I Am Drinking Stars

Author : Gerhard Steidl
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Advertising
ISBN : 3865217508

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I Am Drinking Stars! by Gerhard Steidl Pdf

I¿m Drinking Stars tells the luxurious story of champagne over 400 years. Pivoting around one of champagne¿spioneers Dom Pérignon and the brand named after him, the book explores the delectable overlap between history andlegend. In late 17th-century France the modest abbey in the Champagne village of Hautvilliers collected its taxes from farmers in the form of grapes. The Benedictine monk Dom Pérignon was responsible for the production of wine at the abbey, and by refining his techniques over 47 years he anticipated the méthode champenoise and created in his own words, ¿the best wine in the world¿. Through Dom Pérignon¿s wine both the abbey and its region became famous.I¿m Drinking Stars traces Dom Pérignon¿s elaborate history through the 17th, 18th, and 20th centuries: from the monk¿sinitial experiments, to Louis XV¿s hedonistic court at Versailles; from Marilyn Monroe¿s glamorous patronage of thechampagne, to Karl Lagerfeld¿s recent creations for the brand.

Author : Mark Will-Weber
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07-12
Category : History
ISBN : 9781621575474

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Drinking with the Republicans by Mark Will-Weber Pdf

Learn how to drink like a Republican! Organized by president, this fun gift book is full of cocktail recipes, bar tips, and hysterical drinking anecdotes from all Republican White House administrations. Which president liked to mix whiskey, vodka, and orange juice? Who had a trick for hiding the labels of cheap wine? Drinking with the Republicans is the bar guide with a twist that all political buffs will enjoy! (Also check out the companion book, Drinking with the Democrats.)

Author : Michael P. Foley
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2022-03-15
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781684512553

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Drinking with the Saints (Deluxe) by Michael P. Foley Pdf

Raise Your Spirits and Toast the Saints! It's the full-color edition of Drinking with the Saints! Recipe for a liturgically correct cocktail: mix Bartender's Guide and Lives of the Saints, shake well, garnish with good cheer. Drinking with the Saints is a concoction that both sinner and saint will savor. Michael Foley offers the faithful drinker witty and imaginative instruction on the appropriate libations for the seasons, feasts, and saints' days of the Church year. A guide to wine, beer, and spirits, with more than three hundred cocktail recipes Lively full-color sketches of scores of saints, from the popular to the obscure Tips on giving the perfect toast and on mixing the perfect drink Even includes drinks for Lent!

Author : Frances R. Frankenburg MD
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2014-03-28
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781440829321

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Brain-Robbers by Frances R. Frankenburg MD Pdf

A psychiatrist examines how the world's four most important mind-altering substances— alcohol, cocaine, nicotine, and opiates—have played a significant role throughout human history, and explains how these powerful drugs affect the brain and cause addiction. Alcohol, cocaine, nicotine, and opiates have spurred some of the greatest human pleasure and pain across time. Providing information that ranges as widely as from ancient Egypt to modern times, this book comprehensively addresses the good, the bad, and the very ugliest aspects of these substances, examining their history, their effects on the brain and body, and on civilization itself. Frances R. Frankenburg, MD, employs accessible, everyday language to explain the neurology of addiction and describe how these "brain-robbing" substances work to hijack the brain's pleasure systems to create powerful addictions. The author also provides perspective into the intertwined, inescapable, and often uneasy relationship between these substances and human culture, economics, and politics—for example, how individuals become physically or psychologically addicted to alcohol, cocaine, nicotine, and opiates, while governments become financially "addicted" to the revenue, such as taxes, that can be collected from the sale and use of these substances.

Author : Joyce Rupp
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2015-02-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608330713

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Cosmic Dance by Joyce Rupp Pdf

Author : Dinah Corley
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2011-11
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781558324350

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Gourmet Gifts by Dinah Corley Pdf

100 Delicious Recipes for Every Occasion to Make Yourself and Wrap with Style - in full color

Author : Michael P. Foley
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-12-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781466886735

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Why Do Catholics Eat Fish on Friday? by Michael P. Foley Pdf

Did you know that the origins of Groundhog Day stem from a Catholic tradition? Or that the common pretzel was once a Lenten reward for the pious? Why Do Catholics Eat Fish on Friday is a fascinating guide to the roots of all-things-Catholic. This smart and concise guide will introduce readers to the hidden heritage in many commonplace things that make up contemporary life. The reader-friendly format and the illuminating entries will make this guide a perfect gift for Catholics and anyone who loves a bit of historic trivia. Table of Contents - Foreword * Time * Manners & Dining Etiquette * Food * Drink * Music & Theater * Sports & Games * Holidays & Festivities * Flowers & Plants * Insects, Animals, & More * American Places * International, National, & State Symbols * Clothes & Other Sundry Inventions * Education & Superstition * Art & Science * Law & Architecture * Epilogue: Words, Words, Words--Catholic, Anti-Catholic, and Post-Catholic

Author : Jackson Meyer
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2014-11-07
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781440584589

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The Book of Wine by Jackson Meyer Pdf

A full-bodied exploration of wine! The lush, earthy taste of Malbec. The rich, spicy scent of Shiraz. The crisp, refreshing bubbles in Prosecco. What's the secret to pouring the perfect glass of wine? The Book of Wine opens the door to the delightfully complex world of wine. Each page encourages you to expand your knowledge as you explore different varieties and further develop your palate. From food pairings to serving techniques, this guide covers all of the essentials, including how to: Choose wines for any occasion Identify the nuances of varieties by taste, smell, and region Order and serve wine like an expert Create a personalized wine cellar Complete with information on up-and-coming winery regions, The Book of Wine will turn you into a true wine connoisseur--one robust sip at a time.

Author : Richard Vine
Publisher : TarcherPerigee
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Wine
ISBN : 9780399537639

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The Curious World of Wine by Richard Vine Pdf

Presents facts and trivia about the history of wine and winemaking, featuring details on the world's famous wine regions, profiles of notable wine makers and critics, and anecdotes on wine culture.

Author : Paul Lukacs
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-21
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780393239645

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Inventing Wine: A New History of One of the World's Most Ancient Pleasures by Paul Lukacs Pdf

"Meticulously researched history…look[s] at how wine and Western civilization grew up together." —Dave McIntyre, Washington Post Because science and technology have opened new avenues for vintners, our taste in wine has grown ever more diverse. Wine is now the subject of careful chemistry and global demand. Paul Lukacs recounts the journey of wine through history—how wine acquired its social cachet, how vintners discovered the twin importance of place and grape, and how a basic need evolved into a realm of choice.

Author : Gérard Liger-Belair
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-02
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780691158723

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Uncorked by Gérard Liger-Belair Pdf

Uncorked quenches our curiosity about the inner workings of one of the world's most prized beverages. Esteemed for its freshness, vitality, and sensuality, champagne is a wine of great complexity. Mysteries aplenty gush forth with the popping of that cork. Just what is that fizz? Can you judge champagne quality by how big the bubbles are, how long they last, or how they behave before they fade? And why does serving champagne in a long-stemmed flute prolong its chill and effervescence? Through lively prose and a wealth of state-of-the-art photos, this revised edition of Uncorked unlocks the door to what champagne is all about. Providing an unprecedented close-up view of the beauty in the bubbles, Gérard Liger-Belair presents images that look surprisingly like lovely flowers, geometric patterns, even galaxies as the bubbles rise through the glass and burst forth on the surface. He illustrates how bubbles form not on the glass itself but are "born" out of debris stuck on the glass wall, how they rise, and how they pop. Offering a colorful history of champagne, Liger-Belair tells us how it is made and he asks if global warming could spell champagne's demise. In a brand-new afterword, he updates the reader on new developments in the world of bubble science and delves even more deeply into the processes that give champagne its unique and beautiful character. Bubbly may tickle the nose, but Uncorked tackles what the nose and the naked eye cannot--the spectacular science that gives champagne its charm and champagne drinkers immeasurable pleasure.

Author : FOLORUNSHO MEJABI
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781329685321

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NUTRITION AND HEALTH: A DISTINCTION WITHOUT DIFFERENCE by FOLORUNSHO MEJABI Pdf

Author : Richard Gordon
Publisher : House of Stratus
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780755147083

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Great Medical Disasters by Richard Gordon Pdf

Man's activities have been tainted by disaster ever since the serpent first approached Eve in the garden. And the world of medicine is no exception. In this outrageous and strangely informative book, Richard Gordon explores some of history's more bizarre medical disasters.

Author : Joseph Roccasalvo
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2010-07-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781441556851

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Fire In A Windless Place by Joseph Roccasalvo Pdf

Dr. David McCauley, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical, revisits Thailand to study Buddhist forms of meditation in which all inflammatory mental conflicts cease. While in Bangkok, he meets again his former lover Maia, the beguiling Eurasian choreographer; his rival for her affection, the wealthy Giles Corbett; his estranged monastic son, Alex. Complicating the scene are David's visiting fiancee, Helena; Stefano, a Jesuit slum priest and doctor; Maia's ex-lover, Andrew. The Thai scenario is gorgeous, the characters richly complex and just as dubious. Like the sultry climate, they are all - in varying degrees- "in heat". Stefano alone knows how to pull in his fires and be (literally) cool. His is the one-pointed flame that burns in the absence of wind.For more information, please visit www.FIREINAWINDLESSPLACE.com

Author : Ed McCarthy
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1999-11-02
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780764552168

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Champagne For Dummies by Ed McCarthy Pdf

Champagne may be the most misunderstood category of wine in the world. The major reason for all the confusion is the use of the term “Champagne” appearing on labels of sparkling wines that come from places other than the province of Champagne in northeastern France. But true champagne can only be born in an environment that combines the essential elements of chalky soil, a cool climate, and the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grape varieties. These are the crucial elements informing the unique flavor profile found only in wines from that corner of the world. Without them, any wine—even a very good one—calling itself champagne, is just an imposter. Baffled by bubbly? Let wine expert Ed McCarthy clear away the confusion. If you find shopping for champagne a challenge, try this fun, friendly guide and discover just how easy it is to select the perfect bottle and: Appreciate various champagne styles Enjoy the author’s favorite champagnes Store and serve champagne Pair champagne with food Evaluate sparkling wines from the US and other countries What’s the difference between brut and extra dry? Is Vintage Champagne worth the extra money? You’ll get the answers to these and all your questions about that effervescent wonder. And in the process you’ll discover: How champagne is made, what grape varieties are used, where the major grape-growing areas are, and how those tiny bubbles get into champagne The difference between vintage and non-vintage champagne and champagne specialties, such as blancs and rosé Champagnes The meanings of terms used to describe the dryness/sweetness levels of champagne, such as brut, extra-dry and semi-sec All about the great champagne houses, including in-depth coverage of the author’s 25 favorites Everything you need to know about buying and storing champagne The best ways to serve champagne, including the best glasses, the best foods to eat with it and more Like most good things in life, the better you understand champagne, the more you enjoy it. This friendly guide will help you make your enjoyment of the most glamorous beverage on the planet complete.