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"A hymn to the joys of fried chicken, with irresistible recipes and
invaluable cooking tips. If you don’t already love eating fried
chicken as much as Susan Jung does, you will after cooking from
this book." – Fuchsia Dunlop "This book is filled with delicious,
fragrant recipes from East and Southeast Asia written by Susan
Jung, one of the best veteran food writers I know." – Ken Hom,
CBE "Susan Jung knows her stuff. And I’m so pleased that her
stuff is fried chicken. Clear, concise recipes, compelling
flavours, compulsory cooking. I so want to cook from this book!"
– Jill Dupleix Everybody loves fried chicken. Whether it’s
Korean Fire Chicken, Vietnamese Butter Wings, or Japanese Karaage,
nothing surpasses the unique twists and flavours that cooks in East
and Southeast Asia have brought to fried chicken. Kung Pao and
Beyond showcases 60 crisp, crunchy and spicy recipes that take this
humble fast food to a whole new level. Susan Jung offers up
mouth-watering recipes to satisfy everyone, so that you can enjoy
fried chicken at home whenever the craving strikes.
Cute Crocheted Food is a quirky collection of 24 amigurumi
crocheted vegetables, fruit, nibbles and snacks offering a whole
menu of delicious, zany fun. Making use of the Japanese amigurumi
technique to sculpt robust shapes with yarn, every piece of food
becomes a cute and whimsical character. Charming, embroidered faces
with a variety of expressions can be included to add personality or
leave them off for a more realistic effect. For health food fans
there is an array of wholesome fruit and vegetables, while those
who like to indulge can recreate a variety of sweet treats and fast
food snacks. Perfect for stimulating children's imaginary play,
these little foodie friends will be at home in any play kitchen,
caf or restaurant. Projects include: peas, carrot, watermelon, hot
dog, burger, avocado, sushi, pizza, cupcakes, ice-cream cones, ice
lollies, fries and bananas.
A beautiful, stylish and comprehensive handbook from the Bloom
Gardener's Guides series, covering everything you need to know to
grow edible plants. Growing your own food is a way to feed your
body as well as your soul. Approached in a sustainable way, it can
also nurture the land and provide for wildlife. You don’t need an
enormous garden, an allotment or a fancy greenhouse to do it.
Edible Garden is as much about planting food in your garden borders
and sowing crops in pots, as it is about raised beds or kitchen
gardens. It’s packed with professional advice, a selection of the
best edible plants to grow and tips on getting the most from your
space. This title is from the Bloom Gardener's
Guide series, complete and comprehensive gardening handbooks.
Bloom is an award-winning independent print
magazine for gardeners, plant admirers, nature lovers and
outdoor adventurers, and winner of the Garden Publication of the
Year at the Garden Media Awards 2021. Other titles in this series
include Cut Flowers, Shade and Pots.
Create delicious slow-cooked flavours with affordable ingredients
using minimal energy with over 50 pressure cooker recipes. Pressure
cookers enable the preparation of delicious meals cheaply, quickly
and efficiently because the food is cooked in liquid at
temperatures far higher than in a conventional saucepan, shortening
cooking time by up to 70 per cent. After years in the culinary
doldrums, the popularity of brands such as Instant Pot, has
propelled all types of pressure-cooking gadgets back into favour
and fashion. John Lewis says that purchases of pressure cookers
have risen by 110 per cent, and their popularity is only set to
continue with the current rises in energy prices and food costs.
The pressure-cooking method is brilliant at sealing in flavour, so
cheaper ingredients can be used to great effect and since the
cooking time is shorter you save on energy too, making it one of
the most eco-friendly cooking methods available. Time savings are
impressive – braising beef takes just 30 minutes, a chicken
casserole can be ready in 15 minutes. Pulses and grains cook in a
fraction of the time, so it’s great news for veggies too. A John
Lewis spokesman said: 'The cooking method often used by our parents
and grandparents to tenderise cheaper cuts of meat is once again
popular as thrifty, time-poor cooks rediscover the time and
fuel-saving benefits of these marvellous machines' (Daily Mail
October 2022). Choose from over 50 recipes covering all
tastes and occasions including Soups & Stocks, hearty Meat
dishes, lighter Poultry & Seafood dishes, Vegetarian Dishes and
Desserts.
Cooking with the Movies enables readers to recreate the fabulous
meals depicted in 14 all-time favorite "food" films. Food has
always been a key ingredient on the big screen, yet no book has
ever been devoted to recreating the meals served in famous films.
Now, for film buffs—and anyone else whose mouth has watered over
on-screen culinary delights—there is the delicious Cooking with
the Movies: Meals on Reels. Cooking with the Movies recreates
featured meals from 14 noted films—including Babette's Feast, Big
Night, Chocolat, Goodfellas, Tampopo, Titanic, and Tortilla
Soup—that span a wide range of cuisines and cultures, from French
to Mexican to Japanese. Each chapter provides the menu and full
recipes for preparing and cooking the dishes depicted on screen,
with photos of how each can be served. Along with precise
directions, the authors analyze the importance of the foods served
and the context of the meals in the storyline of the film.
Illuminated with plot summaries, dialogue from the movies, and,
when possible, interviews with actors or directors, Cooking with
the Movies provides fascinating behind-the-scenes insights for
"foodies" and film buffs alike. More information is available at
www.cookingwiththemovies.com.
The authentic story of a highly intelligent family which was able
to create and maintain a feudal empire in upstate New York during
the 19th century. The Loomis gang ruled for over 100 years until
they became an international scandal. They were New York State's
version of the James Boys and the Dalton Gang.
A dynamic, authoritative sourdough baking bible for those looking to
build confidence in the craft with a wide range of foolproof recipes,
from pan loaves to pizza to doughnuts, by the beloved blogger and
resident bread baker at Food52
Maurizio Leo's blog The Perfect Loaf is the go-to destination on the
internet for beginner sourdough bakers. He now brings his impeccably
detailed techniques, foolproof recipes, and generous teaching style to
a groundbreaking debut cookbook that delves into the absolute
fundamentals of sourdough--plus the tools and confidence to explore
beyond.
Recipes cover flavorful, crowd-pleasing favorites:
- Essential freeform loaves: Simple Sourdough, Rosemary & Olive
Oil, Extra-Sour Sourdough, Cranberry & Walnut, Demi Baguettes
- Pan loaves: Everyday Sandwich Bread, Naturally Leavened Brioche,
German Whole Rye, Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread
- Pizza and flatbread: Roman-Style Pan Pizza, Focaccia, Naan, Flour
Tortillas, Pita
- Buns, rolls, and more: Soft Dinner Rolls, Potato Buns, Ciabatta
Rolls, English Muffins, Bagels
- Sweets: Weekend Cinnamon Rolls, Italian Doughnuts, Summer Fruit
Sourdough Crostata, Banana Bread, Cinnamon Babka
Beginner bakers will have their hands held the entire way, with
troubleshooting sections and numerous sidebars answering almost every
question they may have--like how to store a sourdough starter
long-term, how bakers' percentages actually work, and a visual guide to
common "bread fails" and how to remedy them. Seasoned bakers will
relish deep dives into the science behind baking processes and expert
information on how to build their "baker's intuition" and level up by
experimenting with hydration, ingredient ratios, freshly milled grains,
and specialty flours. Whether you're new to bread baking or a pro, The
Perfect Loaf will be your indispensable guide in the kitchen.
Culinary Herbs & Spices of the World is a reference guide to
more than 120 different culinary herbs, spices and flavourings from
all the well-known culinary traditions of the world. It is a
scientifically accurate and richly illustrated review of the
physical appearance, correct names, botany, geographical origin,
history, cultivation, harvesting, culinary uses and flavour
ingredients of more than 120 different herbs and associated
species. A new perspective on the botanical and chemical principles
of tastes and flavours is presented, making it an interesting and
colourful contribution to the culinary exploration of the world. A
fully illustrated, scientifically accurate guide to practically all
commercial herbs and spices, with more than 600 colour photographs.
Written in an easy style with notes on propagation, cultivation and
culinary uses, the book will appeal to a wide readership, from
gardeners and food enthusiasts to botanists and academics. Some
exotic herbs and spices - especially from Africa and China - are
introduced for the first time to European and American readers. The
best-known use or signature dish for each herb or spice is given,
highlighting hitherto poorly known culinary traditions.
Introductory chapters include a concise overview of the main
culinary traditions of the world and a fascinating glimpse into the
chemistry of taste and flavour. Includes a quick guide and
checklist to the culinary herbs and spices of the world.
John Vinton ably captures the history and culture of the
Adirondacks in this collection. These are the stories people told
each other when, as long ago as the early 1800's, they were an
integral part of the beginnings of Adirondack culture. Delightful
illustrations by Larry Miller incorporate images from Seneca Ray
Stoddard and contribute greatly in making this outstanding volume a
new Adirondack classic.
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