With acerbic wit, irreverent tone, and bountiful hilarious anecdotes, Jay McInerney writes the first wine book that makes sense to all those dazed by the prevailing, dull technical wine writing.
There are hundreds and hundreds of different cocktails, but there are classics such as the Martini, Corpse Reviver, Tom Collins, Negroni and French 75 that have one luscious ingredient in common: gin.
Whether you prefer the simple yet suave whiskey Old Fashioned, or the sweet-sour fusion of a rum Daiquiri, The Little Black Book of Classic Cocktails contains a host of timeless and contemporary favourites, gathered together in a purse-sized collection.
From the classy blush of the Pink Lady to the sassy flush of the Cosmopolitan, the peach-pink perfection of the Bellini to the flashy-trashy confection of the Valentine Martini, Drink Pink is a pocket-sized collection of classic and contemporary cocktails in every shade of pink for every occasion.
Riesling, Chardonnay, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can make magnificent wines but there are also many other excellent wine varieties that for many of us are rarely experienced.
Juices can boost energy levels before exercise, aid fluid and electrolyte replacement during workout, and provide invaluable carbohydrate to maintain stamina.
Everyone enjoys a fancy tipple from time to time, whether partying among friends or taking a moment alone to relax, but sometimes you need more than just a rum & coke.
A New York Times bestseller, science journalist Adam Rogers'sProof is a spirited narrative on the fascinating art and science of alcohol, sure to inspire cocktail party chats on making booze, tasting it, and its effects on our bodies and brains, from "e;one of the best science writers around"e; (National Geographic).
101 cool cocktails for warm-weather fun In the last few years, the mojito has become a staple cocktail at summertime parties and bars across the country.
';An important new book on Chianti Classico: Winners of the Andre Simon 2013 award for their bookThe World of Sicilian Wine, Nesto and Di Savino have produced the investigative, scholarly and detailed book that Chianti Classico has long deserved.