Friday, January 9, 2009

Secret Life of Beer or Betty Crocker Outdoor Food

Secret Life of Beer: Legends, Lore and Little-Known Facts

Author: Alan D Eames

Beer has inspired, influenced, and excited human beings for thousands of years and Alan D. Eames, the certified "king of beer," has traveled the world uncovering The Secret Life of Beer. In this book, he reveals untold stories, lore, and references to beer in poetry, song, literature, and history. Readers will be astonished to learn the esoteric facts Eames has discovered, such as that in most ancient cultures only women were allowed to brew, and for much of history beer was considered a nourishing alternative to drinking water!

From its origins among early civilizations to a hallowed place in the history of mankind, the art, the history, the culture, and the mystery of fermented beverages is the subject of historical fact, mythological speculation, and philosophical enquiry. The Secret Life of Beer! shares bits and pieces of this intriguing cultural history, along with quotes from such diverse beer drinkers as Nietzsche and Charles Darwin, in an inviting, highly browseable format.



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Betty Crocker Outdoor Food: 100 Recipes for the Way You Really Cook

Author: Betty Crocker

Take the Party Outside!

When the sun is bright and the weather's just right, outside is where you want to be. This book is packed with 100 easy, festive recipes that are perfect for dinners on the deck and parties on the patio—from small bites and barbecue classics to picnic favorites and cool drinks. Whether you're feeding your family or entertaining the entire block, these outdoor recipes are guaranteed to please. So invite some friends, fire up the grill and discover outdoor food that's out of this world!

Open the book for:


  • 100 easy recipes that are perfect for outdoors—breezy party food, picnic portables, great grilled food, sumptuous sides and refreshing drinks
  • All your outdoor favorites, from dips, ribs and kabobs to
  • sandwiches, salads and cupcakes
  • Tips on how to get the most out of summertime fruits, vegetables and herbs
  • 30 tempting color photographs



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