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Tells the story of how two American brothers came to be making and selling ice cream in Kerry. This book shares a selection of recipes, from vanilla ice cream made with milk from Kerry cows to Frozen Strawberry and Banana Daiquiris made with locally grown fresh Irish strawberries.
Ireland is home to a range of cheeses whose excellence is recognised internationally. At the forefront are farmhouse cheesemakers whose world is explored here for the first time in a comprehensive guide to the producers and the cheeses they make. Each cheese is described in detail, its characteristics such as colour, texture, aroma and flavour. Cheese facts are presented with easy-to-read icons indicating the species/breed of animal milked, whether the milk is raw or pasteurised, if traditional or vegetarian rennet is used, and whether the cheese is produced under organic principles. Supporting information includes the history of cheesemaking in Ireland, how cheese is made and best conserved, and resources for cheese lovers. Derry Clarke, Ross Lewis, Catherine Fulvio, Clodagh McKenna, Denis Cotter, Darina Allen, Rachel Allen and others contribute Irish farmhouse cheese recipes. Lavish photography complements this exploration of the world of Irish cheeses.
We all have recipes that are dear to our hearts, passed on to us from our grannies, grandads, great aunts and uncles. This book is the culmination of an effort to collect, document and sample those recipes. Collected online and by post from people across Ireland, the book is a true flavour of what Irish people value about cooking and baking on this changing island. With a mix of sweet and savoury, full meals, snacks and desserts, Our Grannies' Recipes is a charming book of Irish recipes for the whole family to enjoy and includes favourites such as: Apple Pie, Irish Beef Stew, Brown Bread, Pancakes and Chicken Soup. 'A unique collection of delightful recipes from Grannies kitchens all over Ireland' -The Irish Examiner.
"Sweet Creations: A Comprehensive Guide to Homemade Ice Cream Delights" is a captivating and informative book that takes readers on a delightful journey into the world of homemade ice cream. From the first page to the last, this book is filled with expert advice, step-by-step instructions, and mouthwatering recipes that will empower readers to create their own frozen masterpieces. The book begins by exploring the joy of making ice cream at home, emphasizing the sense of accomplishment and the sheer pleasure of crafting a delectable treat from scratch. Readers are introduced to the necessary equipment and tools, along with valuable tips on selecting the best ingredients to achieve exceptional results. Understanding the science behind ice cream making is essential, and this book delves deep into the principles that govern the process. From the role of fats and sugars to the importance of emulsifiers and stabilizers, readers gain a comprehensive understanding of how each ingredient contributes to the final product. The book goes beyond the technical aspects of ice cream making and explores the joy of pairing ice cream with complementary treats. From warm brownies to freshly baked cookies, readers will learn how to create harmonious flavor combinations that elevate the ice cream experience to new heights. The author also shares valuable insights on hosting ice cream socials and parties, providing tips for planning, serving, and creating a memorable event. "Sweet Creations: A Comprehensive Guide to Homemade Ice Cream Delights" concludes with a recap of key points, emphasizing the fundamental principles and techniques covered in the book. The author encourages readers to continue exploring and expanding their ice cream-making skills, offering a final dose of inspiration to keep the ice cream magic alive. In this book, making homemade ice cream becomes an immersive and joyful experience. It is a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and the simple pleasure of indulging in a creamy, frozen delight. With its wealth of knowledge, tantalizing recipes, and practical guidance, "Sweet Creations" is an indispensable guide for anyone passionate about creating and savoring homemade ice cream.
Everyone has a favorite sweet treat. Whether it’s a delicious brownie or the perfect mouthwatering chocolate chip cookie, simple, homespun treats are some of our most beloved. Melissa Murphy has a love of desserts that started when she was born on Thanksgiving Day—her mother refused to go to the hospital until the two pies she’d baked had been served. Now, Melissa brings that passion to the loyal devotees of her popular, award-winning Sweet Melissa Pâtisserie shops. What makes Melissa’s desserts and pastries special is that they are treats we all know and love with a fresh spin that make them more delicious than ever before. In The Sweet Melissa Baking Book, Melissa shares her simple, triedand-true techniques and her French-influenced, American-style baking approach. There are desserts for everyday, such as Double Dark Chocolate Cherry Cookies, and for more special occasions. Warm and spirited, The Sweet Melissa Baking Book also contains charming anecdotes from Melissa’s life of baking. With more than one hundred recipes, the simple treats in this book will make each day and every special occasion sweeter.
In this complex and emotionally resonant novel about a Métis girl living on the Canadian prairies, debut author Jen Ferguson serves up a powerful story about rage, secrets, and all the spectrums that make up a person—and the sweetness that can still live alongside the bitterest truth. A William C. Morris Award Honor Book and a Stonewall Award Honor Book! Lou has enough confusion in front of her this summer. She’ll be working in her family’s ice-cream shack with her newly ex-boyfriend—whose kisses never made her feel desire, only discomfort—and her former best friend, King, who is back in their Canadian prairie town after disappearing three years ago without a word. But when she gets a letter from her biological father—a man she hoped would stay behind bars for the rest of his life—Lou immediately knows that she cannot meet him, no matter how much he insists. While King’s friendship makes Lou feel safer and warmer than she would have thought possible, when her family’s business comes under threat, she soon realizes that she can’t ignore her father forever. The Heartdrum imprint centers a wide range of intertribal voices, visions, and stories while welcoming all young readers, with an emphasis on the present and future of Indian Country and on the strength of young Native heroes. In partnership with We Need Diverse Books.
Contains over one hundred recipes for bake sale treats including cookies, brownies, breads, bars, cupcakes, rolls, muffins, cakes, pies, and others, and offers advice on packaging items and tips on organizing a bake sale.
A journalist channels her ice-cream obsession, scouring the United States for the best artisanal brands and delving into the surprising history of ice cream and frozen treats in America. For Amy Ettinger, ice cream is not just a delicious snack but a circumstance and a time of year—frozen forever in memory. As the youngest child and only girl, ice cream embodied unstructured summers, freedom from the tyranny of her classmates, and a comforting escape from her chaotic, demanding family. Now as an adult and journalist, her love of ice cream has led to a fascinating journey to understand ice cream’s evolution and enduring power, complete with insight into the surprising history behind America’s early obsession with ice cream and her experience in an immersive ice-cream boot camp to learn from the masters. From a visit to the one place in the United States that makes real frozen custard in a mammoth machine known as the Iron Lung, to the vicious competition among small ice-cream makers and the turf wars among ice-cream trucks, to extreme flavors like foie gras and oyster, Ettinger encounters larger-than-life characters and uncovers what’s really behind America’s favorite frozen treats. Sweet Spot is a fun and spirited exploration of a treat Americans can’t get enough of—one that transports us back to our childhoods and will have you walking to the nearest shop for a cone.
Bestselling author and world-renowned chef David Lebovitz continues to mine the rich subject of his evolving ex-Pat life in Paris, using his perplexing experiences in apartment renovation as a launching point for stories about French culture, food, and what it means to revamp one's life. Includes dozens of new recipes. When David Lebovitz began the project of updating his apartment in his adopted home city, he never imagined he would encounter so much inexplicable red tape while contending with perplexing work ethic and hours. Lebovitz maintains his distinctive sense of humor with the help of his partner Romain, peppering this renovation story with recipes from his Paris kitchen. In the midst of it all, he reveals the adventure that accompanies carving out a place for yourself in a foreign country—under baffling conditions—while never losing sight of the magic that inspired him to move to the City of Light many years ago, and to truly make his home there.
