Saturday, December 5, 2009

John Barleycorn or Mon Docteur le Vin

John Barleycorn

Author: Jack London

It all came to me one election day. It was on a warm California afternoon and I had ridden down into the Valley of the Moon from the ranch to the little village to vote Yes and No to a host of proposed amendments to the Constitution of the State of California.

Upton Sinclair

Assuredly one of the most useful, as well as one of the most entertaining books ever penned by a man.



See also: Open to the Public or Bartending

Mon Docteur le Vin (My Doctor, Wine)

Author: Gaston Derys

Raoul Dufy's joyful watercolors and Gaston Derys' witty prose come together in this charming volume to extol the many joys and benefits of wine. First published in French in 1936, the book reflects the exuberance and élan of an earlier day, when a glass of wine was a frequent medicinal and therapeutic remedy.



Friday, December 4, 2009

Happy Days Healthy Living or Blend Me Shake Me

Happy Days Healthy Living

Author: Cathy Silvers

Both a celebrity autobiography and the tale of a journey to healthful and a living-foods lifestyle, Happy Days Healthy Living chronicles the Hollywood childhood and acting career of Cathy Silvers, daughter of iconic comedian Phil Silvers. The first half of the book's title references Cathy's years as a cast member of the popular TV series Happy Days, on which she played the character of Jenny Piccolo. The story of her auditions and capture of the coveted role provides a fascinating backstage glimpse inside the television industry and one of the most popular series of all time.

The second part of this story is Cathy's adult journey from "fast-food mom" to spokesperson for healthy living on a new "web vision" network, The Healthy Living Network. In addition to her own experience learning about juicing, vegetarianism, organic food, non-toxic products, and other elements of a healthy diet and life, the author brings in voices from the world of health, nutrition, and alternative medicine to lend their expertise—these include leaders in the living-foods movement such as Dr. Gabriel Cousens, David Wolfe, and Victoria Boutenko, along with professionals well-versed in alternative medicinal approaches. Cathy Silvers successfully healed a breast condition with Chinese medicine when her doctor wanted to perform a double mastectomy. This and other experiences with alternative medicine led her to include healing along with diet in her discussion of healthy choices. One of the more moving themes of the book is the author's touching relationship with her famous and largely absent father, the late Phil Silvers, who inspired her as an actress andentrepreneur but also left her to grapple with the issue of who he really was. Short passages by Erin Moran, Marion Ross, and Henry Winkler of Happy Days highlight the book, along with a preface by the show's producer, Garry Marshall, and an introduction by its star, Ron Howard. A good read with plenty of salient information about Hollywood and healthy living.



Interesting textbook: Children of Global Migration or Dred Scott and the Politics of Slavery

Blend Me, Shake Me: 101 Hip New Cocktails

Author: Alex Kammerling

A stylish guide to 101 new cocktails (and a few classics).

Glamorous and delicious, cocktails have rarely been more popular, and this trendy guide is brimming with hip new concoctions. Celebrate with a Rosso Royale or a Persian Prince; cool off with Two Inches of Cucumber or a Bourbon Beach Iced Tea; warm up with a Scottish Sweetheart; or just enjoy the pleasures of a booze-free beverage, like the Party Pooper. All the drinks are easy to make, most ingredients are available in the supermarket, and you won't need exotic liqueurs or professional equipment to make them. Apart from a few classics, all the drinks are newly invented--some created to sip at parties or holidays, others to bottle up and take camping. There are drinks to take the chill off, drinks to chill you out, and if you're the designated driver, there's an entire chapter just for you.



Thursday, December 3, 2009

Great Entertainer Cookbook or The Lindlahr Vegetarian Cook Book and ABC of Natural Dietetics

Great Entertainer Cookbook: Recipes from the Buffalo Bill Historical Center

Author: R Rinehart

An all-new edition of the popular regional cookbook, The Great Entertainer features 500 recipes in fourteen sections, from hors d'oeurves to desserts. It will not only round out any cook's library of American regional cookbooks, but will also be a valuable keepsake from one of the country's finest museums.



Book review: Microeconomics or Problems in Contract Law

The Lindlahr Vegetarian Cook Book and ABC of Natural Dietetics

Author: Kessinger

The purpose of this cookbook is to serve as a bridge from the customary meat diet to rational vegetarianism and to more radical changes in dietetic habits. Contents: Key to Our System of Recipe Marking; Uncooked Food versus Cooked Food; Medicinal Vegetables and Recipes; Popular Superstitions; Rules for Measuring; and a variety of Recipes.



Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Vinifera or Everything No Trans Fat Cookbook

Vinifera: The World's Great Wine Grapes and Their Stories

Author: Ghigo Press

Boxed set of 40 varietal wine grape reference cards. Photographs as well as history, interesting lore and wine and food pairings. 2nd. edition. Shrinkwrapped boxed set.



Interesting book: Elmos 12 Days of Christmas or Love You Forever

Everything No Trans Fat Cookbook: From Store Shelves to Your Kitchen Table--Healthy Meals Your Family Will Love

Author: Linda Larsen

There is a nationwide call to cut trans fat from your daily diet. Trans fat raises LDL (lipoprotein, or "bad cholesterol") levels in your body. By lowering your trans fat intake, you decrease the chance of coronary heart disease-the leading cause of death in the United States. Now you can ensure your family's health by preparing trans fat-free meals at home. This informative cookbook arms you with the facts on trans fat and gives you the knowledge you need to read nutrition labels and shop for healthy ingredients.

Authored by an experienced chef and nutritionist, The Everything[Registered] No Trans Fat Cookbook is filled with 300 delicious trans fat-free recipes for, believe it or not, flavor-filled favorites like: Crisp and Healthy Fried Chicken, Tex-Mex Popcorn, Herbed Potato Chips, Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts, ... and even more recipes for dishes like: Soups, sides, salads, sandwiches, and other lunch ideas, Yeast breads, sweet breads, and coffee cakes, Chicken, turkey, beef, and pork entrees, like Kung Pao Pork and Meatball Pizza, Healthy seafood and pasta dishes, such as Salmon Rice Loaves, To-die-for desserts, including Peanut Butter Crunch Cake and Caramel Gingerbread. The Everything[Registered] No Trans Fat Cookbook helps you and your loved ones eat healthier-without sacrificing flavor!