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Which vegetables should you eat raw? How do you make the perfect
poached egg? And should you keep your eggs in the fridge? Food
scientist Dr Stuart Farrimond answers all these questions - and
many more like them - equipping you with the scientific know-how to
take your cooking to new levels. In The Science of Cooking,
fundamental culinary concepts sit side-by-side with practical
advice and step-by-step techniques, bringing food science out of
the lab and into your kitchen. Find the answers to your cookery
questions and get more out of recipes with intriguing chapters
covering all major food types from meat, poultry and seafood, to
grains, vegetables, and herbs. Why does chocolate taste so good? Is
it OK to reheat cooked rice? How do I cook the perfect steak or
make succulent fish every time? Perfect your cooking with practical
instruction - and the science behind it. Discover a recipe book
like no other from TV personality, food scientist and bestselling
author, Dr Stuart Farrimond. Inside, you'll discover: - Dynamic,
full-colour visuals make complex scientific concepts compelling and
easy to understand - Engaging question-and-answer format makes the
science relevant to everyday cooking - User-friendly book
structure, with scientific concepts organised by food group and
ingredient - Step-by-step techniques - which demonstrate and
underpin key concepts - add core, practical cooking instruction -
Bestseller The Science of Cooking has the answers to your everyday
cooking questions, as well as myth busting information on
everything from vegan diets to cholesterol A good recipe goes a
long way, but if you can master the science behind it, you'll be
one step ahead. The Science of Cooking shows you how by bringing
food science out of the lab and into your kitchen. It gives you all
the scientific information you need to take your home cooking to a
whole new, more nutritious level! From making great risotto and
soft ice cream to the process of steaming, this gastronomic
cookbook includes step-by-step techniques to help you perfect your
cooking. 3D graphics and engaging text make scientific concepts
easy to grasp and infographics bring culinary facts and stats to
life. It is the ultimate gift for any self-respecting foodie or
cook! This series from DK is designed to help you perfect your
cooking with practical instruction - and the science behind it.
There are more books to discover! Explore the science behind the
art of making incredible spice blends to help you release the
flavour in your dishes with The Science of Spice.
Transform your dishes from bland and boring to punchy and
flavoursome with this definitive guide to spices. It's time to
spice up your home cooking! Taking the periodic table of spices as
a starting point, this adventurous recipe book explores the science
behind the art of making incredible spice blends to help you
release the flavour in your dishes. Discover a spice book like no
other from TV personality, food scientist and bestselling author,
Dr Stuart Farrimond. Sure to get your taste-buds tingling, you can
explore: - An explanation of what spices are and how they're
produced - Which countries favour which spices and a bit of the
history behind it - Dozens of spice blends you can make and what
you can use it for - 52 exciting recipes from around the world
which showcase each spice blend - A reference guide to look up each
spice to understand how to use it - Colour-coded charts to help you
learn the chemical compound that make up the flavours -
Instructions on how to design your own spice blends with
photographic references without. If you've ever wondered why some
spices taste stronger than others or how to make your own personal
garam masala, The Science of Spice has all the answers! Discover
how to use spices for cooking to become more creative in the
kitchen, and explore the multiple ways that spices can endlessly
heighten your eating experience. Great cooking goes beyond
following a recipe - it's knowing how to use the right combination
of spices and herbs to get the greatest possible flavour from your
dishes. From learning how the flavour compounds within spices work
together to exploring the world's top spices, this is the perfect
cookbook for curious cooks and adventurous foodies. Whether you're
a fan of spice seeking to experiment with new flavour combinations,
or simply a beginner-level home-cook looking to advance your
knowledge on all things spice-related, this is a must-have volume
also doubling up as a great coffee table book for the whole family
to love. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop
there? This series from DK is designed to help you perfect your
cooking with practical instruction - and the science behind it.
There are more cookbooks to discover from The Science of... series
giving you the essentials to cook up a storm! Find the answers to
your everyday cooking questions and get more out of your recipes
with The Science of Cooking, paired together they make the ideal
cookery gifts for your food-loving friends too!
Explore the science behind your daily living habits and make your
day healthier, happier, and more productive. Best-selling author
Stuart Farrimond brings you a ground-breaking health book that will
revitalise your daily routine and bring to light the latest
research in psychology, nutrition, biology, and physics alike. Set
out to unearth the facts behind the pseudo-science fads, and
provide take-away advice on every area of our lives,is an
approachable, entertaining and easy-to read fitness guide for those
seeking self-development backed up by solid The Science of Living
scientific evidence. Dive straight in to discover: -The Morning,
Afternoon, Evening, Night structure takes you through a typical
day. -Fascinating statistics and infographics bringing each science
story to life. -Long-held health myths debunked and exploded by new
science. -Action points to each story to help you tweak your
lifestyle habits accordingly Is sleeping 8 hours a night good for
optimum health? If I exercise every day, why am I not losing
weight? Should I brush my teeth before or after breakfast? Is
coffee good or bad for you? These are all fundamental everyday
questions explored throughout this wellness book, which combines
popular science with practical self-improvement, factoring in the
latest scientific research to debunk the common myths and provide
easy-to-read and relatable content for every reader! The popular
question and answer format brings an immediacy to the information
provided, and the highly visually illustrations truly bring the
science to life in a contemporary and accessible way. From fitness
tips to circadian rhythms, productivity to popular science, this
all-encompassing healthy lifestyle book truly does have it all.
What better way to redefine your routine and revitalise your life
than gifting yourself a new you this New Years? This curated
collection of self-improvement tips will teach you to become a
better balanced version of yourself. So make 2022 the year of
wellness and healing yourself!
Exploding myths and providing key takeaway advice for gardeners at
any level, this book provides a shortcut to decades of gardening
experience by explaining the science behind how a garden grows. How
often should I water my plants? What's the most effective slug
deterrent? Could I breed my own unique variety of flower? Do plants
have intelligence? Does it really matter when and how I prune? And
why is my compost heap so slimy? If you find yourself seeking the
answers to these questions and many more, then this may be the book
for you! The world of gardening can be a mystifying place, with so
many instructions to follow and often little explanation as to why.
Dr Stuart Farrimond casts his scientific eye over the garden to
answer all the horticultural questions you've ever wondered about.
Get your gardening gloves on and dive straight in to discover: - An
accessible guide structured around the life cycle of the garden,
taking you from first shoots to pruning for renewal. - An
accessible Q &A format, with stats and infographics to bring
the story to life, as well as long-held gardening myths are
exploded by new science. - Every way to greener fingers has action
points so that you can understand the science, apply your gardening
practice, and enjoy a flourishing garden. From hands-on, practical
advice, to an exploration of the mental health benefits of
gardening, whilst also covering topics such as the positive impact
gardening can have on the earth during a time of climate crisis,
The Science of Gardening debunks myths, and reveals the latest
science often only taught at horticultural college. As a passionate
newcomer to gardening, daunted by the mountain of often conflicting
advice in gardening manuals, Dr Stuart Farrimond has set about
testing the scientific basis of so much conventional wisdom and
practice so you too can garden like a pro. A must-have gardening
book for keen beginners with a passion for plants but who are
daunted by the prospect of trawling through traditional gardening
manuals for explanations, as well as experienced gardeners who are
intrigued to find out the theory behind their practice and who want
to improve on where they might be getting something wrong. At DK,
we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you
like Science of Gardening, then why try Science of Cooking or
Science of Spice to complete the collection.
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