The New York Book of Tea
Author: Bo Niles
Discover the soothing delights of tea. The act of "taking tea" has long been known to relax and rejuvenate the soul. Newfound health benefits have increased tea's popularity, as have the tasty new variations-from chai lattes to Asian tapioca pearl teas. This new third edition of The New York Book of Tea takes the reader on a journey beyond the hustle and bustle of New York City to discover the finest tea oases, from a proper English tea for an afternoon with friends to a late-night cup to end the perfect evening out.
Author and tea aficionado Bo Niles also uncovers the best retail shops in which to buy tea and teaware, hotel teas that offer civilized atmosphere for a party, and the multitude of new Chinese and Japanese teahouses.
Revised and updated for this new third edition, The New York Book of Tea is the must-have reference for anyone who cherishes this ancient elixir and the rituals that enhance it.
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BitterSweet World of Chocolate
Author: Nikki Van der Gaag
For some people, one of the most enjoyable pleasures is a delicious piece of chocolate. Chocolate is more than just a sweet. It's a rich sensation, a comfort, a stimulant, and it's good for you - in moderation. And of course chocolate is the magic ingredient in many sweet and savory dishes.
But with people becoming more aware of the sources of this delectable food, this book explores the story of chocolate. It reveals an eventful history and explains why more of us are buying Fair Trade chocolate. Accompanied by 50 recipes from around the world, such as turkey in chocolate sauce, orange and chocolate biscuits, fondue and cheesecake, this book is chocolate for the mind and the body.
Table of Contents:
Foreword 7Introduction 8
A passion for chocolate 10
Recipes
Main courses
Chili con carne with chocolate 12
Spanish roast with chocolate 14
Chocolate & zucchini/courgette chili 18
Chicken chocolate mole 20
Turkey & bean chocolate chili 24
Chicken-chocolate enchiladas 26
Chili sin carne con chocolate 28
Pumpkin & chocolate chili 34
Southwestern chili with chocolate 36
Cakes & cookies
Vegan chocolate cake 40
Brazil nut cake with chocolate chips 42
The sticky world of Big Chocolate 44
Marble chocolate cake 46
Chocolate banana bread 48
Irish potato cake with chocolate 52
Chocolate carrot cake 54
Chocolate cake with lemon filling 58
Oat & chocolate cupcakes 60
Vegan chocolate sponge cake 64
Fruitcake with chocolate 66
The source of our delight 68
Chocolate raspberry shortcakes 70
Oatmeal chocolate cake 72
Orange chocolate muffins 78
Chocolate rum cake 80
No-bake chocolate treats 84
Orange & chocolate cookies 86
Chocolate pumpkin spice cake 90
Dark chocolate brownies 92
The costs of chocolate: unfair trade 94
Chocolate chip scones 96
Chocolate cinnamon flapjacks/squares 98
Easy chocolate cake 102
Desserts, sweets & drinks
Chocolate sorbet 104
Chocolate balls 108
Chocolate pecan pie 110
Biscotti with almonds, orange & chocolate 114
Chocolate truffles 116
From pyramids to plunder 118
Chocolate fruit snacks 120
Fruit & chocolate bars 126
Chocolate cinnamon fondue 128
Chocolate cocktail 132
Coffee with rum & chocolate 136
Brazil nut & chocolate mousse 140
No-bake chocolate, date & nut pie 142
Fair Trade 144
Chocolate cream dessert 146
Pancakes with chocolate sauce 148
Mexican chocolate drink 152
Chilled chocolate drink 154
No-bake chocolate squares 158
Dried fruit crumble with chocolate chips 160
Chocolate chip sponge snacks 164
Chocolate samosas 166
Action - organizations & contacts 170
Index - subject 172
Index - recipes & ingredients 174
About the authors 176
About the NI 176