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The first of its kind in national distribution, this variation on a time-honored Italian white wine is traditionally crafted and bottled on LUCINI's premier vineyard estate in northern Italy. Drizzle LUCINI Pinot Grigio over creamy soups, butter sauces, seafood and chicken, or fennel and haricot vegetable salad. 8.5oz bottle

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Finally, the definitive book on one of the world's mysterious beers that clearly explains the romantic term barley wine.

Customer Review: Probably the best of the "Classic Beer Style" series

This book is one of the gems of the classic beer style series.

Here, the topic is barleywine ... a style that frequently gives both professional and amateur homebrewers fits. The author give good information on various brewing techniques that can help people to master this style - split lautering (for making both barley wine and mild ale from the same mash), wort concentratration/caramelization by long boils, using multiple yeast strains (a base strain for flavor, and other strains for higher attenuation/flocculation), etc.

This book is a must read for any amateur homebrewer who wants to attempt this style with improved chances of success and satisfaction.

p.s. One of my own personal specialities, back when I was still homebrewing regularly, was making clones of Anchor "Old Foghorn". The trick to duplicating that beer (aside from hop & yeast selection) is a touch of maple sugar. That tip is courtesy of yours truly, not Fal Allen.

Customer Review: wow, these guys know how to write!

What a well written book. Very well researched too. They even included my local award winning favorite beer, Commonwealth Special Old Ale. Highly recommend this book to fellow beer geeks.

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Days Of Wine And Moses Coffee Gift Basket is measuring 9x9x4. Contains 15oz mug, BONUS free set of 4 coasters, biscotti and 5 blends of gourmet coffee. French Vanilla, Kenya AA, Decaf Colombian Supremo, Chocolate and Italian Roast Espresso elegantly presented in our signature black planet coffee gift box. A very nice and thoughtful gift for any occasion.

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Vintage Wine Coffee Gift Basket is measuring 9x9x4. Contains 15oz mug, BONUS free set of 4 coasters, biscotti and 5 blends of gourmet coffee. French Vanilla, Kenya AA, Decaf Colombian Supremo, Chocolate and Italian Roast Espresso elegantly presented in our signature black planet coffee gift box. A very nice and thoughtful gift for any occasion.

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In comparative tastings, wines from California's Central Coast rival those from such renowned regions as Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Napa, yet they also offer superb value. This is the first comprehensive guide to one of the world's most dynamic and beautiful wine regions-and the setting for the award-winning movie Sideways. An excellent, one-stop resource for touring and tasting at convenient wineries located from Monterey to Santa Barbara, the guide is organized into county-by-county alphabetical listings for this up-and-coming region.

Wines and Wineries of California's Central Coast includes:
* Profiles of nearly 300 wineries personally visited by the author
* Profiles of individual vintners
* 5 maps
* Winery ratings, plus author and winemaker recommendations
* Visitors' and contact information for each winery
* Discussions of regional wine history and terroir
* Descriptions of designated American Viticultural Areas and grape varietals

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Customer Review: Get it "Soon"!

I live in West Los Angeles and it has been hard trying to find authentic Singapore food around here. When my favorite restaurant "Kuala Lumpur" in Pasadena closed, I just gave up. I know there are some other restaurants, but with gas prices going up, I'm not willing to drive all over the place for an okay meal anymore. That is why I was so excited when I got this book. I know there are plenty of Singapore cookbooks out there. I have several which I purchased in Singapore...problem is, they are not written for an American audience. Ingredient names are incomprehensible here, and everything is in metric. So the lone book on Singapore cooking in my library has been "The Cooking of Singapore" by Chris Yeo, until now!

I am so excited about this book for several reasons. It has many of my favorite foods from Singapore, like pepper crab, fish head curry, gado gado, hokkien fried noodles, laksa lemak, satay, beef rendang, and sayor lodeh. The authors have also hand picked classic recipes from India, China, Thailand, Japan, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia. These are dishes we are familiar with and love, like Japanese yakitori and tempura, Indian tandoori chicken, Chinese spareribs, Thai kayang grilled chicken, among others. The gorgeous photography really whets your appetite, and the few dishes I've tried so far have been quite good. The best part is the ingredients are easy to find, and the instructions are straightforward making cooking a pleasure. I'm not a wine connoisseur, and to be honest, had never even thought of wine with Asian food before I got this book. But they have made it so simple to pair with your dish...just glance on the right column next to the recipe, and you can have fun experimenting. The front section of the book delves much deeper into their selection process and helps you understand their approach. I find myself referencing the book before dining out sometimes, which helps me feel more confident when ordering wine.

Next time you get invited to an Asian dinner, consider bringing a bottle of wine that pairs well with the meal they are preparing, or bring this book as a hostess gift. It would also make a perfect, perhaps unexpected gift for your wine enthusiast friends as well.

Customer Review: Perfect Pairing!! The authors have done well!!

I've been scouring for a good book on wine recommendations that would complement the wonderful but divergent flavours of Asian food. Fortunately I came across a Newsweek magazine article regarding this publication and from their notes, decided to buy a copy - with absolutely no regrets!

It's a very accessible guide, simply organised with a systemic approach for easy referencing so that finding the right wine to match any Asian meal is effortless.
Japanese, Indian, Singaporean, Malaysian, Thai, Laotian and Indonesian food have been included and grouped into 5 main flavours. Dry, sweet, sparkling and fortified wines have been categorized into 7 styles.

One simply needs to cross reference the wine style to the dominant flavour of the food. A large selection of Old World, New World and many wine alternatives are suggested.
An enormous bonus is the selection of 50 sumptous recipies complete with gorgeous photographs and numerous accompanying wine recommendations for each dish.

I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone looking for the definitive guide!

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Made from Verduzzo Friulano, a sweet dessert wine from the Friuli region of Italy. The light amber jelly has a slightly heavier structure than Livio Pesles other jellies, due to its aging in oak casks. Pairs well with strong blue cheese such as Roquefort, Stilton, Cabrales or Gorgonzola. A great match for braised duck, game or vanilla ice cream. Livio Pesle continues an old family tradition of wine and liquor making in the Northeastern Italian region of Friuli. The wines utilized for the preparation of his products originate mainly from grapes cultivated in the vineyards of his winery in the middle of the best cru of Colli Orientali del Friuli Cru Rosazzo. The grapes are indigenous varieties such as Picolit, Verduzzo Friulano, Tocai Friulano, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, Schiopettino and Pignolo. The apple pectin used in making Livio Pesleswine jellies is known to reduce cholesterol levels, aid with digestion, delay absorption of blood sugar levels and helps clean your colon. Contains no alcohol - has been evaporated in the cooking process. Imported from Italy. 6 oz. jar.

INGREDIENTS: Wine, cane sugar, apple pectin, natural flavor.

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Made from Refosco del Penduncolo Rosso, a typical red grape variety in the Friuli region of Italy. Following a two centuries old recipe to make Hyppocraticum - once considered medicinal in Europe - the wine is infused with red pepper, cinnamon and other spices and slowly reduced to create a bold, rich condiment. Ideal as a glaze for wild game or lamb. Also pairs well with smoked ham, hot sausages, strong cheese and bitter chocolate. Livio Pesle continues an old family tradition of wine and liquor making in the Northeastern Italian region of Friuli. The wines utilized for the preparation of his products originate mainly from grapes cultivated in the vineyards of his winery in the middle of the best cru of Colli Orientali del Friuli Cru Rosazzo. The grapes are indigenous varieties such as Picolit, Verduzzo Friulano, Tocai Friulano, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, Schiopettino and Pignolo. The apple pectin used in making Livio Pesleswine jellies is known to reduce cholesterol levels, aid with digestion, delay absorption of blood sugar levels and helps clean your colon. Contains no alcohol - has been evaporated in the cooking process. Imported from Italy. 6 oz. jar.

INGREDIENTS: Wine, cane sugar, apple pectin, natural flavor.

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Enjoy the good life! Just a short drive from San Francisco, the glorious Wine Country is Northern California's favorite getaway. From wine-tasting to balloon rides, award-winning cuisine to grape-stomping festivals, the Napa and Sonoma Valleys are feasts for the senses. Or for a real splash, try a wine-and-water vacation in rural Russian River Valley, also covered here. Cheers!

* Winning Wineries - choice vineyards for tours and tastings

* Fine Dining - mouth-watering reviews of top restaurants and local favorites

* Where to Stay - spectacular spas, quiet campgrounds, cozy cabins and rustic ranches

* Perfect Weekends - special itineraries for cycling and river-running trips, plus the ultimate epicurean holiday

* Aroma or Bouquet? - learn how to talk wine like a pro

* Outdoor Fun - the best spots for hiking, horseback riding, golfing and gliding

Customer Review: Napa travels

I am a resident of the Bay area, and yet found hidden treasures in Napa and Sonoma thanks to this well written and organized book.

Customer Review: Very Helpful

Used the book for a two day trip to napa. It had great infomation and maps. The book is also the perfect size, as it will fit in a purse or your pocket.

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