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Beer goes with everything on the menu. From the most delicate hors d'oeuvre to the richest dessert, every dish can find a perfect match in the versatile and dramatic range of beers available today. This exciting guide tells you everything you need to know about pairing the right beer with the right food, using beer to enhance your cooking, and much more. With the advice and recipes of over 50 top chefs, brewmasters, and restaurateurs, Cooking & Eating with Beer will add a whole new dimension to your culinary skills, and, best of all, to your dining experience.
Beer has once again caught the popular imagination—with an explosion of microbreweries, brewpubs, and restaurants producing brews based on every distinctive style of beer known in the world. From ethereal, straw-colored lagers to deep, garnet-colored pale ales, these beers challenge the palette with an extraordinary range of flavor and character.
This comprehensive guide and cookbook explains the essential principles of matching the right beer with the right food, and unlocks the many exciting possibilities of cooking with beer. It features the expertise of over 50 chefs, brewmasters, and restaurateurs from leading North American restaurants who share with you their special tips, techniques, and recipes for using beer successfully in the kitchen and on the table.
Dishes are featured from every part of the menu. Separate chapters are devoted to soups, fish, meats, salads, breads, desserts, and more, with dozens of easy-to-follow recipes representing the best of American regional and ethnic cuisine. For the uninitiated, there is a basic overview of brewing history and beer types, while the more experienced will find an irresistible wealth of practical advice and ideas to inspire new levels of culinary creativity.
Come celebrate the classic combination of great food and great beer in Cooking & Eating with Beer—delicious reading for beer lovers, gourmets, and professional chefs.
About the author
Peter LaFrance is a consultant to restaurants and beverage companies on beer. Widely published as a journalist covering the beer, wine, and spirits industry, he was formerly the editor/publisher of On Tap and senior editor of Beverage Media. Mr. LaFrance has been certified as a beer judge by the American Homebrewers Association/Home Wine and Beer Trade Association. He is the author of Beer Basics, also published by Wiley.
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SIMPLY FABULOUS.......2006-07-01
There are several things about this book that puts it in a superior catagory. It's not only the photography, which is stunning, but the in depth information throughout the entire book. Different plastics were always a source of confusion for me but the explaination of just what the plastic was with a photo next to it taught me so much.
I agree with John's (reviewer below) assessment of pricing. I believe he was referring to self-serving pricing of which some authors are guilty. These prices are realistic and from what I see in the market place, prices that people are paying. This book has taught me to do my research.
The book is beautiful, well thought out and extremely well written. A must in the library of any serious bakelite or vintage plastic collector.
Beautiful and useful.......2006-06-29
I bought this book because I wanted to know something more about bangles, which I love and have been collecting for a while. I always wonder if I am being over-charged or "told a tale" about a bracelet from dealers at flea markets I go to or in antique stores. After reading this book, I can ask intelligent questions and have found that I am treated with so much more respect. In addition, the pictures are gorgeous. I actually leave the book out as a coffee table book when I am not using it.
FANTASTIC PLASTIC.......2006-05-02
Finally, a concise book on the identification of all the plastic bangles out there. As a dealer, I am always trying to explain to my customers how to differentiate between one bangle and another. Now I just tell them to buy the book. The pictures alone speak a thousand words.
Would I agree that there is an area of subjectiveness regarding pricing? Absolutely. But there is also a realistic price or perception as to what people see in a piece. In my experience, people are only willing to pay what they believe is a piece's value. Anyone can put a $500 price tag on a Diane Von Furstenberg bracelet, but that doesn't mean that it will sell.
As a dealer, I'd rather my customers have a realistic price guide as opposed to a self-serving "off the charts" price. All in all, I found the book to be helpful, exceptionally well layed out, beautiful in presentation, and worth every penny.
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- Bakelite Bangle: Price & Identification Guide
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Bakelite Bangle: Price & Identification Guide
Karima Parry
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Bakelite Bangle: Price & Identification Guide.......2005-09-15
This is absolutely the most comprehensive book about Bakelite bangles. The photographs are gorgeous and it tells you all about the history of Bakelite, how to test for authenticity, and care for your bangles. I just look at the pictures for pleasure. I feel I am a more informed consumer when I look at estate and antique sales.
THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO GREAT VINTAGE PLASTICS!.......2004-07-12
I have recently amassed quite a collection of bakelite, having started collecting lucites, and branching out to the more sought after famed vintage phenolic plastic we all know and love as Bakelite, and all the other manufacturer sub-names it was produced under. I bought a few references recently, but none have compared to Karima Parry's wonderful "Bakelite Bangle Price and ID Guide".
First thing you will do is eat up all the eye candy this nice large and attractive volume has to offer, and after you finish drooling and wishing, you can read all about the different types of plastics, their history, chronology, and how they differ. Ways to identify the difference between Bakelite, Celluloid, Lucite and how to spot newly worked "fakelite" as well. The author is very knowledgeable and is also willing to share her knowledge with other collectors of this engrossing hobby. I look through this book so often, and find myself reading a different section each time, and sometimes just admiring all the wonderful shots of some of the most gorgeous coveted pieces in the bakelite realm. Karima also shows a nice section on lucites as well as celluloid, so you can get a good idea of these pieces when you might be lucky enough to find one, or consider buying.
I have had the personal pleasure of talking to this author, and she is a wonderful insightful person who took the time to answer all my questions and share her knowledge with me, and I am that much wiser for that, and buying her book. I currently have 3 plastic jewelry references, and hers is by far the best.
For anyone interested in collecting bakelite bangles, other vintage plastics, and gaining a nice working knowledge of them as well as a chance to see the most gorgeous pieces as examples, this book is indispensible. The only thing I would change is the price guide, since it is unfortunately hard to use this to price. I would like to see the dimensions and all the other pertinent information, on the page with the items and not in appendix form at the back. Otherwise, I highly recommend it as a must have for your bakelite reference library.
great bakelite bangle guide.......2001-08-23
absolutely loved the huge volume of beautifully photographed bangles. wonderfully written, definitive guide. i was amazed at the loveliness of the photos considering this is a paperback book. i really couldn't expect better quality in a hardback book. a great buy and a must-have for collectors of all levels. karima parry really knows her stuff and it shows. and the price guide really helps. some of the other books i've looked at overinflate the value. she gives a realistic range, from what i've seen in buying vintage bakelite over the years.
A must for all bakelite lovers!.......2000-02-27
I gave this book as a gift to my sister (and fellow bakelite lover.) It was the hardest thing to do! I wanted to keep it for myself. Karima has filled a niche in the bakelite market with her web-site and book. Easy to read, great pictures and VERY imformative! I highly recommend this book to all bakelite lovers. You will refer to this book over and over in your quest for the next great bakelite treasure.
The Best Bakelite Book Yet.......1999-11-29
This is by far the best book on Bakelite that I own. (I own every Bakelite book that is currently in print, and several that are out of print.) The hundreds of photographs of Bakelite and other plastic bracelets are colorfully crisp and clear, and the captions are informative and well-written. The text is intelligently organized, and covers quite a bit of information that has either never been addressed or has been incorrect in other books (a hot pin DOES penetrate genuine Bakelite, thank you Karima! ) The sections on Bakelite lexicon, including color names, are especially welcome. The author knows everything on this subject and has presented it wonderfully. If you will own only one Bakelite book, this is the one.
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Plastic Bangles.
Lyn Tortoriello
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Practical frontier American skills and knowledge are the focus in part five of this series on the sport known as buckskinning. Each chapter was written by a different author with in-depth knowledge of his or her topic. Chapters include: Fur Trade Indian Dresses; Old-Time Music & Instruments; Trade Goods for Rendezvous; Tipi Know-How; Engraving & Carving; Historic Sites & Museums II; Games, Sports & Other Amusements; and Pack Saddles & Panniers. Special color section features the dress of fur trade Indian women and horseback photos. Each chapter is abundantly illustrated with photos and drawings.
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mountainman reading.......2000-03-24
I have the frist five buckskinning books, they are a must read for anyone who wants to get into being a mountainman, all of the books tell how different items were made in that day, from shooting black powder to making your own clothing and too much more to mention. if you have a black powder gun and love the primitive life take a close look at these books.
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With just a little inspiration from Country Living’s successful series, anyone can turn a small and awkward space into an appealing, cozy corner.
Every home has its tiny room, oddly shaped hallway, empty landing, or other difficult-to-decorate area—but these innovative and quick approaches are the first step in turning neglected spaces into models of decorative style. The topics covered range from Themes and Collections to Perfecting Your Palette; some of the ideas are as simple as varying the sizes of objects in a display to create visual interest. Other concepts—such as creatively mixing formal and informal elements—will free home decorators from tired and dull design tenets and bring “fresh air” into any décor. Smart tips and easy, enjoyable projects help jump-start the transformation, while detailed captions for the photos and many sidebars reveal exactly how the job was accomplished.
A Selection of the Homestyle Book Club.
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Cozy Atmospheres and Interiors (Cozy)
Jessica Lawson
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Full of images of enchanted atmospheres, this book celebrates homes that make people feel comfortable from the moment they enter them. Profiled are places where one feels at ease, suddenly able to breathe deeper and invaded with the sensation of something familiar or long desired. The basic elements to help individuals decorate interiors with warmth and personality are included throughout this guide.
Jessica Lawson is an interior designer with her own agency. She is the editor of the Cozy series.
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Haven: Cozy Hideaways and Dream Retreats
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Havens and Hideaways: Cozy Cabins and Rustic Retreats
ASIN: 0811844676 |
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Haven brings together unique homes in which the dream of retreat has been made a reality. Each of these twenty hideaways offers something for every taste from a rustic barn to a desert oasis, from a modest tent cabin to an architecturally significant modern masterpiece. Throughout, the focus remains on communion with our natural surroundings and the peace it brings, on sanctuary from the noise and frantic pace of every day, on the sounds of nature and the gentle art of doing nothing. Each restful and rejuvenating interior illustrates how such relaxing spaces can be created in the home, with details such as an intricate stonework fireplace, a panoramic view through a wall of picture windows, or a tropical poolside cabana. Beautiful color photographs make Haven an escape unto itself as well as a rich source of ideas and inspiration for making dreams of simplicity and retreat come true.
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Cutting Edge Home Design.......2007-04-04
Create a getaway that's environmentally friendly and completely you. Learn how to live with nature instead of clambering all over it.
Beautiful Book, Environmentally Friendly Getaways and a Cool Tree House!.......2007-02-11
I got this book as a gift from my wishlist here at Amazon. I was thrilled with it, not only for the fact that it's a really nice book, pretty cover, very heavy pages & beautiful photography. I wanted it mainly for decorating purposes and I did get alot of unique decorating idea's from it, but it is much more than a decorating book.. 20 different homes, vacation retreats and wilderness camps are featured.. Each one displays a gorgeous getaway spot that has been created to blend in with it's surroundings while still offering the luxury and comfort of home. Many have optioned environmentally conscious methods and offer ideas for using recycled or repurposed materials in their construction. Most of the beautiful, comfortable, romantic, scenic getaways are created to co-habitate with nature without causing further harm to it..
This is a book on the cutting edge of home design. Many of the homes and getaways shown are designed for nature enthusiasts and with popular past times in mind, such as camping, hiking, bird watching & the beach. Many different styles are represented as well, from spare minamalism to the eccentric whimsy as illustrated in an adult treehouse paradise that looks rustic on the outside but is a luxurious showplace on the inside.
Really wonderful book. An absolute gem. I don't think the description here on amazon properly conveys how useful this book is for creating homes or getaways that are environmentally friendly. I highly recommend this it to anyone concerned with the environment, even if not in the market for building a new home, there are a lot of great ideas for conservation in remodeling and just everyday living. It's also just a beautifully crafted book and makes a great conversation piece as a coffee table book. I have had sitting out for months and many friends have enjoyed it, commenting on it's beauty & unique-ness.
Haven.......2006-06-29
The book arrived in pristine order and very quickly. I am very happy with it.
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A Comfortable Home: 100 Cozy Projects for Easy Living
Alison Moss
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ASIN: 1592230164 |
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The task of transforming a house (or apartment) into a home can be daunting. This book makes that process simple and fun. Using 350 color step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions, A Comfortable Home shows crafters at all skill levels how to change their environment from gauche to gracious - and even gorgeous. Dozens of functional and decorative projects incorporate a wide range of materials and activities within most people's grasp - paper, stamps, stencils, beading, mosaics, painting, and sewing for transforming everything from windows, linens, and upholstery to lighting, furniture, and storage, indoors and out. Advice on methods and techniques makes simple work of customizing projects to suit any style and add a personal touch. A section on holiday decorating rounds out all of the cozy touches to make any environment beautiful.
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Cozy Hotels (Cozy)
Jessica Lawson
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A hotel should always be a comfortable extension of the surroundings or the dream that we have of how these surroundings should be. The author has looked for those places that are different from where we live. This charming book presents an interesting variety of small boutique hotels whose main feature is comfort without luxury-a simple and cozy atmosphere-that transmits to the reader a relaxing feeling, very far from the big hotels and resorts, that are often cold and impersonal.
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COZY COUNTRY INTERIORS
Jessica Lawson
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ASIN: 8496099385 |
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To live comfortably in the countryside, surrounded by peace and silence, is many people's dream. Making this dream come true in a relaxing atmosphere, with a decoration inspired by the natural surroundings, is the goal that the author has tried to transmit to the reader. The book presents cozy country interiors that will help the readers to find inspiration for their living rooms, bedrooms, and special corners.
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- pleasant photos - little supporting info
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Bedrooms (Cozy)
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ASIN: 8496099563 |
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This decorating guide displays different types of atmospheres that convey warmth and provides readers with a lot of imaginative ideas for creating their dream bedroom. Readers learn how to make the bedroom a place to rest, to share with one's partner, to play, to spoil and be spoiled, and to dream.
Jessica Lawson is an interior designer with her own agency. She is the editor of the Cozy series.
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pleasant photos - little supporting info.......2006-02-07
This is the sort of book which seems to have been compiled from photos of rooms the author never visited. Text is extemely vague. Bedrooms themselves appear from internal evidence (like plugs)to be in Europe. They are restful and achieveable looks but might not appeal to the person to whom "cozy" means busy fabric and twee clutter.
Like several similar books and magazines I've seen recently, this seems have had an incomplete final editorial review-- photos were duplicated.
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- Bright and inspiring!
- Published in 1997 or 1977?
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Cozy Country Decorating: Fabric Ideas for the Home
Adele Corcoran , and
Carol Hart
Manufacturer: Quilt Digest
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ASIN: 0844226548 |
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Bright and inspiring!.......2001-07-05
I am enjoying the huge bright photos! All of the photos are sharp and show details amazingly well. Many are larger-than-life and remind me of the wonderful photography in the Singer (c) books. This is just the kind of traditional look I like, but with a few fresh twists, like color surprises. There is a darling quilt titled 'Squirrel Quilt' that is offered as for a boy's room and I'm imagining it as a wall hanging in my living room. I hadn't seen the pattern for the 'The Cat's Basket' before I bought the book, it immediately looked like something perfect for my tiny dog!
I very much appreciate the full-size patterns in the back, I don't have time for graph paper!
Published in 1997 or 1977?.......1999-08-09
This book was very nicely illustrated and the directions were well written. Unfortunately, I probably won't make a single project from this book. It was not what I expected. In my opinion, the projects in this book seem very out-dated and very out of style.
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- For the interior decorating fanatic
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Cozy Interiors (Cozy)
Jessica Lawson
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For the interior decorating fanatic.......2004-12-16
I received the book as a Christmas gift and truly love it! I am often looking into it and getting new ideas every time.
There are so many decorating magazines out there but not one that qualifies to the originality and craft of this book. It is one of those rare finds. If there was more like it out there, I'd buy them all.
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First in the new Interior Design mystery series-design tips included!
Seville, Indiana, has five traffic lights and one interior design firm-Designer Jeans, cofounded by Jean Hastings and her daughter, Jean Jr. Lately they're finding that the keen eyes needed for plotting color schemes and tracking down flea market treasures also come in handy for interpreting more sinister designs.
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Great.......2007-08-25
This book was very well put together it was a nice read. You could finish it front to back in a single day and prbably will becuase u will not be able to put it down.
Disappointing.......2007-07-30
I couldn't ever get into this book because the main characters were so unlikeable. Why on earth does Mary stay friends with Jean? Jean is so rude to her on a daily basis. Jean does nothing but constantly nag her about her weight. JR has definitely learned her personality from her mother since she is just as rude as her mom.
I agree with a previous reviewer that the mention of a previous mytery that Jean had supposedly solved had me looking for a prior novel only to find that there is not one. I guess this was supposed to give Jean some legitimacy for butting her nose into police business but it didn't work.
This book is poorly written, jumps around way too much to follow and has a lot of holes that are impossible to ignore. I won't be reading any more of this series and would recommend to anyone considering this book to by all means skip it.
Looking for the second Peg Marberg mystery.......2007-06-05
I love mysteries. I was recovering from surgery and was looking for something to read. I wanted something that was light and easy to read but enjoyable and fun to read too. This hit that target. I loved the little Indiana town. I really like the character Jean (the mother). She seemed real and a very down to earth person. I think this would make a nice series of books. I will be looking for another book from Ms. Marberg.
Awful.......2007-05-27
This is one of the worst books I've ever read.
Around page 40, I put it down and hopped onto Amazon thinking I had surely missed the first book in the series when Jean started talking about her previous amateur sleuthing case in detail. However, surprisingly, this was the first in the series. I found that to be a very questionable decision by the author.
The main character, Jean, was completely unlikeable, as was her daughter Jean Jr. Charlie was annoying, and Mary was just plain stupid. There were far too many characters to keep track of, and I found it annoying and trying to keep straight so many characters with similar names (Harmon and Harrison, Mac and Matt, Jean and Jean Jr.), or trying to figure out someone's gender (I was on page 150 of a 200-page book before finding out that the twins, Kelly and Kerry, were a boy and girl and not two girls). It made for a confusing story.
I also hated the fact that so many things happened "off-page." The reader is given vague hints as to what's going on ("She gave me the information I requested. Then I went out to make some phone calls. After the calls were made, I got in the van and drove to the next stop in the plan."). When I'm reading a book, I want to know what's going on -- I don't want vague references as we progress, only to be hit over the head with a bunch of fill-in-the-blanks as the author tries to wrap up the story.
Overall, the book was just bad, and if there were an option for 0 stars, I would've chosen that. I definitely won't be looking for anything else by this author, and will be dropping this one off at the local used bookstore, rather than even passing it on to anyone else.
Faux Finished: An Interior Design Mystery .......2007-05-22
I picked up a copy of Faux Finished not only because I am a mystery fan but I also have to admit I needed something to read on the plane when I flew to California and it looked like something I could finish on a cross country flight. A lot of times I have bought a book at the airport and discovered it was boring. This book was a "fun read" that held my attention literally from coast to coast. I will look for more from this writer.
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