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  The Vital Table - Cooking for a...

  Elias Moreno

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  The Vital Table: Cooking for a Long Life Inspired by the Blue Zones invites listeners on a nourishing journey through the kitchens of the world’s longest-living communities. From the hills of Sardinia to the shores of Okinawa, author Elias Moreno blends tradition, science, and soul in this vibrant audiobook, guiding you through the time-tested culinary secrets of the Blue Zones. 
  Narrated with warmth and clarity by Isabelle Holman, this audiobook is more than a collection of recipes—it’s a gentle call to slow down, eat with intention, and savor life bite by bite. With wholesome plant-forward dishes, rich cultural stories, and simple strategies to bring vitality to your plate, The Vital Table is your companion in creating meals that not only taste good—but do good for your body and spirit. 
  Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just beginning your wellness journey, this inspiring and practical guide will help you cook with joy, eat with purpose, and live with longevity in mind.

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  Bibimbap - and other...

  Ryland Peters & Small

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  A collection of over 70 enticing Asian-style one-bowl recipes that feature rice and noodles.
  
  Rice and noodles are at the very heart of Asian cooking, providing the building blocks to what is a varied, healthy and fascinating cuisine. They are mostly served as one-pot dishes in soups, salads and stir-fries and provide the carbohydrate element alongside fresh vegetables, herbs, meat and fish, balancing the nutritional benefits of each dish. Bibimbap itself is a Korean rice dish consisting of rice, topped with a variety of seasoned and sautéed vegetables, plus kimchi and a gochujang sauce. It is also often served with a fried egg on top to finish. The perfect all-rounder delicious meal in one bowl. 'Bibim' means 'mixing' and 'bap' means 'cooked rice', but this Asian-influenced dish is just the start. It is such a versatile idea and can be used as a basis for all manner of other one-bowl rice and noodle dishes. Begin with the basics of putting a one-bowl rice or noodle dish together and what flavours and ingredients go together well, then move on to trying endless combinations. Discover a dishes such as Chilled Soba Noodles with Dipping Sauce, Wild Garlic Miso Pork Stir-fry or BBQ Pork Noodle Bowls, and not forgetting Chicken Noodle Soup or a Spicy Noodle Seafood Broth.
  
  Use the recipes in this book as a starting point on an Asian-inspired rice and noodle journey and create your perfect meal in one bowl.

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  Tequila Wars - Jose Cuervo and...

  Ted Genoways

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  At the dawn of the twentieth century, José Cuervo inherited his family's humble distillery, La Rojeña, in the Tequila Valley. Within a decade, it would become Mexico's leading producer of tequila. But when the Mexican Revolution erupted, a charge of treason and a death threat against him by Pancho Villa forced Cuervo to flee. His disappearance turned him into an obscure, shadowy historical figure. 
   
   
   
  In Tequila Wars, award-winning author Ted Genoways restores Cuervo to his place as a key player in Mexico's formative period. Before the revolution, Cuervo's acclaim spread worldwide, and once war broke out, Cuervo remained an impresario, kingmaker, and cultural force. In the face of his own government's corruption and the nationalism of his northern neighbors, Cuervo reached American drinkers by establishing Mexico’s covert form of cross-border commerce with the United States. As the largest and most important distilleries in the Tequila Valley recognized the threat posed by Mexico's unraveling, Cuervo also lobbied for suspending normal competition in favor of "a union of tequila makers"—what would become the first Mexican cartel. 
   
   
   
  The first biography of Cuervo, Tequila Wars uncovers the history of the man who would forever change not only the business of tequila, but international relations between Mexico and the United States.

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  What is Queer Food? - How We...

  John Birdsall

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  A celebrated food writer's expansive, audacious excavation of the development of modern queer identity and food culture. 
   
   
   
  Food in America and Europe has long been shaped, twisted, and upended by queer creatives. Beloved food writer John Birdsall fills the gap between the past and present, channeling the twin forces of criticism and cultural history to propel readers into the kitchens, restaurants, swirling party-houses, and humming interior lives of James Baldwin, Alice B. Toklas, Truman Capote, Esther Eng, and others who left an indelible mark on the culinary world from the margins. Queer food is brunch quiche à la Craig Claiborne, Richard Olney's ecstatic salade composée, and Rainbow Ice-Box Cake from Ernest Matthew Mickler's White Trash Cooking. It's the intention surrounding a meal, the circumstances behind it, the people gathered around the table. 
   
   
   
  With cinematic verve and prose that dazzles, What Is Queer Food? is a monumental work: a testament to food's essential link to a modern queerness that reveals how, like fashion or tastes in music, food has become a language of LGBTQ+ identity.

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  The Shocking Truth about Fast Food

  Zoey Fraisers

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  Fast food has become an undeniable part of modern life. With its convenience, affordability, and widespread availability, it has transformed the way people eat, shaping diets and lifestyles across the globe. What started as a quick solution for busy individuals has grown into a multibillion-dollar industry, influencing everything from public health to the environment. But behind the brightly lit signs, enticing advertisements, and tempting flavors lies a deeper reality—one that has serious consequences for both individuals and society as a whole.  
    
  The rise of fast food culture has been fueled by an increasingly fast-paced world. People are working longer hours, juggling responsibilities, and seeking quick, inexpensive meals. Fast food chains capitalize on this need, offering ready-to-eat meals that promise satisfaction with minimal effort. The industry has evolved to cater to nearly every demographic, from children enticed by colorful packaging and toys to adults looking for a quick bite on the way to work. Over time, fast food has become more than just a meal option; it is a deeply ingrained habit for millions.  
    
  However, convenience often comes at a cost. While fast food may be easy and affordable, its impact on health is alarming. The high levels of fat, sugar, sodium, and artificial ingredients in most fast food items contribute to obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and other serious health conditions. Many consumers remain unaware of the true nutritional content of what they are eating, often misled by clever marketing and misleading health claims. The illusion of “healthy” fast food options often masks the reality that even so-called better choices are still processed, high in calories, and lacking essential nutrients. 

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  Ikigai: A Purpose in Life -...

  Jim Colajuta

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  The day you decide that your life is your own is the best day of your life. There will be no apologies or excuses. No one could lean on, rely on, or point the finger at. The gift is yours; it's an incredible journey, and you're solely responsible for its quality. This is the first day of your life. Having a purpose in life is one of the most fundamental human needs. Ikigai, a Japanese concept, means "a reason for being." It refers to living a fulfilling life. Many different activities can provide people with a sense of purpose in life. These activities can range from volunteering to providing social support to the elderly and even caring for pets, all linked to increased happiness, better health outcomes, and longer lifespan. 
  Everyone is equipped with an ikigai. Your ikigai is the reason you get up in the morning and want to live fully and cheerfully. Your ikigai isn't something you make; it's something you're born with. The Japanese believe that discovering one's ikigai necessitates a long, contemplative search that can lead to life satisfaction and meaning. All you have to do is dig far enough to locate it. Your ikigai lies at the crossroads of four circles: what you enjoy, what the world requires, what you can be compensated for, and what you're skilled at. 

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