Gastronomy

deliciously funny and shockingly delectable audiobook, sure to delight gourmands and philistines alike....

From the indie rock star of Japanese Breakfast fame, and author of the viral 2018 New Yorker essay that shares the title of this book, comes an unflinching, powerful memoir about growing up Korean American, losing her mother, and forging her own identity....

Love & Whiskey is the true story of Jack Daniel, Nearest Green, the man, and Uncle Nearest, the whiskey company Fawn Weaver founded to honor and amplify Green's legacy.

Once again, Bourdain pulls back the curtain, but never pulls his punches, on the modern gastronomical revolution, as only he can....

In this poignant, delicious memoir, American tax preparer and food writer Steve Hoffman tells the story of how he and his family move to the French countryside, where the locals upend everything he knows about food, wine, and learning how to belong.

So much of our human body is made up of salt that we'd be dead without it...

Long before The Lost Kitchen became a world dining destination with every seating filled the day the reservation book opens each spring, Erin French was a girl roaming barefoot on a 25-acre farm, a teenager falling in love with food while working the line at her dad’s diner....

Bacon. McDonalds. Cinnabon. Hot Pockets. Kale. Stand-up comedian and author Jim Gaffigan has made his career rhapsodizing over the most treasured dishes of the American diet (“choking on bacon is like getting murdered by your lover”) and decrying the worst offenders....

In Sourdough Culture, environmental science professor Eric Pallant shows how throughout history, sourdough bread baking has always been about survival....

Get an unprecedented look inside the mind and kitchen of America’s top chef in this memoir and cookbook by Tom Colicchio, the multiple-James Beard and Emmy Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and television personality.

For most of history, humans did without refined sugar. Granulated sugar was first produced in India around the sixth century BC, yet for almost 2,500 years afterward sugar remained marginal in the diets of most people. Then, suddenly, it was everywhere....

Chefs, Drugs and Rock & Roll transports listeners back in time to witness the remarkable evolution of the American restaurant chef in the 1970s and 1980s....

Part travelogue, part culinary history, all capitalist critique—comedian Jamie Loftus's debut, Raw Dog, will take you on a cross-country road trip in the summer of 2021, and reveal what the creation, culture, and class influence of hot dogs says about America now....

When Condé Nast offered Ruth Reichl the top position at America’s oldest epicurean magazine, she declined. She was a writer, not a manager, and had no inclination to be anyone’s boss. Yet Reichl had been reading Gourmet since she was eight; it had inspired her career....

Garlic and Sapphires is Ruth Reichl's riotous account of the many disguises she employs to dine anonymously....

In her own words, here is the captivating story of Julia Child's years in France, where she fell in love with French food and found "her true calling"....

Acclaimed cookbook author Jessica B. Harris weaves an utterly engaging history of African American cuisine, taking the listener on a harrowing journey from Africa across the Atlantic to America....

Tender at the Bone is the story of a life determined, enhanced, and defined in equal measure by...

For years, Nigel Slater has kept notebooks of curiosities and wonderings, penned while at his kitchen table, soaked in a fisherman’s hut in Reykjavik, sitting calmly in a moss garden in Japan or sheltering from a blizzard in a Vienna Konditorei.

A haunting and beautiful memoir from a Cambodian refugee who lost her country and her family during Pol Pot's genocide in the 1970s but who finds hope by reclaiming the recipes she tasted in her mother's kitchen....

In early August 1889, César Ritz, a Swiss hotelier highly regarded for his exquisite taste, found himself at the Savoy Hotel in London....

In Letters to a Young Chef, Daniel Boulud speaks not only of how to make a career as a chef in today's world, but also of why one should want to do so in the first place....

An irreverent, surprising, and entirely entertaining look at the little-known history surrounding the foods we know and love, The Secret History of Food is essential listening for all foodies....

In Cooked, Pollan discovers the enduring power of the four classical elements - fire, water, air, and earth - to transform the stuff of nature into delicious things to eat and drink....

Mark Kurlansky's first global food history since the best-selling Cod and Salt; the fascinating cultural, economic and culinary story of milk and all things dairy....

Love & Whiskey is the true story of Jack Daniel, Nearest Green, the man, and Uncle Nearest, the whiskey company Fawn Weaver founded to honor and amplify Green's legacy. But it’s not the whole story. A bonus chapter in the audiobook edition centers on Weaver's commitment to right the wrongs of history by cementing one man’s legacy for generations to come. It represents a living promise to give a family back the dream that was denied them in a place and time where dreams were not permitted for all.

Unlock the artisan in you with Advanced Canning Techniques, the must-have guide for anyone passionate about preserving the vibrant flavors of the seasons. This eBook is your passport to becoming a canning connoisseur, whether you’re a novice taking the first steps into the world of jars and lids or an experienced preserver ready to expand your repertoire. Starting with an essential introduction to high-acid foods, you'll delve into the science of pH levels and discover the safety measures critical for successful canning. Master the art of fruit preserves with expert tips on selecting the ...

Dive into the timeless world of fermentation with "Fermentation Basics," the ultimate guide to mastering the art and science of transforming simple ingredients into delicious, health-boosting foods. From the tangy crunch of classic sauerkraut to the rich depth of homemade yogurt, this comprehensive guide offers everything you need to know to start fermenting confidently at home. Begin your journey by exploring the fascinating history and vital benefits of lactic acid bacteria. Uncover the essential tools and ingredients, and learn how to choose the best vegetables and fruits to make your ...

Unlock the secrets of preserving the flavors of every season with The Water Bath Canning Handbook. This essential resource guides you through the time-honored art of water bath canning with clear, step-by-step instructions and practical advice that's perfect for both beginners and experienced preservers. Start your journey in Chapter 1, where you'll delve into the fundamentals of water bath canning, including safety and hygiene practices crucial for ensuring delicious and safe results. Chapter 2 equips you with the knowledge to choose and maintain the right canning equipment, setting the ...

Unlock the age-old secrets of preserving nature's bounty with "Preserving the Past," a captivating exploration into the world of traditional fermentation. Dive into the fascinating history and global significance of fermentation, from its ancient origins to its modern-day revival. This book guides you through the basic principles of fermentation, unveiling the microbial heroes like yeasts and bacteria, and the essential catalysts, sugar and salt. Discover the pivotal role fermented foods played in ancient civilizations, their evolution through the ages, and how these time-honored practices ...