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Chocolate and Zucchini: Daily Adventures in a Parisian Kitchen48 reviews
Clotilde Dusoulier

Broadway, 2007

Charming, fun, and good food, too
"Chocolate & Zucchini" is an entertaining combination of Clotilde Dusoulier's thoughts on food, cooking, and the Parisian lifestyle, and recipes chosen to reflect that lifestyle in a way American audiences can recreate. For my own tastes (so to speak), I could have done with more discussion and fewer recipes, but I certainly cannot complain. For one thing, it sounds like her forthcoming second ... 		  
  







  
  
Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accompaniments54 reviews
David Lebovitz

Ten Speed Press, 2007

Perfect Scoop: Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, and Sweet Accompaniments
If you love to make ice-cream and enjoy all kinds of unique flavors then this book is for you!!! I've made so many different flavors and each turns out like magic!!! Never store bought ice-cream again!!! Love this book! 		  
  







  
  
The Pastry Queen: Royally Good Recipes from the Texas Hill Country's Rather Sweet Bakery & Cafe50 reviews
Rebecca Rather, Alison Oresman

Ten Speed Press, 2004

Yummmmmmm!
Just the recipe of the ALL SOLD OUT CHICKEN POT PIES alone is reason enough to buy this book. They are incredible! The Texas tortilla soup is a favorite. The desserts are extra yummy too. 		  
  







  
  
Mark Wilson's Complete Course in Magic52 reviews
Mark Wilson, Walter Brown Gibson

Running Press Book Publishers, 1991

Complete is the Key Word
This book is huge. No basic magic trick is missed. The text is easy to understand and the illustrations are great. I also enjoyed the added little tips on presentation that hightens the tricks, adding comedy and entertainment. This is definately a must-have for all beginning magicians. At this price, this book is a great value, even for those of us just wanting a few little tricks to amaze ... 		  
  







  
  
The Bread Baker's Apprentice: Mastering the Art of Extraordinary Bread185 reviews
Peter Reinhart

Ten Speed Press, 2001

A classic must have if you want to be a truly great bread baker
First off, that scathing one star review..throw it away. The poster sounds like a person who failed baking school and works in a low quality/mass producing corporate bakery. Now..for a review. This book is a MUST HAVE for anyone who wishes to learn to make great bread. The author explains the process from start to finish with many great tips he learned from years of professional experience. ... 		  
  







  
  
I'm Just Here for the Food: Version 2.079 reviews
Alton Brown

"Stewart, Tabori and Chang", 2006

Amazing Book. Wow!
Alton is truly the most intelligent and research driven food writer. Thanks. Will make you better with food. 		  
  







  
  
Betty Crocker's Cooky Book105 reviews
Betty Crocker Editors, Eric Mulvany

Betty Crocker, 2002

BC Cookie Review
Betty Crocker's Cooky Book is one of my favorite books. I purchased my original copy in 1967 and have used it for YEARS. All the receipes bring back memories of Christmas holiday baking with all the "children" who were a part of our lives for 40 years. Thank you for letting me find another copy of this book. 		  
  







  
  
Tassajara Bread Book49 reviews
Edward Espe Brown

Shambhala, 1974

Don't be afraid of the bread
For years I have been intimidated by bread - previous attempts have been disasterous: I have baked loaves so dense they have their own gravitational field, or a bread-like substance somewhat akin to crackers lies in the bread pan. I had almost given up on it, until a friend handed me this book and said, "Don't be afraid of the bread - try this." The recipies are simple, and the instructions ... 		  
  







  
  
Pocket Chef: Soups (Pocket Chef)206 reviews

Cooks Illustrated, 2005

Perfect Creations Everytime......Almost Foolproof!!
First I will start by saying that I have never followed Cooks Illustrated or understood the belabored recipe-testing involved for this book. I have passed it up many times because the recipes looked too basic, and not gourmet or innovative. Boy, was I wrong! I was lucky to find a copy of this little gem at a discount store at third off the cover price, and it was worth every cent! The detailed ... 		  
  







  
  
The King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion: The All-Purpose Baking Cookbook55 reviews
King Arthur Flour

Countryman Press, 2003

My Baking Bible
I received this book as a gift this past Christmas, and it is by far the most-used cookbook I own. I have a special penchant for baking, but am only still learning (before this cookbook, I'd only ever really baked cookies). I can say, then, that this cookbook is excellent for the learning baker. This is the book I used to learn to bake bread (like their delicious and easy Vermont Maple ... 		  
  







  
  
Stars in Their Courses : The Gettysburg Campaign, June-July 186338 reviews
Shelby Foote

Modern Library, 1994

It's to bad Shelby is gone
It is to bad that Shelby Foote has passed from the scene. His books are riviting and historically accurate. A must read for any student of the civil war and for anyone who wants to know more about the greatest American Battle, Gettysburg. 		  
  







  
  
No Need to Knead: Handmade Italian Breads in 90 Minutes42 reviews
Suzanne Dunaway

Hyperion, 1999

almost too easy
I have just finished eating my first loaf from this book and felt that I needed to clarify some of the existing reviews. I have been baking bread for years and have built quite a collection of bread books in that time (and have made bread using recipes from all of them). This is one that I know I will continue to use. I didn't notice that the author's tone was particularly annoying as has ... 		  
  







  
  
Chocolates and Confections: Formula, Theory, and Technique for the Artisan Confectioner44 reviews
Peter P. Greweling, The Culinary Institute of America (CIA)

Wiley, 2007

Can't Wait to get started on these recipes!
Great Book! If you're looking for the hard to find ingredigents ie Invert Sugar try pastrychef.com. 		  
  







  
  
Jan Karon's Mitford Cookbook and Kitchen Reader: Recipes from Mitford Cooks, Favorite Tales from Mitford ...46 reviews
Jan Karon, Martha McIntosh

Viking Adult, 2004

One of My Favorite Cookbooks
As a dedicated reader of Jan Karon's books, I had to buy Jan Karon's Mitford Cookbook and Kitchen Reader: Recipes from Mitford Cooks, Favorite Tales from Mitford Books (Mitford) as soon as it was available. During a lonely time in my life, I listened to the audio versions of Karon's books. The Mitford community became another one of my communities, and the families of Mitford became part of ... 		  
  







  
  
Rosie's Bakery All-Butter, Fresh Cream, Sugar-Packed, No-Holds-Barred Baking Book42 reviews
Judy Rosenberg

Workman Publishing Company, 1991

We're Not Worthy
Absolutely love this book. I've owned it for years and whenever I need to bring something sweet to some event, this is the book I go to. The Lemon Squares on pages 152/153 are the best I've ever had. Everything in this book is so good and fresh tasting. Nothing is over cooked, or bland or ordinary. I love Peach Crumb Pie and the Very Short Shortbread Cookies. The frosting recipes in the book ... 		  
  







  
  
Initiation into hermetics: A course of instruction of magic theory and practice48 reviews
Franz Bardon

Dieter RuÌggeberg, 1971

I would pay twice the price for this book!
If I had to throw away all my occult books and only keep one, this one would be it. This is the only occult book you will need to develop the mind, body, and soul and start yourself on the path of true magic. The exercises contained herein are soley for that purpose. If only I had bought it sooner. I would have saved so much money and would have advanced so much. This book is a one to be ... 		  
  







  
  
What to Drink with What You Eat: The Definitive Guide to Pairing Food with Wine, Beer, Spirits, Coffee, Tea - ...34 reviews
Andrew Dornenburg, Karen Page

Bulfinch, 2006

Best of breed
I may run out of superlatives in the course of this review, so I'm just warning you now. What to Drink with What You Eat is absolutely the most spectacular book ever written about pairing food with wine. It will turn you instantly into a world-class sommelier, confidently able to pair virtually any cuisine with a compatible choice. What's more, the recommendations extend far beyond wine to ... 		  
  







  
  
Golf in Scotland : A Travel-Planning Guide with Profiles of 60 Great Courses48 reviews
Allan McAllister Ferguson

Wf Enterprises Inc, 2001

Very Impressed
Have played Ireland and am looking forward to playing Scotland. This book seems an excellent guide to courses, how to approach all aspects of a trip. I especially like the amount of coverage given to the not so famous "gems"-that has altered my thinking somewhat in planning a course itinerary. Well written and very user friendly guide. 		  
  







  
  
Genki 1: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese 137 reviews
Eri Banno, Yutaka Ohno, ...

Varsitybooks.Com, 1999

highly recommended
This book came highly recommended by two Japanese tutors who have been living and studying in Japan for years. It is a great starter book and from what I understand, there is a series of books that follow for more advanced studying. A must have for anyone interested in learning Japanese. 		  
  







  
  
Gaia's Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture41 reviews
Toby Hemenway

Chelsea Green, 2001

permaculture in your own yard
This was recommended by someone when I started asking questions about permaculture. I am glad he did! It is a great introduction without being too simplistic. It is showing me how to start small and gradually increase the use of permaculture. I have shown it to friends who are all waiting to borrow it from me! 		  
  







  




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