Food and Wine : American

In this one-of-a-kind Christmas cookbook, Saint Nicholas himself invites readers to pull up their chairs to his dining table at the North Pole and enjoy a bounty of his most cherished holiday recipes. Featuring classic American holiday dishes as well as mouthwatering Christmas fare from all over the world-Santa's favorite finds from his extensive travels-Santa's North Pole Cookbook offers an abundance of holiday meals that are as delicious as they are rich in Christmas tradition. With more than seventy classic Christmas recipes from German Christmas Goose with Cabbage and Potato Dumplings and Santa's Favorite Rosemary Turkey to Christopsomo (the traditional Greek holiday bread that children decorate with dough designs before baking) and English Christmas Plum Pudding, Santa's North Pole Cookbook is a must-have for anyone who delights in preparing delectable, yet easy-to-make holiday food for their family. Santa also tells the fascinating lore of the celebration of the winter solstice and the festivities of Christmas, sharing with readers the wonderful stories about how and where he personally encountered these toothsome delicacies in his yuletide travels. Full of appetizers, side dishes, main courses, beverages-and, of course, desserts!-Santa's North Pole Cookbook guides readers in creating special holiday meals for their loved ones at Christmastime. more...

Price: $19.95

Carnivorism 101: A Pop Quiz On average, Americans eat how many pounds of beef per person per year? 65 51 84 30 The origin of foie gras dates back to: China, 550 BC France, 1780 Egypt, 2500 BC Israel, 1940s The following meat is NOT approved for retail sale in the United States, even with USDA inspection: Armadillo Kangaroo Iguana Island Fox From 1998-2003, PETA killed how many animals Zero—PETA would never do such a thing Between 10-100 More than 10,000 More than 25,000 The US Testical Festival is held every year in: San Francisco, CA Missoula, MT Lafayette, LA Laredo, TX Which is the correct match between country and traditional meaty delicacy? Roasted peacock, Zambia Dried pig tendons, Tuva Republic Roasted guinea pig, Ecuador Broiled whale skins, New Zealand Hamburger patties and chicken nuggets cloned and cultured in a laboratory will likely be available for mass consumption in the next 25 years. more...

Price: $17.95

Wherever you are, summer is a time to savor longer days and lazy weekends. Fresh produce abounds, and life moves at a more relaxed pace. Anna Pump, proprietor of the iconic Loaves & Fishes store on Long Island, has catered to a devoted clientele of Hamptons weekenders for more than twenty-five years and understands summer's rhythms. She knows that while you may want to enjoy a picnic on the beach or a late supper on the porch, you don't want to spend the entire day in the kitchen, painstakingly preparing elaborate dishes. In Summer on a Plate she shares more than 120 recipes for delicious, no-fuss, memorable meals that celebrate the bounty of summer. more...

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Every fourth Thursday of November, Americans open their homes to friends and families. But when was the last time most of us made dinner for such a big crowd? With Thanksgiving 101 by your side, preparing for the holiday will be a pleasure. With step-by-step instructions for classic Thanksgiving dishes, as well as new twists on old favorites, this book will become gravy-stained in its first outing. Whether you're looking for new ways to cook turkey; traditional trimmings, chutneys, or chowders; a vegetarian entrée; or fresh ideas for regional classics, including Cajun-or Italian-inspired tastes, Thanksgiving 101 serves up a delicious education for novice and experienced cooks alike. And cooks will turn to these dishes all year long whenever they are throwing a big party. With foolproof recipes, detailed menu timetables, and down-to-earth advice, Thanksgiving 101 is the holiday cook's best friend. more...

Price: $12.95

A tasty tour of food and history, from the pilgrims to the present. The U.S. History Cookbook is a scrumptious survey of periods and places in U.S. history, served up with a mixture of fun facts, food timelines, and kid-friendly recipes. From the flavors of the first Thanksgiving to the taste of those great tortillas at the Alamo, and from the Baby Ruth Bars of the Roaring Twenties to the groovy granola of the 1960s, kids ages 8-12 will have a great time learning about the past while they cook up easy and yummy recipes like Golden Harvest Pumpkin Bread, Buckwheat Banana Griddle Cakes, and Coast-to-Coast Apple Pie. Each recipe is kid-tested and can be made with easy-to-find ingredients and standard kitchen equipment. more...

Price: $14.95