBQ spots in Nashville, this book features more than 50 recipes and provides tried-and-true advice on BBQing and smoking all types of meat, seafood, chicken, pork, and veggies. Choose the right wood and get the best smoker or grill Get recipes for marinades, rubs, injections, and sauces Cook up hog, ribs, brisket, and chicken, and more Work with certain cuts of meat If you're looking for a new guide to classic barbeque and more, look no further.

Get your food preservation skills in the can Craving a juicy peach in the barren midwinter? Yearning for a cupful of home-grown tomato soup before the seeds are even in the ground? Canning makes you the ultimate boss of your food supply all year 'round and helps you reduce costs and maintain quality control over what you eat--and to be prepared in times of food shortages. And Canning & Preserving For Dummies shows you how to do it all, helping you explore hundreds-of-years-old traditions of food preservation in the comfort of your own home. In a friendly and step-by-step style, longtime canner and owner of TheFarmingWife.com Amy Jeanroy takes you inside the canning world to show how modern technology and techniques have made it easy to use the four main methods of preservation--water-bath and pressure canning, freezing, and dehydrating--to keep your pantry packed with delicious, out-of-season delights. She also clues you in on how to match preservation technique to food for the most flavorful results--and what supplies to keep on hand for your next canning adventure. Know the benefits, from healthier eating to self-reliance Follow the latest food safety guidelines Get guidance on food storage in urban living Cook up tasty recipes with your preserved delights Whatever draws you to canning--saving money on groceries, healthy living, or the sheer fun of doing it--this book is stuffed with all the goodness you need to keep your palate happy whatever the season is!

The easy way to eat vegetarian on campus

Vegetarianism is growing rapidly, and young adults?including college students?are leading the charge as more and more of them discover the many benefits to adopting a vegetarian lifestyle. However, there are limited resources for budget-conscious students to keep a vegetarian diet.

"Student's Vegetarian Cookbook For Dummies" offers the growing population of vegetarian students with instruction and recipes for fast and fun vegetarian cooking. Personalized for students, it comes with quick-fix recipes, a variety of creative meal ideas, and money-saving tips.Plain-English explanations of cooking techniques and nutritional informationMore than 100 recipes for making vegetarian dishes that are quick, easy, and tastyBudget-conscious shopping tips

When dining halls are inadequate and restaurants become too expensive, "Student's Vegetarian Cookbook For Dummies" has you covered

Get started cooking now with Cooking Basics For Dummies, 5th Edition! Are you looking to dig yourself out of microwave dinners and learn the ropes of home cooking? Cooking Basics For Dummies, 5th Edition takes the intimidation out of cooking and helps you start cultivating your culinary prowess in no time. From learning fundamental cooking techniques like dicing, chopping, and saut?ing to creating delicious, easy-to-follow recipes, you'll discover how to cook up crowd-pleasing meals the whole family will enjoy--all without breaking a sweat! Even if you've never cracked an egg, this friendly, practical guide gives you all the ingredients to become a superior home cook. In plain English, it explains step-by-step how to master popular cooking techniques, such as dicing vegetables, hard boiling an egg, making quick and delicious sauces, planning menus, stocking your pantry, and so much more. Packed with more than 150 easy-to-follow recipes for every meal of the day, from mouth-watering mains to sumptuous sides to delectable desserts Helps you master grilling, slow cooking, baking, roasting, pressure cooking, and more Includes tips on adapting meals to meet the latest dietary trends, such as low-sugar, low-sodium, low-fat, plant-based, and vegetarian diets Covers shopping at farmer's markets and buying organic foods Cooking Basics For Dummies, 5th edition is for every beginner cook or polished chef looking for a refresher on breathing new life into home-cooked meals. P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you're probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Cooking Basics For Dummies (9781118922316). The book you see here shouldn't be considered a new or updated product. But if you're in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We're always writing about new topics!

Wine enthusiasts: raise a glass! The global wine market has expanded rapidly in the past few years and is forecasted to increase through 2019. Consumption, new wine styles, online wine purchasing, and a growing younger population of wine enthusiasts are all contributing factors. In Wine For Dummies, the authors--both recognized wine authorities and accredited Certified Wine Educators--share their expertise, revealing the latest on what's in, what's out, and what's new in wine. Featuring information on both classic and cutting-edge wines, it's packed with everything you need to hold your own in tasting rooms, shops, and beyond! Includes updated information on navigating wine shops and selecting wines in restaurants Covers the latest expert advice on buying wine online thanks to the online retail boom Provides updated vintage charts and price guidelines Offers information on trends in wine, including packaging innovations such as wine in a can, kegs, and boxes Whether you're a beginner or intermediate wine enthusiast, this is your no-nonsense guide to choosing wine, understanding wine lists, exploring new varieties, serving, sharing, and more!

Everything you need to know about living a gluten-free lifestyle As the prevalence of gluten-free dieting continues to grow both from necessity and choice more and more people are searching for a healthy way to cut gluten out of their lives. Gluten-Free All-In-One For Dummies culls a wealth of indispensable information from six popular For Dummies books, providing you with an all-encompassing, one-stop resource for living and eating gluten-free. From gluten-free cooking and baking to must-have information on celiac disease, this comprehensive and authoritative guide to all things gluten-free is the only reference you'll need as you navigate your way around a wheat, barley, and rye-filled world. With nearly millions of households having at least one person who eats gluten-free foods, the need for a trusted and authoritative guide to living gluten-free has never been greater. Thankfully, Gluten-Free All-In-One For Dummies is here to offer expert guidance on making the switch to a life free of gluten. * Recognize the benefits of adopting a gluten-free lifestyle * Interpret food labels and stock a gluten-free kitchen * Cook delicious gluten-free recipes for every meal of the day * Make kid-friendly gluten-free meals, baked goods, and desserts If you're a seasoned gluten-free eater or a newcomer to the diet, Gluten-Free All-In-One For Dummies is the perfect, all-inclusive guide to ditching the grains and living a healthier life.

Taste the real thing and discover the delights of home-cooked Indian food Indian food--delicious, diverse, and not as difficult to cook as you might think! In Indian Cooking For Dummies, you'll learn the fundamentals, plus over 100 make-at-home recipes for your Indian favorites. Even newbie cooks will have no trouble making these easy and delectable dishes right at home. With this book, you've got a suite of recipes to suit every dietary need (vegetarians, rejoice!), spice tolerance, and skill level. When you crave a Bengaluru breakfast, Lucknow lunch, or Delhi dinner, Indian Cooking For Dummies is for you. Inside, you'll learn the steps and secrets used in all the regions of India, so you can create a perfect, balanced Indian meal in your kitchen. With pro suggestions and tips about key ingredients and dish pairings, you'll be eating healthy, hearty, flavorful food in no time. Imagine your own stay-at-home buffet of rice, Indian breads, curried meats, creamy lentils, aromatic vegetables, raitas, chutneys, relishes, and more. Hungry yet? Cook authentic Indian appetizers, snacks, main courses, desserts, drinks, and popular vegetarian dishes Discover regional Indian cuisine and the ingredients, techniques, and spices unique to each Eat healthily and cook from scratch, without spending too much time in the kitchen Enjoy expert advice on how to make a meal for one or feed a large family, Indian style For flavor, aroma, variety, and sheer pleasure, Indian food is tops--and you can make it yourself, with this friendly Dummies guide!

From the bestselling authors of Keto Diet For Dummies Keto Desserts for Dummies debunks the rumor that you need to give up your favorite sweet treats when you go keto. Rami and Vicky Abrams provide in-depth details on how to maintain the popular low-carb, low-sugar diet while still enjoying delicious desserts and treats. Created by the founders of the wildly popular Tasteaholics.com, along with the Total Keto Diet App, Keto Desserts For Dummies explains how to swap out standard baking ingredients, including sugar, flour, and milk, for keto-friendly ones. You'll maintain the flavor of your favorite desserts while making them compatible with the keto diet. This handy guide shows you how to: Make delicious desserts while sticking to the keto regimen Choose keto-friendly versions of your favorite desserts so you don't ruin your daily macros Incorporate keto-approved desserts into your overall keto meal plans Keto Desserts For Dummies includes more than 150 easy-to-follow and tasty recipes sure to make your taste buds light up. All the recipes are designed to be simple and easy to follow, ensuring that anyone can make them, even people new to the keto program.

Hands-on tips and easy recipes for keto-fueled health and energy! Millions of people have already benefited from the low-carb ketogenic diet. They've lost weight, increased their energy levels, got their Type 2 diabetes under control, and so much more. And if you're looking for an easy and fun way to get started with keto, look no further than the Keto Cookbook For Dummies! In this book, you'll find 150 delicious keto recipes, from cheesy egg casserole to a keto-inspired berry cobbler. You'll also discover expert tips on meal planning and preventing common ailments with simple adjustments to your diet. You'll even learn how to use your Instant Pot and air fryer to make full-flavor, low-carb keto dishes. The book also shows you how to: Swap in tasty keto alternatives for unhealthy ingredients Make keto snacks and appetizers that give you a huge, long-lasting energy boost when you need it most Prepare yummy keto sauces and staples you can make ahead of time and freeze for easy meal-prep during the week For everyone trying their best to get a handle on their health, weight, and nutrition, Keto Cookbook For Dummies is a must-have companion for busy families, professionals, and anyone else who just wants to live a healthier, more energetic life.

Become fluent in the universal language of beer Beer For Dummies is your companion as you explore the wide world of the third most-consumed beverage globally. Learn to recognize the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles. Perfect beer-and-food pairings. And embark on the ultimate beer tour, Dummies-style! Whether you're a beer novice or a brewery regular, there's always something new to learn. We'll help you pick the right beer for any occasion, understand why beers taste the way they do, and give you a handy reference to their strengths and ideal serving temperatures. This updated edition takes you a journey around the world of new beers--hazy-juicy in the U.S., Italian grape ale, Brazilian Catarina sour. You'll also get up to date on the latest beer review apps and how the internet is shaping and reshaping beerdom. Cheers! Make an informed choice when selecting a beer and pairing with food Learn the fascinating process of brewing the different types of beer Discover world beer culture and new beer innovations Heighten your enjoyment of the subtleties of craft beer This book is an excellent resource for aiding your understanding, purchasing, drinking, and enjoyment of beer.

Make drinks like a master mixologist with 1,000 recipes Bartenders are the life of the party--and it's never been easier to prepare and serve drinks that keep partygoers coming back for more! Whether you want to break into professional bartending or up your ante as a home mixologist, this clear, easy-to-follow guide has you covered. With tips on stocking your bar and working with the right tools and garnishes, as well as information on the latest liquor trends and popular new cocktails, it won't be long before you hear, "Bartender, may I have another?" Concoct the perfect timeless and modern drinks Learn how to create perfect low and no-alcohol options Replicate everyone's favorite ready-to-drink cocktails Stock your bar with the best glasses and tools If you're looking for fresh ideas to keep your friends or customers happy, Bartending For Dummies is the perfect how-to resource for making a splash with great drinks.

Your recipe for saving the planet (and some money too!) If you're like many of us, you waste your fair share of food. And you may think that food waste is an inevitable part of modern life. But in Zero Waste Cooking For Dummies, you'll learn a little about sustainability in agriculture and where your food comes from, and how to organize your kitchen for less waste. With food waste in mind, you'll also learn how to meal plan and shop within your budget.And ultimately, you'll learn how to use every last bit of what's in your fridge, freezer, and cupboard to make delicious meals, save money, and do your part for the environment. In this book, celebrated dietitian and internationally recognized author Rosanne Rust walks you through every step of transforming how you plan your meals, shop for groceries, store your food, cook your food, and deal with leftovers. Whether you're more experiences or the type of cook who can burn water, you'll find tips and strategies that help you buy, use, and waste less food. Zero Waste Cooking For Dummies offers: Dozens of recipes for delicious entrees, appetizers, breakfasts, soups, salads, and more Meal planning ideas that make grocery shopping a breeze, save you real money, and help you make the most of what you have in your kitchen Tips and tricks for how to use leftovers, how to craft new dishes with leftover ingredients so you don't need to throw anything away, and more This book is a must-read for any homemaker, home cook or anyone looking for ways to save a little money, reduce their carbon footprint, and make some awesome, nutritious meals.

Get in on the ground level of the next artisan food obsession--honey! Just like wine, cheese, beer or coffee, honey is an artisan food with much to be discovered. Whether you're interested in tasting the various varietals, using it as a cure, or harvesting your own, Honey For Dummies is the guide for you. This book reveals the deep and complex world of honey, its diverse floral sources, and its surprising range of colors, smells, and flavors. You will learn about over 50 single-origin honeys, their sensory profiles, where they are produced and where to buy them. Discover how to taste and evaluate honey using the same methods as professional honey sensory expert. Understand how honey is produced by honeybees, and how beekeepers harvest, and bottle this liquid gold. You'll also discover the historical role honey has played around the world in folklore, religions, and economies. From its health benefits, to recipes, to food pairings, this complete guide covers all things honey! Honey is the latest food trend that can be found at farmers' markets, specialty food shops and on the menu of restaurants. It is produced from bees in every state and just about every country on the planet. Let Honey For Dummies accompany you on your sweet adventure! Discover the rich and complex world of single-origin honey Learn about honey's composition and its myriad health benefits Acquire the skills to taste honey like a pro then how to perfectly pair honeys with all foods Try the book's many wonderful recipes that incorporate honey Honey For Dummies is the perfect companion for every chef, brewer, homesteader, beekeeper or honey lover.

Prepare your favorite comfort foods the healthy way Chocolate chip muffins? Crispy bacon? Steak tacos? But . . . should you? Of course you should--especially when your air fryer makes it possible to put deliciously crispy food on your plate with a minimum of fuss, mess, and up to 80% fewer calories! Whether you're looking to eat healthier, lose weight, or impress your friends, Air Fryer Cookbook For Dummies fills you in on everything you need to make air frying a regular part of your routine. In addition to 150 mouth-watering recipes from popular nutrition and diet experts Wendy Jo Peterson and Elizabeth Shaw, you'll find a thorough exploration of the benefits of air frying, the most suitable foods, and how to cook for a specialized diet--from Keto to vegan. And to top things off, our authors share the secrets of the perfect seasoning or sauce to accompany any dish. Know how your air fryer actually works Cook safely and efficiently Prep your dishes for perfectly air fried results Plan your meals From breakfast to supper--with a few sweet treats and party snacks on the side--Air Fryer Cookbook For Dummies shows you how to turn hot air into those mouth-watering "fried" foods you love the most.

An informative, fun guide to making your own wine

It's estimated that one million North Americans make their own wine. Relatively inexpensive to make (a homemade bottle costs from $2 to $4), a bottle with your own label (and grapes) is a fantasy even someone with modest aspirations can fulfill. Author Tim Patterson, an award-winning home winemaker, shows how it's possible for anyone to create a great wine. In "Home Winemaking For Dummies," he discusses the art of winemaking from grape to bottle, including how to get the best grapes (and figure out how many you need); determine what equipment is required; select the right yeast and figure out if any other additives are needed; and store, age, and test wine. With detailed tips on creating many varieties -- from bold reds and demure whites to enchanting roses and delightful sparkling wines -- this guide is your ultimate winemaking resource.

Soothe the body, mind, spirit, and senses--with tea Tea For Dummies is your guide to enjoying the delicate flavors and health benefits of the world's second most popular beverage. This book helps novices and connoisseurs alike step confidently into the vast, versatile world of tea. Learn which teas are right for you and brew the perfect cup. We'll also look at the research on tea's benefits, including lower blood pressure, reduced stress, lessened risk of cancer and cognitive decline, and easier weight management. Where is tea grown? How is it processed? What's the best way of incorporating tea into a healthy lifestyle? How is tea enjoyed around the world? Dummies answers all your tea questions, so you can enjoy every sip. Learn the basics of tea production and preparation Discover the varieties of tea and get to know their effects Develop a deep knowledge of tea to enhance the experience of drinking or serving it Maximize the mental and physical health benefits of herbal and caffeinated teas This compendium of tea wisdom is perfect for anyone looking for a deeper enjoyment and appreciation of tea. We'll help you figure out where to start with tea, and if you're already part of the tea fan club, we'll inspire and fascinate you even more.

Would you like to better appreciate fine distilled spirits? "Whiskey & Spirits For Dummies" is your complete guide to selecting and enjoying this family of noble beverages, flavor by flavor. From whiskey, rum, and brandy to vodka, gin, and cordials, this handy reference traces the history of distilled spirits, explains how they are made, and shows you how to evaluate, serve, and savor them.

Ever wonder why the Irish spell it "whiskey" and the Scottish "whisky"? This friendly book tells you as it reveals where the first whiskeys -- or "dark" spirits -- originated and how they came to the United States. It also explores the origins of clear spirits and the different varieties of each. You'll compare American and European vodkas, see how to make the new and improved all-purpose Martini, and follow the spread of flavored rums across the globe. A slew of sidebars give you fascinating tidbits of information about these spirits. You'll also discover how to: Become a sophisticated tasterShop for the best spiritsSelect the right mixersUse spirits in cookingMake ten classic cocktailsChoose and taste cordials and liqueursKnow the nutrients in one serving of each type of distilled spiritPresent spirits to guestsSet up tasting events at home

This thorough guide also features recipes for cooking with spirits, offering menu choices such as entrees, vegetables, and desserts that all include at least one type of spirit. Complete with an appendix of craft distillers across the United States, "Whiskey & Spirits For Dummies" will give you the knowledge and hands-on guidance you need to become a connoisseur of such greats as fine Scotch, Bourbon, and Cognac in no time

Get the skinny on your morning joe Do you swear by your morning jolt of caffeine but are hard-pressed to tell a siphon from a slow dripper? No problem: just order a fresh copy of Coffee For Dummies for a smooth blend of fun facts and practical advice to give an extra shot of flavor to your appreciation of the second-most valuable commodity on planet Earth--and filter out all that excess grind in your knowledge. This warm and welcoming serving from passionate coffee guru Major Cohen--a Specialty Coffee Association certified instructor, and now retired highly respected former Starbucks coffee educator and program manager--takes you on a rocket-fueled journey from the origins of the liquid bean's popularity to best ways to prepare and enjoy coffee in your own home. You'll learn how to evaluate the advantages of different coffee styles and makers, and how even the smallest detail--varietal, roast type, texture--can influence how good that cupped lightning tastes on your tongue. Evaluate different roasts or brews Navigate menus for the best deals Learn how to speak "coffee" and order your half-cap-low-fat-no-sugar-add-whip with confidence Save money with the best store apps Meet some of the unknown pioneers of coffee that have made our coffee world of today See how you might think bigger about your coffee spend changing the world The average American spends over $1000 on their daily brain juice every year: why not hire Coffee For Dummies as your personal barista and get more for your money--and from each invigorating sip.

Lose weight and feel great with juicing and smoothies For those of us who don't have time to cut up or cook fruits and vegetables with every meal, juices and smoothies are a fast and easy way to consume them at home or on the go. Packed with over 100 recipes, Juicing & Smoothies For Dummies covers the most up-to-date information on incorporating this healthy lifestyle into your everyday routine. From how to safely cleanse the body of toxins to the hottest ingredients to bolster juices and smoothies including chia seeds, coconut oil, hemp seeds, bee pollen, and more it arms you with everything you need to sip your way to a healthier, happier you. There are many health benefits to drinking freshly juiced fruits and vegetables. These tasty and nutrition-packed beverages can help protect you against cardiovascular disease, cancer, cellular damage, and various inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Plus, it's great for weight loss because juices and smoothies have hunger-reducing properties, on top of being filling. In this friendly and accessible guide, you'll find expert guidance on how to use juices and smoothies to reap all of these excellent rewards, while getting the recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables in a glass! * Concoct more than 120 juicing and smoothie recipes using the hottest, most nutritious ingredients * Find the best juicers and blenders for the job * Ward off colds and migraines, promote longevity, and shed pounds * Get a month's worth of grocery items to have on hand to make healthy juices and smoothies in minutes Whether you want to lose weight, cleanse, or simply add more healthy fruits and veggies to your diet, Juicing & Smoothies For Dummies makes it easy.