Garden-fresh herbs impart flavor and fragrance that dried, packaged products simply can’t. Now, anyone with access to a few square yards of soil (or even a sunny patio or windowsill) can enjoy the pun
Who can resist bruschetta rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil, almond-studded biscotti dipped in coffee or wine, and, of course, a thin-crusted pizza with fresh, sweet tomatoes and tangy mo
Tutoring today is a $4 billion industry (yes—billion) with companies like Sylvan Learning Center and Kaplan Tutoring cashing in. What are parents of today’s overextended students to do? If only there
Sourdough: The Gold Standard of Bread ? More and more home bakers are replacing mass-produced breads and commercial yeasts in favor of artisan breads made with wild cultures and natural fermentation.
Refine your cool with this quintessential sourcebook of manners and mischief. Author–raconteurs Phineas Mollod and Jason Tesauro offer timely advice and timeless wisdom for adventurous gents curious a
A macabre mash-up of the children’s classic Pat the Bunny?and the present-day zombie phenomenon, with the tactile features of the original book revoltingly re-imagined for an adult audience.In the hem
Now in paperback, this landmark, debut cookbook from Richard Olney is brimming with over 150 authentic recipes that capture the flavors and spirit of the French countryside.Originally published in 197
THE BEST-LAID PLANS OFTEN GO AWRY . . . especially in the kitchen. When you’re faced with one of those inevitable cooking calamities--be it a sinking souffle, salty soup, or stuck-together pasta--How
The celebration of Japan’s vegan and vegetarian traditions begins with kansha—appreciation—an expression of gratitude for nature’s gifts and the efforts and ingenuity of those who transform nature’s b
A fascinating exploration of the inside world of sommeliers, sharing their unique perspectives, extensive expertise, and best stories.Rajat Parr’s profound knowledge of wines, deep relationships with
As a young professional today, you are part of a generation with greater earning power and more advanced degrees than preceding ones—along with a fresh, holistic outlook on financial success. Yes, you
The paperback edition of this beautifully photographed cookbook is suffused with nostalgic narrative and apple musings.An Apple Harvest is a celebration of apples and the venerated place they hold in
“How many jobs are out there, in this economy?”“Where do I go from here with my life?”?These are some of the questions at the forefront of the modern job-searcher’s mind. And they are thoroughly and t
“How many jobs are out there, in this economy?”“Where do I go from here with my life?”?These are some of the questions at the forefront of the modern job-searcher’s mind. And they are thoroughly and t
Michael Pollan meets Anthony Bourdain in What I Eat, a portrait of 80 people from 30 countries—each photographed with all the food they eat in one day. Photos and profiles of a soldier, a su
Does your pampered Persian princess have a talent for interior design? Does your dapper tabby harbor the soul of an opera diva? Or is your sleek Siamese with the selective palate a restaurant critic i
Plan Now for the Life You WantToday’s economic realities have reset our expectations of what retirement is, yet there’s still the promise for what it can be: a life stage filled with more freedom and
A James Beard-winning chef presents an updated volume of 60 classic and modern recipes for seafood lovers that includes such fare as Four-Citrus Sea Scallops with Cucumber and Gingered Toro Tuna with
You’re doing WHAT with that traffic cone??The same thing you’re doing with those bellows, that plastic recorder from third grade, and your grandma’s old teapot. You’re crafting it into a state-of-the-
This impolite, aromatic, and incredibly erudite flatulence compendium will astound you with:?‧ The recent discovery of the world’s oldest joke, a proverb from the Babylonian period, that turned out to
Pastry chef David Lebovitz is known for creating desserts with bold and high-impact flavor, not fussy, complicated presentations. Lucky for us, this translates into showstopping sweets that bakers of
Leaving a smaller carbon footprint in the bedroom is easy with Eco-Sex, a green sex manual and self-help book for those in search of long-lost sexual excitement. By renewing your passion for the envir
Have you ever accompanied an evening of game-playing with a bowl of salty chips or slabs of pizza? If so, you know that greasy fingers can be a distraction, with players interrupting the game to grab
MAKE YOUR JOB WORK FOR YOU?In today's often-challenging job market, many of us want to feel more engaged with our current jobs rather than try to find the "perfect" position. Veteran leadership consul
An inspirational watercolorist presents a new collection of adorable animals who get tough--and get going--in the face of troubled times, in a book that pairs illustrations with empowering, humorous q
Donald Asher, America's career guru, believes that success comes from an alignment of passion and preparation. First tip: Your college major has very little to do with your job options. In fact, you c
One hundred pages of lifesaving advice for people out of work. When over ten million people have needed help with their job-hunt—or with figuring out what to do with their life—there is one person the
Do you relish the joys of hot toast spread with your own homemade butter and jam? Love to dazzle your friends with jars and tins of choice goodies–all created by you? The kitchen is a paradise for cra
The New Tequila Tequila has come a long way since the days of salt, shot, lime, repeat. With tequila consumption on the rise, people are choosing tequila on more occasions, experimenting with new lab
A winsome collection of 50 full-color, all-breed canine portraits, each posed with a favorite play toy and accompanied by an affectionate anecdote. Dirty Wow Wow was ranked #3 on Entertainment Weekly
!Ay, que rico! Tacos—real tacos, with soft or crispy corn tortillas, succulent fillings, and snappy salsas—are a revered street food on both sides of the border. In TACOS, Mark Miller adds a chef's se
Pure. Simple. Fresh. ?This is the mantra of award-winning cookbook author Diana Henry. With a few core ingredients in your cupboard, you can transform humble staples, such as sausages, potatoes, and s
Cindy Pawlcyn's favorite small plates—appetizers, soups, salads, and snacks—collected from her previously published books, with 10 new recipes from her restaurants.Cindy Pawlcyn's legions of fans have
An all-new, all-feline collection of adorable illustrations, humorous sayings, and unadulterated cattitude from the creator of FURRY LOGIC.Filled with wry witticisms to perk up even the most finicky c
In 1993, Marc Vetri boarded a plane with a note of introduction in one pocket and a few hundred dollars in the other. He landed in Bergamo, in northern Italy, where he spent the next eighteen months i
Experience the Fresh, Vibrant Flavors of Wine CountryCalifornia’s wine country boasts a mild Mediterranean climate with cool, foggy mornings and warm, sunny afternoons. Early European settlers, recogn
Virtually everyone copes with significant grief and turmoil at times. WRITING THROUGH THE DARKNESS offers a menu of writing approaches--freewriting, memoir, poetry, and storytelling--to alleviate the
Credited with moving vegetarian cooking from the fringes of American society to mainstream dinner tables, Mollie Katzen has proved that there's more to salad than tossed greens. With fresh fruits and
This oft-quoted all-time favorite of the medical community will gladden--and strengthen--the hearts of patients, doctors, and anyone entering medical study, internship, or practice. With unassailable
With more than sixty-five combined years of experience in the career development field, Howard Figler and Richard Nelson Bolles are the undisputed authorities when it comes to helping people find mean
