Complete Idiot S Guide To Wine

Author : Thomas Pellechia
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1592578187

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Starting and Running a Winery by Thomas Pellechia Pdf

Making the dream a realityÂ… For many people, owning and running a winery is a dream job. According to Wine Business Monthly, the number of wineries in the U.S. has jumped 26% in less than three years. To carry out this dream, one must understand that wine making involves both science and art. Starting a winery is just like starting any other business and requires planning and a deep understanding of the industry. In The Complete IdiotÂ's Guide® to Starting and Running a Winery, readers will learn: •How to put together a business plan •Different varieties of grapes and wines •How to lay out a floor plan and what equipment is needed •How to promote wines

Author : Philip Seldon
Publisher : Alpha
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Wine and wine making
ISBN : 0028612736

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Wine by Philip Seldon Pdf

A down to earth guide to evaluating wines, and reading and understanding wine labels. Tips are given on opening and storing wine and pairing wine and food.

Author : Tara Q. Thomas
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 577 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2008-09-24
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781101022078

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Wine Basics, 2nd Edition by Tara Q. Thomas Pdf

From grape lover to grape aficionado The possibilities of learning about and buying wine have expanded and so has The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Wine Basics with a new edition. Here, readers can get their hands on new information such as ordering hard-tofind wine online, discussing the newest and most popular labels and vintages, and understanding the biggest trend in wine today—environmentally conscious wines and winemaking. Readers will find: • Essentials about the winemaking process, key terms, tips for tasting, and buying advice • Organic, biodynamic and natural winemaking • Winemaking in states other than California, Oregon, and Washington • Regions gaining popularity, such as South Africa, Eastern Europe, and Portugal

Author : Tara Q. Thomas
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Wine and wine making
ISBN : 1101021667

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Wine Basics by Tara Q. Thomas Pdf

Author : Jaclyn Stuart,Jeanette Hurt
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2010-06-01
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781101197967

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Wine and Food Pairing by Jaclyn Stuart,Jeanette Hurt Pdf

A delectable guide that's in good taste The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Wine & Food Pairing will help readers find the perfect pairings beyond the truism of red going with red and white going with white, noting the similarities and differences in intensity, acidity, and sweetness of the wines in relation to the tastes of the cuisine. • Includes a glossary, a master pairings list for more than 100 foods and wines, wine menus for special dinners, and wine and food resources • Breaks down white, red, sparkling, and dessert wines into flavor profiles for pairing • Matches wines with international cuisine

Author : Macmillan General Reference Staff,Macmillan Publishing,MacMillan General Reference
Publisher : MacMillan Publishing Company
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1998-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 002865160X

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Complete Idiot's Guide to Wine by Macmillan General Reference Staff,Macmillan Publishing,MacMillan General Reference Pdf

Author : Tara Q. Thomas
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 1592574017

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The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Wine by Tara Q. Thomas Pdf

With separate chapters for the most popular whites and reds and special advice on bubbly wines, dessert wines, and more, Tara Q. Thomas The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Wineoffers readers a perfect quick reference book for pocket or purse. Most importantly, Thomas brings her fresh, approachable tone to this book - making beginners feel welcome with straight, unsnobbish talk about wine. The basics of labels and to do a 'tasting' Advice on navigating a restaurant wine list Chapters with recommended wines, bargains, price ranges, and more for chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling, pinot grigio, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, pinot noir, and syrah. Tips on choosing the right glasses for tasting

Author : Tad Gage
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0028619757

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cigars by Tad Gage Pdf

Provides information on choosing and smoking cigars, covering such topics as the best cigar size to smoke, how to choose quality cigars at a good price, and the preparation and distribution of cigars worldwide.

Author : Jeanette Hurt
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-02
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781615643769

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Dehydrating Foods by Jeanette Hurt Pdf

Save money and preserve your harvest with more than 80 delicious recipes! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Dehydrating Foods is a comprehensive introduction to the process of food dehydrating. Today, people are using home dehydrators for drying and preserving all types of foods, and at a fraction of the cost were they to buy commercially-dried foods. The authors take you through the dehydrating process, step by step, and show you how create a huge variety of dried foods, while maximizing your yield and savings. Here's what you'll find inside: 80 simple and delicious recipes for fruits, vegetables, herbs and blends, meats and jerkies, dairy, crackers, grains and granola, fruit leathers, vegetable and fruit powders, dried soups and snacks, as well as desserts and healthier pet treats that your pet will absolutely love Practical guidance on buying the right dehydrator, setting up your dehydrating kitchen, purchasing essential tools and supplies, food safety and storage, and how to troubleshoot common issues Clear instructions for techniques to help make your dehydrated foods come out perfectly every time including slicing, peeling, prep work, pretreating, and rehydrating, plus tips for room drying and sun drying your foods Fun ideas for making special gifts with your dehydrated foods, plus tips for making gifts with dried flowers, creating potpourri, and more

Author : Jeanette Hurt,Jeff King
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-07
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781101572245

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Sausage Making by Jeanette Hurt,Jeff King Pdf

Features sixty-five recipes for all meats including game and seafood. Also includes delicious recipes for vegetarian sausages and home-made condiments.

Author : Oz Clarke
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 0156030233

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Oz Clarke's Introducing Wine by Oz Clarke Pdf

An introduction to the world of wine by the acclaimed wine writer covers the basics of grapes, regions, and vintages, and ends his tour on the wine rack with valuable advice on how to choose the best bottle.

Author : Tod Dimmick
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 1592572693

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cooking--for Guys by Tod Dimmick Pdf

In The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cooking for Guys, chef and author Tod Dimmick brings a guy's perspective to dozens of recipes from Sloppy Joe's, Chili, Nachos, and Wings to Beer Can Chicken, Skillet Ham and Eggs, Crock Pot Kielbasa, and Garfield's Lasagne. Whether it's for a large crowd ("Firehouse Cooking"), the kids ("Recipes Even Kids Will Eat"), date night ("Food for Love"), or Appetizers ("Food for the Big Game"), men of all ages will find something to love in this unique, "guy's only" cookbook. Complete with chapters on vegetables, pasta, desserts, leftovers, nice dinners, picnics, grilling, entertaining, and Mexican food, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cooking for Guysalso features chapters and recipes to go with specific appliances including the oven, stovetop, broiler, and slow cooker. It also covers basic cooking terms and methods as well as spices, rubs, and secret sauces.

Author : Jeanette Hurt,Steve Ehlers
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2008-04-01
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781440636189

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cheeses of the World by Jeanette Hurt,Steve Ehlers Pdf

Any way you cut it, cheese has global appeal. Cheese is one of the most varied and flavorful foods in the world. Its unique appeal lies in its range of textures, aromas, flavors, means of production, and milk sources. With this guide, readers will discover everything they need to know about European and American cheeses, including the growth of artisan cheeses, how to shop for cheese, combining cheese with food and drink, cooking cheese, and making cheese. • Over the past two decades, the quality, availability and popularity of artisan cheeses has grown • Cheese consumption has increased from 11.3 to 31.2 pounds per person over the last 30 years • 1 to 3 of the supermarkets offer full-service cheese counters with up to 300 varieties

Author : Thomas Pellechia
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2008-11-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781440653483

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Starting and Running a Winery by Thomas Pellechia Pdf

Making the dream a reality… For many people, owning and running a winery is a dream job. According to Wine Business Monthly, the number of wineries in the U.S. has jumped 26% in less than three years. To carry out this dream, one must understand that wine making involves both science and art. Starting a winery is just like starting any other business and requires planning and a deep understanding of the industry. In The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Starting and Running a Winery, readers will learn: •How to put together a business plan •Different varieties of grapes and wines •How to lay out a floor plan and what equipment is needed •How to promote wines

Author : Ellen Brown
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 1592576990

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cooking Substitutions by Ellen Brown Pdf

No matter how well-stocked you keep your kitchen, there is bound to come a time when you're missing an essential ingredient while making a meal. Or perhaps you're reading your great-grandmother's recipe for your favourite pastry, but don't understand how those cryptic terms convert to today's measurements. Maybe you're making changes in your diet and need suggestions on substitutions for fats, meats, sugars...whatever. No matter what your kitchen question may be, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cooking Substitutionshas the answer! Whether you're an experienced chef or just learning the basics of cooking, this handy little book is a must-have for every kitchen.