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The Fearless International Foodie Conquers the Cuisine of France, Italy, Spain and Latin America (LL NonConnoisseur Menu Gde(TM))
The Fearless International Foodie Conquers the Cuisine of France Italy Spain and Latin America - LL NonConnoisseur Menu GdeTM Author:David D'Aprix Are you a fearless foodie? Can you find your way around an Italian espresso bar? Will you answer confidently when asked to choose between a pinot noir and a pinot grigio with a sole meunière? If so, then you are definitely a Fearless Foodie. And if not, then become one. — Savor the delights of French, Italian, and Spanish (Europea... more »n and Latin American) cuisines. The Fearless Foodie has a special section with can't-miss tips for selecting wines, cheeses, and a great guide to coffees. The culture notes explain the many varieties of French wine, the complexities of Italian pasta, the joy of sitting down to tapas with friends, and so much more.
Features:
•Each section begins with an overview of the cuisine, followed by typical ingredients and dishes, from starters through desserts.
•Spiced up with witty food related puns and anecdotes to keep it upbeat and fun
•No more guess work or embarrassing mistakes--each item is translated with an easy-to-follow pronunciation guide.
•Convenient and portable--fits into pockets and handbags.
•Loaded with fascinating culture notes to put things in their context, like understanding the significance of wine at a French table.
•The helpful glossary covers foods, spices, sauces, utensils, and more.
•After dessert? There's even a tipping chart for settling the bill« less