National Geographic Atlas of Beer: A Globe-Trotting Journey Through the World of Beer - Nancy Hoalst-Pullen, Mark Patterson

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Beer lovers unite in this truly unique volume that celebrates the vibrant and exciting culture of beer drinkers around the world. “A globetrotting journey through the world of beer,” Atlas of Beer (National Geographic, $40) collects maps, timelines, historic and modern photographs, and a seemingly endless parade of facts and anecdotes that dive deep into the process of making, tasting, and appreciating beer. Authors, professors, and passionate beer lovers Nancy Hoalst-Pullen and Mark W. Patterson have conveniently organized information by continent, presenting the ingredients, rituals, and lifestyles throughout each region that revolve around the crisp flavor of fermented hops. Everything you ever wanted to know about Oktoberfest, Trappist ales, home brewing trends, the IPA hype, and even which glass you’re supposed to drink from can be found between these covers. Perfect for the beer drinker or geography and history buff in your life, Atlas of Beer will encourage them to raise their glass to the vibrant, rich, and rapidly growing community of beer!

National Geographic Atlas of Beer: A Globe-Trotting Journey Through the World of Beer By Nancy Hoalst-Pullen Cover Image
$40.00
ISBN: 9781426218330
Availability: Special Order—Subject to Availability
Published: National Geographic - September 19th, 2017

BraveTart: Iconic American Desserts - Stella Parks

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Nothing conjures up sweet memories of childhood quite like our favorite treats. Crunchy and creamy Oreos with a tall glass of cold milk; a warm, flaky Pop Tart in the morning; or mom’s perfectly baked, gooey chocolate chip cookies straight from the oven. Little Debbie, Hostess, and Mars Bar take us back to the simplicity of the school cafeteria and remind us of afternoon homework snacks. Hungry yet? Lucky for us, one of America’s Best Pastry Chefs, Stella Parks gives us Bravetart: Iconic American Desserts (W.W. Norton, $35) so that we can recreate our favorite juvenile munchies in grown-up fashion. We begin with ways to mix up baking staples: fun and creative twists on snickerdoodles and yellow cake and an easy way to make s’mores one hundred percent from scratch. Parks leads us on with easy-to-follow recipes for, of course, cookies and pies, but also doughnuts, ice cream, and breakfast bakes. And one must not forget the beloved brands that we can finally recreate! Fig Newtons, Fudge Stripes, Animal Crackers, and even Magic Shell and Girl Scout Cookies. Full-color finished product photographs and pages of trouble-shooting tips make this unique cookbook a dream to use, while stories, articles, and vintage advertisements make it a perfect gift that the sweet tooth in your family will refer to over and over again.

BraveTart: Iconic American Desserts By Stella Parks, J. Kenji López-Alt (Foreword by) Cover Image
By Stella Parks, J. Kenji López-Alt (Foreword by)
$35.00
ISBN: 9780393239867
Availability: In Stock—Click for Locations
Published: W. W. Norton & Company - August 15th, 2017

Bumpety, Dunkety, Thumpety-Thump! - K. L. Going, Simone Shin

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What sound does a bubble bath make? What do berries feel like? Author K.L. Going answers these questions and more in this noisy story for young listeners that explores the five senses and emphasizes the familiar sounds of everyday activities. With bare feet in the grass and a wagon ride over rough gravel, we hear Bumpety, Dunkety, Thumpety-Thump! (Beach Lane, $17.99) as plump blueberries are collected for an afternoon of baking and family time. Berries bump and the oven clunks. Chairs slunk and dishes dunk. Bath time glunks and bedtime lumps as a messy, rattling day is soon cleaned up. Illustrator Simone Shin depicts the heart-bursting happiness of childhood that may persuade us all to get a little silly. Ages 3-6.

 

Bumpety, Dunkety, Thumpety-Thump! By K.L. Going, Simone Shin (Illustrator) Cover Image
By K.L. Going, Simone Shin (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9781442434141
Availability: Special Order—Subject to Availability
Published: Beach Lane Books - September 26th, 2017

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