Food and Wine

Daily hands-on help for healthier eating from the ADA, the definitive authority on nutrition While health-minded consumers may know the basics about healthy eating and exercise, it's putting those facts to good use that poses the real challenge. The American Dietetic Association shows the way with this collection of practical hints, tips, and strategies€“one for each day of the year€“for keeping healthy eating and regular exercise at the top of the agenda, including: Easy ways to blend nutrition with great taste Quick tips for smart shopping, menu choices, and food preparation More than 60 simple, flavorful recipes for meals and snacks from breakfast treats and savory salads to delectable dips and desserts With nearly 70,000 members, the American Dietetic Association is the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the world. Roberta Larson Duyff, MS, RD, FADA, CFCS (St. Louis, MO), is a registered dietitian and Fellow of the American Dietetic Association. She is the author of the American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide (0471441449) and more than 20 other books on healthy eating and living. more...

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If you've ever wondered whether to shake or stir a proper Martini, or what to do with those dusty bottles of flavored liqueurs, The Bartender's Bible is the only book you need! Mix drinks like a pro with this indispensable handbook, the most thorough -- and thoroughly accessible -- bartending guide ever created for both professional and home use. more...

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When prepared the old-fashioned way, nothing tastes as delicious and comforting as homemade sweets fresh from the oven. Now Jennifer Appel, cookbook author and owner of the world-famous Buttercup Bake Shop, shares more of her popular recipes in Buttercup Bakes at Home, a collection of more than 75 new and tempting treats from the much-loved bakery and her own kitchen, for home cooks to enjoy. Family and friends will swoon over the Lemon Coconut-Filled White Buttermilk Cake, Buttercup Golden Layer Cake with Chocolate or Vanilla Buttercream, and Banana Oatmeal Crumb Cake. A wide variety of cookies, bars, and other goodies, such as Dried Cranberry Pumpkin Bars, Marshmallow Crunch Brownie Bars, Pear Nectarine Crisp, Mixed Berry Trifle, and Chocolate Sandwich Cookie Bread Pudding will tempt any palate. There is also a chapter on making delectable cheesecakes, including Lime Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust and Cappuccino Cheesecake; and what would a book from the owner of the Buttercup Bake Shop be without cupcakes? Here you'll find Gingerbread Cupcakes with Pumpkin Cream Cheese Icing, German Chocolate Cupcakes with Caramel Pecan Frosting, Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes (perfect for an after-school snack), and even Splenda-iferous Cream-Filled Vanilla Cupcakes. There's also a chapter on baking with children, with simple recipes such as Candy Bar Ice Cream Pie and Peanut Butter Chocolate No-Bake Cookies. For bakers and home cooks of any skill level, Buttercup Bakes at Home is the perfect addition to any kitchen bookshelf -- with recipes for any occasion -- whether you are entertaining guests or cooking for loved ones. Complete with preparation tips and easy-to-follow instructions, this delightful collection is sure to satisfy dessert fans of all ages. more...

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How many times has this happened to you? You start a new diet with every intention of sticking to it, cutting out all of your favorite foods and eating exactly what the diet tells you to. At first, you’re thrilled to see the numbers on the scale go down, but after a short while, weight loss slows and you hit a plateau. more...

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With the history of the food of the gods to choco-myths and famous chocoholics; choco-horoscopes; choco-games and choco-recipes this is a treat for chocolate lovers. more...

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