Sweet Myrtle and Bitter Honey

Sweet Myrtle and Bitter Honey
Author: Efisio Farris
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Cookery
ISBN: 9780847829927

Chef Farris promotes Mediterranean cooking at its purest with this collection of more than 100 recipes that make liberal use of olive oil, fish, and fresh vegetables, as well as indigenous ingredients that are becoming hot trends in America such as percorino, flatbread, fava beans, fregula, and bottarga. More than 150 breathtaking images provide a sense of Sardinias magical beauty and culture.

Hunt, Gather, Cook

Hunt, Gather, Cook
Author: Hank Shaw
Publisher: Rodale Books
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2012-10-02
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1609618904

From field, forest, and stream to table, this is an indispensable introduction to the pleasures of foraging, fishing, and hunting, with more than 50 recipes for making the most of the fruits of a day spent gathering food in the wild. “Hunt, Gather, Cook is a fabulous resource for anyone who wants to take more control over the food they eat and have more fun doing so.”—Michael Ruhlman, author of Ratio: The Simple Codes Behind the Craft of Everyday Cooking If there is a frontier beyond organic, local, and seasonal, beyond farmers’ markets and grass-fed meat, it’s hunting, fishing, and foraging your own food. A lifelong angler and forager who became a hunter late in life, Hank Shaw is dedicated to finding a place on the table for the myriad overlooked and underutilized wild foods that are there for the taking—if you know how to find them. In Hunt, Gather, Cook, he shares his experiences both in the field and in the kitchen, as well as his extensive knowledge of North America's edible flora and fauna. Hank provides a user-friendly, food-oriented introduction to tracking down and cooking everything from prickly pears and grouper to snowshoe hares and wild boar. With beautiful photography, information on curing meats, and a helpful resource section, Hunt, Gather, Cook is a thoughtful, actionable guide to incorporating wild food into your diet.

Cucina Del Paradiso

Cucina Del Paradiso
Author: Tino Rozzo
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2009-09-08
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1441576746

Food and Drink: In this chapter I discuss the cultural attributes of Italy and Sardinia. Since cuisine contributes to a culture, along with its method and style. Nulvi, Sassari: The history, society, and culture of Nulvi Sassari is discussed. And the Candlieri. The parade of the candlestick, for the faithful, is not only ornamental; it is an ornament of religious rituals more closely focused on the country's patroness, the Blessed Virgin Assumption. After the tour of the country, in fact they are placed inside the church with a clear order: the first farmers to enter into a church and settle the candlestick in the center. Artisans occupy a place on the right of the Madonna and the shepherds - who have the honor to open the fashion show - are to the left. They are the crown of the Virgin catafalque, sleeper, which is placed in the center. Each year, the Madonna is clothed and adorned by a small circle of women who have the privilege to perform this rite behind closed doors. Then begin the vespers and enter the Angel in the church with the apostles, men of the choir of Santa Croce in particular clothing, a sign of Spanish domination that intoning "Ave Maris Stella" accompanying simiulacre dell'Assunta that is placed on the bed. Nuragi: The largest island civilization was that of the ancient Nuraghi (Nuraghic Civilization), which evolved from the bronze age to iron age. This was from 1800 BC to the Roman conquest in 111 BC. For convenience of study, The Nuragic age is divided into three periods, each characterized by a particular type of Nuraghi and an important historical event. The Sardinian Kitchen: Sardinian cuisine is the representative of the territory in which Sardinians reside, to its origins. Like the land, the Sardinian cuisine is pure, simple, and flavorful. The morphological characteristics of the climate and encourage the development of a cuisine of flavors and ingredients. I decided to express the authenticity. Sardinia has succeeded over the centuries, to maintain their characteristics agro-nutrition. Sardinian food is organic and healthy. Their lifestyle may allow some people to live over 100 years of age. History of the Sardinian Kitchen: The pastoral tradition, strong in all regions, giving rise to a surprising variety of local products, born not only by the presence of raw materials linked to itself, but also by the need to live, for medium-long time without having the possibility of preparing complex foods. Sardinian cooking is very simple. Sardinian Cheeses: Sardinia has always been considered a symbol of pastoral civilization, and the goat and sheep rearing is the most important economic activity. Among the most valuable find pecorino sardo cheese DOC (Denominazione Di Origin Protetta=Denomination of Origin Protection) produced exclusively in Sardinia. Sweets: Deserts like Pabasinas, Panexxeddu, Flan, Bones of the Dead, (Osso di Mortu.) Seafood: Burrida, Crabs , Casola E Peschia, Scabbeciu. Poultry and Meat: Varied with Roasts, Barbecue, Porcheddu. Pasta: Malloreddus, Lorigtthas, Sardinian Lasagna, Pillas. Rice: Varied traditional rice recipes never covered in any cookbook.. Bread: Extenseive chapter on Breads, like Pan Carasau, Spianata, Mazzamurru. Eggs and Vegetables: Sardinian omelets and Vegetarian dishes. An Magic Happens: My personal Story of Sardinia , my visit, and some of its people.

Bitter Honey

Bitter Honey
Author: Letitia Clark
Publisher: Hardie Grant Publishing
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2020-04-30
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1784882941

Guild of Food Writer’s Awards, Highly Commended in ‘First Book’ category (2021) In Bitter Honey, seasoned chef Letitia Clark invites us into her home on one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean Sea – Sardinia. The recipes in this book do not take long to make, but you can taste the ethos behind every one of them – one which invites you to slow down, and nourish yourself with fresh food, friends and family. The importance of eating well is even more pronounced here on this forgotten island. Try your hand at Roasted Aubergines with Honey, Mint, Garlic and Salted honey, or a Salad of Pecorino with Walnuts and Honey, followed by Malloreddus (the shell-shaped pasta from the region) with Sausage and Tomato. Each recipe and the story behind it will transport you to the glittering, turquoise waters and laid-back lifestyle of this Italian paradise. With beautiful design, photography, full colour illustrations and joyful anecdotes throughout, Bitter Honey is a holiday, a cookbook and a window onto a covetable lifestyle in the sun – all rolled into one.

Who Decides?

Who Decides?
Author: Nina Namaste
Publisher: BRILL
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2018-03-12
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9004365249

How is the meaning of food created, communicated, and continually transformed? How are food practices defined, shaped, delineated, constructed, modified, resisted, and reinvented – by whom and for whom? These are but a few of the questions Who Decides? Competing Narratives in Constructing Tastes, Consumption and Choice explores. Part I (Taste, Authenticity & Identity) explicitly centres on the connection between food and identity construction. Part II (Food Discourses) focuses on how food-related language shapes perceptions that in turn construct particular behaviours that in turn demonstrate underlying value systems. Thus, as a collection, this volume explores how tastes are shaped, formed, delineated and acted upon by normalising socio-cultural processes, and, in some instances, how those very processes are actively resisted and renegotiated. Contributors are Shamsul AB, Elyse Bouvier, Giovanna Costantini, Filip Degreef, Lis Furlani Blanco, Maria Clara de Moraes Prata Gaspar, Marta Nadales Ruiz, Nina Namaste, Eric Olmedo, Hannah Petertil, Maria José Pires, Lisa Schubert, Brigitte Sébastia, Keiko Tanaka, Preetha Thomas, Andrea Wenzel, Ariel Weygandt, Andrea Whittaker and Minette Yao.

Food Culture in the Mediterranean

Food Culture in the Mediterranean
Author: Carol Helstosky
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2009-03-20
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0313346275

Food that originated from the Mediterranean area is incredibly popular. Pasta, pizza, gyros, kebab, and falafel can be found just about everywhere. Many people throughout the world have a good idea of what Mediterranean cuisine and diet are all about, but they know less about the entire food culture of the region. This one-stop source provides the broadest possible understanding of food culture throughout the region, giving a variety of examples and evidence from the southern Mediterranean or North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt), the Western Mediterranean or European side of the Mediterranean (Spain, France, Italy, and the French and Italian islands), to the eastern Mediterranean or Levant (Greece, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, and Israel). The Mediterranean region region is home to three of the world's major religions, and for centuries, the Mediterranean Sea has been an invitation to trade, travel, conquest, and immigration. Where different cultures, beliefs, and traditions mix there is always volatility and tension, but there is also great energy. Understanding the food culture in the Mediterranean is one way readers can see how people of different regions come together, share ideas and information to create new dishes, meals, traditions, and forms of sociability. This volume answers questions such as Do people in the Mediterranean still eat the Mediterranean Diet or do they eat American style? Why is it that the same ingredients can be prepared in so many different ways, even in the same country? Why would cooks take the time to make foods like zucchini, lentils, or figs into dozens of different dishes? How and why do religious rituals differ regarding food preparation? What do Jews, Muslims, and Christians eat on religious holidays? Do people eat out or eat at home? Why is hospitality so important to Mediterranean people and what do they do to demonstrate hospitality and good will through the preparation and serving of meals?

Lonely Planet Sardinia

Lonely Planet Sardinia
Author: Lonely Planet
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Total Pages: 487
Release: 2018-01-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1787012379

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Sardinia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get pleasantly lost in Sardinia's wild Barbagia and Ogliastra provinces, kayak through the sea grottoes of Golfo di Orosei, or boulder-hop at Gola Su Gorropu - Europe's Grand Canyon; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Sardinia and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Sardinia Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, customs, art, music, literature, politics, cuisine, wine Over 34 maps Covers Cagliari, the Sarrabus, Iglesias, Oristano, Alghero, Olbia, the Costa Smeralda, the Gallura, Nuoro, Orgosolo, Tiscali, Golfo di Orosei, Gola Su Gorropu, Grotta di Nettuno, Bosa, and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Sardinia, our most comprehensive guide to Sardinia, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Santé

Santé
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 862
Release: 2008
Genre: Alcohol
ISBN:

Fodor's Texas

Fodor's Texas
Author:
Publisher: Fodor
Total Pages: 546
Release: 2008-07-29
Genre: Texas
ISBN: 1400007194

Presents guidance and tools for visitors to Texas, and includes trip planning information, lodging and dining suggestions for different budgets, and details on history, culture, and things to see and do.