The Spice Necklace

Author : Ann Vanderhoof
Publisher : Doubleday Canada
ISBN 13 : 0307374343
Total Pages : 482 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Spice Necklace written by Ann Vanderhoof and published by Doubleday Canada. This book was released on 2010-01-05 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A follow-up to the national bestseller An Embarrassment of Mangoes, Ann Vanderhoof and her husband navigate the Caribbean on a sailboat, discovering local culture in each tiny port, and collecting sumptuous original recipes along the way. Spices and herbs are the heart and soul of Caribbean cooking, adding more to the pleasures of the table here than perhaps anywhere else. In The Spice Necklace, award-winning food and travel writer Ann Vanderhoof embarks on a voyage of culinary discovery, as she follows her nose (and her tastebuds) into tiny kitchens and fragrant markets, through rainforest gardens and to family cookups on the beach, linking each food to its traditions, folklore and history. Meandering from island to island by sailboat, Vanderhoof takes readers along as she gathers nutmeg in Grenada, hunts crabs and freshwater crayfish in the mountains of Dominica, and obsesses about oregano-eating goats in the Dominican Republic. Along the way, she is befriended by a collection of unforgettable island characters who share with her their own delicious recipes, making this truly a book to savour.

Author : Ann Vanderhoof
Publisher : HMH
ISBN 13 : 0547488432
Total Pages : 479 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Spice Necklace written by Ann Vanderhoof and published by HMH. This book was released on 2010-06-23 with total page 479 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of An Embarrassment of Mangoes offers “a mouthwatering slice of Caribbean culture” in this blend of travel memoir and cookbook (New York Post). While sailing around the Caribbean, Ann Vanderhoof and her husband Steve track wild oregano-eating goats in the cactus-covered hills of the Dominican Republic, gather nutmegs on an old estate in Grenada, make searing-hot pepper sauce in a Trinidadian kitchen, cram for a chocolate-tasting test at the University of the West Indies, and sip moonshine straight out of hidden back-country stills. Along the way, they are befriended by a collection of unforgettable island characters: Dwight, the skin-diving fisherman who always brings them something from his catch and critiques their efforts to cook it; Greta, who harvests sea moss on St. Lucia and turns it into potent Island-Viagra; sweet-hand Pat, who dispenses hugs and impromptu dance lessons along with cooking tips in her Port of Spain kitchen. Back in her galley, Ann practices making curry like a Trini, dog sauce like a Martiniquais, and coo-coo like a Carriacouan. And for those who want to take these adventures into their own kitchens, she pulls 71 delicious recipes from the stories she tells, which she places at the end of the relevant chapters. The Spice Necklace is a wonderful escape into a life filled with sunshine (and hurricanes), delicious food, irreplaceable company, and island traditions.

Author : Ann Vanderhoof
Publisher : Anchor Canada
ISBN 13 : 0307375145
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book An Embarrassment of Mangoes written by Ann Vanderhoof and published by Anchor Canada. This book was released on 2011-03-11 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Under the Tuscan Sun meets the wide-open sea . . . An Embarrassment of Mangoes is a delicious chronicle of leaving the type-A lifestyle behind -- and discovering the seductive secrets of life in the Caribbean. Who hasn’t fantasized about chucking the job, saying goodbye to the rat race, and escaping to some exotic destination in search of sun, sand, and a different way of life? Canadians Ann Vanderhoof and her husband, Steve did just that. In the mid 1990s, they were driven, forty-something professionals who were desperate for a break from their deadline-dominated, career-defined lives. So they quit their jobs, rented out their house, moved onto a 42-foot sailboat called Receta (“recipe,” in Spanish), and set sail for the Caribbean on a two-year voyage of culinary and cultural discovery. In lavish detail that will have you packing your swimsuit and dashing for the airport, Vanderhoof describes the sun-drenched landscapes, enchanting characters and mouthwatering tastes that season their new lifestyle. Come along for the ride and be seduced by Caribbean rhythms as she and Steve sip rum with their island neighbors, hike lush rain forests, pull their supper out of the sea, and adapt to life on “island time.” Exchanging business clothes for bare feet, they drop anchor in 16 countries -- 47 individual islands -- where they explore secluded beaches and shop lively local markets. Along the way, Ann records the delectable dishes they encounter -- from cracked conch in the Bahamas to curried lobster in Grenada, from Dominican papaya salsa to classic West Indian rum punch -- and incorporates these enticing recipes into the text so that readers can participate in the adventure. Almost as good as making the journey itself, An Embarrassment of Mangoes is an intimate account that conjures all the irresistible beauty and bounty from the Bahamas to Trinidad -- and just may compel you to make a rash decision that will land you in paradise.

Author : Joanna Gollberg
Publisher : Lark Books (NC)
ISBN 13 : 9781600595981
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chains Chains Chains written by Joanna Gollberg and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While metal chains can be stunningly simple, they offer endless design options with tremendous variations in styles and forms. This book celebrates the chain as an eye-catching piece of jewelry in and of itself that takes the spotlight without any pendants, bangles, or charms.

Author : Nina Simonds
Publisher : Knopf
ISBN 13 : 0385349734
Total Pages : 402 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Spices of Life written by Nina Simonds and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2012-10-23 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this groundbreaking cookbook, Nina Simonds offers us more than 175 luscious recipes, along with practical tips for a sensible lifestyle, that demonstrate that health-giving foods not only provide pleasure but can make a huge difference in our lives. With her emphasis on the tonic properties of a wide variety of foods, herbs, and spices, this book also brings us up to date on the latest scientific research. In every recipe–gathered from cultures around the world in which good eating is a way of life–Simonds gives us dishes that are both irresistible and have a positive effect on one’s well-being. For example: -Cardamom, a key digestive, subtly seasons her Steamed Asparagus with Cardamom Butter. -Cinnamon, which strengthens the heart and alleviates nervous tension, adds spice to her Fragrant Cinnamon Pork with Sweet Potatoes. -Basil has long been used as a healing salve and in teas. So who wouldn’t feel rejuvenated by a delicious bowlful of Sun-Dried Tomato Soup with Fresh Basil? -Peanuts, which fortify the immune system and lower cholesterol, provide a tasty, crunchy accent in Sichuan Kung Pao Chicken. -Mint, which has many healing properties, from taming muscle spasms to dissolving gallstones, can be relished in Minty Snap Peas accompanying Pan-Roasted Salmon or in a Pineapple Salsa served with Jerk Pork Cutlets. -And peaches give us vitamin C, beta carotene, and fiber. So enjoy them in a wonderful Gingery Peach-a-Berry Cobbler. To help us understand what part these health-restoring foods can play in our lives, Simonds peppers Spices of Life with lively interviews with a variety of experts, including Dr. Jim Duke, who offers anti-aging advice from his Herbal Farmacy; Dr. Andrew Weil, who discusses his latest nutritional findings; and Dr. U. K. Krishna, who explains basic Ayurvedic practices for healthy living. And more. With its delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes and concise health information, this delightful book opens up a whole new world of tastes for us to enjoy every day and to share with family and friends.

Author : Peggy Hanchar
Publisher : Fawcett
ISBN 13 : 9780449148655
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Swan Necklace written by Peggy Hanchar and published by Fawcett. This book was released on 1995 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THEY CAME FROM DIFFERENT WORLDS, AND FOUND A LOVE THAT WOULD BECOME A LEGEND.... Standing bound and dirty on the auction block, Swan Necklace, daughter of Red Hawke, chief of the Cree, remained proud and defiant. Struck by her beauty and courage, Scottish fur trader James McLeod vowed to return the captive princess to her people. But as their perilous trek through the Northwest Territory began, desire and destiny became one. Though Swan Necklace was promised to another, she surrendered to ecstasy in the arms of the rugged Scotsman she called White Falcon. His warrior's soul found a home in the land of the Cree, and he challenged his fiercest rival to claim Swan Necklace for his own. Though danger shadowed their lives, their faith in each other was unshakable. Together they triumphed in a love that would not be denied....

Author : Charlotte Betts
Publisher : Hachette UK
ISBN 13 : 0749959290
Total Pages : 414 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Spice Merchant's Wife written by Charlotte Betts and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1666. Newly married to a wealthy spice merchant, Kate Finche believes all her dreams of a happy family life are just around the corner until the Great Fire rages through London. She watches in horror as their livelihood goes up in flames, filling the air with the heady scents of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. As the city is devastated, Kate's husband Robert is forced to seek employment to ensure their survival, but when he is found drowned, Kate refuses to believe that he has taken his own life. Widowed and penniless, she seeks refuge in The House of Perfume, the home of blind perfumer Gabriel Harte, who awakens Kate's senses to a whole new world. But as she flees from this forbidden love, her husband's murderer comes looking for her . . . The Spice Merchant's Wife is a stunning novel, bursting with the colour and flavour of Restoration London - perfect for readers of Phillipa Gregory, Joanne Harris and Patrick Suskind's Perfume.

Author : Gaitri Pagrach-Chandra
Publisher : Pavilion Books
ISBN 13 : 9781862059375
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sugar and Spice written by Gaitri Pagrach-Chandra and published by Pavilion Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A delicious collection of international recipes from the award-winning author of Warm Bread and Honey Cake. This enchanting cookbook offers recipes for the best of the world's sweets, tiny cakes and patisserie, from Indian milk sweets to the nutty filo dainties of the Middle East; from tiny French sponge cakes to Scottish fudge. Alongside over 120 easy-to-follow recipes, the author offers engaging narratives on the history of sweetstales of trade and sea voyages that have enchanted children for centuries. All the sweets and cakes can be eaten in one or two mouthfulsideal for the family, entertaining, or gifts. Sugar and Spice is filled with stories from around the world and it is as much an armchair read as a practical cookbook. With beautiful photography and delectable design it makes the book itself an ideal gift and will be as much a treat as the recipes themselves.

Author : Bina Mehta
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781732891609
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Author : Robert Burgin
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 161069385X
Total Pages : 605 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Going Places written by Robert Burgin and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2013-01-08 with total page 605 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Successfully navigate the rich world of travel narratives and identify fiction and nonfiction read-alikes with this detailed and expertly constructed guide. Just as savvy travelers make use of guidebooks to help navigate the hundreds of countries around the globe, smart librarians need a guidebook that makes sense of the world of travel narratives. Going Places: A Reader's Guide to Travel Narratives meets that demand, helping librarians assist patrons in finding the nonfiction books that most interest them. It will also serve to help users better understand the genre and their own reading interests. The book examines the subgenres of the travel narrative genre in its seven chapters, categorizing and describing approximately 600 titles according to genres and broad reading interests, and identifying hundreds of other fiction and nonfiction titles as read-alikes and related reads by shared key topics. The author has also identified award-winning titles and spotlighted further resources on travel lit, making this work an ideal guide for readers' advisors as well a book general readers will enjoy browsing.