Books like 100 perfect pairings by Jill Silverman Hough

A cookbook by Julee Rosso featuring recipes from The Silver Palate gourmet food store in New York.

The Flavor Bible is a definitive culinary reference that teaches chefs and home cooks how to season ingredients for maximum flavor, drawing on the expertise of leading chefs and offering thousands of ingredient pairings.

A ballerina cookbook that offers simple, step-by-step recipes for dance-themed snacks and drinks, perfect for young dancers and ballet enthusiasts alike.

T he brand-new fourth edition of this widely praised reference guide has been updated with new information for everyone, including lovers of ethnic foods and health food aficionados. The authors have added many all-new entries on exotic produce and other unusual ingredients. An earlier edition of The New Food Lover’s Companion was hailed by Bon Appetit magazine as “one of the best reference books we’ve seen, a must for every cook’s library.” This new edition has even more to offer! Among the myriad foods and culinary subjects defined and explained are cooking tools and techniques, meat cuts, breads, pastas, international foods, and literally everything else related to good food and enjoyable dining. Handy appendices cover many topics, including suggestions for substituting recipe ingredients, a microwave oven conversion chart, recommended safe cooking temperatures for meats and fish, and much more. The New Food Lover’s Companion is a reference guide—not a cookbook—but it includes hundreds of cooking tips plus an extensive bibliography of recommended cookbooks. More than 6,700 entries plus line art.

A comprehensive guide to pairing food and drink, featuring expert advice from wine stewards and chefs, illustrated with 70 full‑color photographs.

A cookbook from the Culinary Institute of America that collects cooking techniques, recipes and insider knowledge said to be developed by the CIA, offering readers a behind‑the‑scenes look at special‑operations cuisine.

"...Eating foods close to their source, prepared in a fashion that allows their pure, unadulterated flavors to shine, is the key to a meal's success. Developing close relationships with local farmers and purveyors is the first and most important step in great cooking. That is the philosophy behind Hot and Hot Fish Club, the Hastings' nationally recognized restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama...'Hot and Hot Fish Club Cookbook' offers a glimpse into the Hastings' family life and encourages you to celebrate life through great seasonal meals..."--Dust cover.

Dips, spreads, salsas, fondues, and more: Over 115 recipes for hot, cold, bean, and sweet dips. Find the perfect dip for any party, potluck, or snack.

"Jimmy Garcia is not a man who does things by halves. From cooking elaborate five-course meals for his university friends to expanding his culinary knowledge by catering for Arabic royalty on yachts for three summers, his enthusiasm and zest for life are clear. His impressive skills have gained him a wide and dedicated following. In Social Eats, he shares his best pop-up secrets to show you how to turn your meals into gastronomic events to be remembered. Divided into three sections: Preparty (salads and quick fixes), At the Party (cocktails, canapes & little dishes; crowd pleasers; the great outdoors; celebrations), and After Party (breakfast, brunch & comfort food), Social Eats is packed with fun and flavour and features recipes whose variety and imagination are sure to inspire even the most jaded palate."--Amazon website.

From traditional holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas to birthdays, anniversaries and family reunions, this collection of over 250 inspiring photos and easy-to-follow instructions gives you all the information you'll need to have a good time without breaking the bank. Inside you'll find delicious, efficient menus and recipes to amaze all your guests; festive and elegant decorating tips and tricks to set the mood for every occasion; low-cost, crafty ways to bring holiday spirit into your home and involve your family in the process--