Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Simply put, the quesadilla is a delightful package of melted cheesy goodness—all sandwiched inside crispy tortillas. But now these little gooey snacks we all used to make as kids have evolved into savory meals and scrumptious desserts that are bursting with flavor. Featuring all new photography.
Do you want to discover more, choose wisely and deep-dive into the amazing world of Italian wine? In this seven-day guide, you will gain a simple-to-digest lesson on Italian wines, taking you from any starting point, to being able to select, taste, pair and pour an outstanding Italian variety. If you are currently at a fairly average stage in your wine knowledge and need a book where a plane ticket to Italy is not required, then this book is for you. Do you need the skills to be able to deliver the right bottle of wine for all social occasions, and start to raise your game from just Pinot Grigio or Merlot? Then we are here for you. Drinking and sharing wine is one of life’s great pleasures, and even better if you know what on earth you’re doing. And we plan to get you to exactly that point with clear explanations, visual maps and example wines to add to your growing collections. These seven days take you through everything from knowing Italian labels and the 20 wine regions, spreading across 695,000 hectares, to knowing how to store wine correctly. We give you takeaway lessons each day, such as how to open the bottle and pour a sophisticated glass. You will also be able to identify aromas with specific visual tools provided, and ultimately be able to pair the right wine with the right foods. Finally, we give you a daily Wine of the Day to try each evening with us and put theory into practise, as well as our final Top 10 chosen wishlist on our final day together. This audio will help you navigate the world of Italian wine, even if you are starting from zero knowledge.Show book
Banff is a mountain paradise like no other. Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, it’s a place of turquoise lakes, snow-dusted peaks, and alpine meadows that burst with wildflowers in summer. Whether blanketed in winter snow or glowing under the long days of summer, Banff’s natural beauty is breathtaking in every season. Mark Ferdinand takes you into the heart of this spectacular national park: gazing across the emerald waters of Lake Louise, hiking to hidden waterfalls, spotting wildlife in pristine forests, and soaking in natural hot springs surrounded by mountain views. Whether you’re an adventurer, a nature lover, or simply someone seeking peace in the wilderness, Banff is a destination that will renew your spirit and stay with you forever.Show book
CREATE A PEACEABLE DOG-CAT KINGDOM! Cat behavior and behavior of dogs puzzles the most savvy pet owners, and pet behavior problems lose dogs and cats their homes. Animal behavioral problems arise out of owners not understanding dog language or cat language, and misunderstanding normal animal behavior. From conflicts over favorite sleep spots, sharing potty facilities, resource guarding toys or jealous pets when sharing your attention, adding new pets rubs fur the wrong way and creates hairy situations for everyone—including you. This guide gives owners the ability to understand dog behavior with prescriptive how-to advice for the most common cat behavioral problems when cats and dogs live together. The book includes information about aggressive dog behavior, dog language, positive dog obedience training techniques, how to stop dog biting and prevent dog behavioral problems, understanding feline body language and cat hisses, dealing with cat litter box problems, cat nutrition and feeding challenges around dogs, and more.Recognize and diffuse cat and dog aggressionStop bitesSettle disputes over territorySoothe pet stress and fearSolve hit and miss potty problemsManage mealsLearn pet introduction techniques to other pets, babies, and kidsSolving common pet peeves: eating poop, clawing, barking, chewing, jumping up and more!Address separation behaviorsDog resource guarding of toys, food and owners Fun, practical, and eminently informative, ComPETability briefly looks at the biological, evolutionary, and behavioral differences between cats and dogs to devise strategies for owners that enable the two species to live in harmony within the same household. Written by one of America's premier pet experts, the book explains everything an owner of a cat and dog should know.Show book
Mexico City is a metropolis where ancient history and modern creativity collide in dazzling ways. From the grand ruins of the Aztec empire to the colorful murals of Diego Rivera and the lively rhythms of mariachi, it’s a city alive with culture, flavor, and energy. Mark Ferdinand takes you into the heart of this vibrant capital: exploring the magnificent Zócalo and Metropolitan Cathedral, wandering through the floating gardens of Xochimilco, tasting authentic street tacos bursting with flavor, and stepping into the artistic legacy of Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul. Whether you’re drawn by history, cuisine, art, or the sheer thrill of a city that never slows down, Mexico City promises an experience that will inspire and surprise you at every turn.Show book
A wild bull on the field, a fly ball caught by a train conductor, a pitcher taking the mound barefoot—Minor League Baseball has been played across the country in cities large and small for more than a century, and there are thousands of entertaining and improbable stories to tell from it. Join professional baseball broadcaster Tim Hagerty for a journey through the zaniest Minor League stories in Tales from the Dugout. Given its long history, it is no surprise that the game has encountered some bizarre things over the years. This humorous and outlandish collection of stories is sourced from newspaper archives and the Baseball Hall of Fame Library in Cooperstown, New York, and includes a foreword by former MLB All-Star Billy Butler. Whether you're a baseball fanatic or just a fan of sports history, this book captures the spirit of the game. This compendium of minor league shenanigans includes:HOLE IN ONE: In 1942, a Milwaukee Brewers batter hit a low line drive that bounced down the right field line. He rounded the bases while confused Louisville Colonels fielders searched for the ball. They eventually found it inside a gopher hole.MONKEYING AROUND: A chimp's escape turned a Southern Association game into pandemonium on July 17, 1909. "Henry the Chimpanzee," the New Orleans Pelicans' official mascot, busted from his cage and chased players around the field. The chimp then went after fans, who ran from him screaming. The game was delayed a few minutes while Henry was restrained.HEADLESS CRUSHER: A police department in Ohio got a call about a missing head. The Lake Erie Crushers' mascot's head was stolen in 2011, forcing the mascot to miss a few home games. After learning through media reports that police were investigating, the thief returned the head by inconspicuously placing it under the ballpark's tarp.Show book
There have been many translators of Chinese literature and poetry over time, but Arthur Waley stands out as one of the best known and most loved. This is perhaps because he had an attribute that most others lacked, which is his poetic abilities. Waley was as much a poet himself as a translator, and while his scholarly erudition was matched by a few others at his time, none ever managed to bring out the true character of Chinese poetry quite so well.Show book
