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**Unlock the Secrets to Gourmet Wilderness Cuisine with "Campfire Connoisseur A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting the Perfect Campfire Pizza"** Venture into the great outdoors with the tantalizing allure of crisp, smoky crusts and bubbling cheese as your guide. "Campfire Connoisseur" is not just a cookbook—it's a manual to transform your campsite into a rustic pizzeria nestled under a starlit sky. From the thrilling hunt for the choicest campsite to the satisfying sizzle of fresh toppings on a golden crust, this comprehensive guide unlocks the world of culinary mastery over the open fire. Dive headfirst into the elemental joys of assembling the ultimate campfire kitchen. Learn about selecting the perfect locale, gathering essential tools, and mastering the flames to create the hearth for your creations. Embrace the craft of kneading the perfect dough with techniques tailored to the challenges and rewards of an outdoor setting. Revel in the alchemy of creating sauces and spreads from scratch, that cater not just to taste, but to the unique dynamics of campfire cooking. Discover the secret to choosing and melting cheeses that yield that irresistible, stringy pull. Traverse the wild with an expert eye for foraging; pick edible plants and mushrooms, adding an adventurous twist to your pizza toppings straight from nature’s bounty. Fine-tune the assembly of your pizza with strategies that ensure even cooking and maximum flavor. Master various techniques for the perfect bake employ your cast iron skillet, construct a makeshift pizza oven, or dare to place your dough directly on embers. Understand the art of the peel and rotate, monitoring heat, altitude, and humidity to achieve a crust of sublime perfection. Whether it's catering to a crowd with varying tastes, accommodating dietary restrictions, or crafting pizzas that are meaty, sweet, or purely plant-based, "Campfire Connoisseur" equips you with the skills for every scenario. Witness your commune around the fire strengthen through the shared joy of pizza-making, and learn how to leave your campsite as pristine as you found it. Immerse yourself in the delights of campfire pizza cookery and become a maestro of the open flames. With this guide, you'll not only be ready to conquer any cooking challenge the wild presents but also to create memories that are as rich and rewarding as the dishes you'll serve. Embark on your journey, slice in hand, to become the ultimate "Campfire Connoisseur."
This book unfolds like a well-planned camping trip, with each chapter representing a different facet of the camping experience. We delve into the practicalities of choosing the perfect campsite, setting up a tent with precision, and mastering the art of campfire cooking. We navigate the wilderness with a compass and map, weather the storms with resilience, and gaze at the wonders of the night sky with awe. Beyond the tangible skills, we explore the subtle nuances of camping, such as respectful wildlife observation, the art of packing light, and the joy of capturing outdoor beauty through photography. Each chapter is a brushstroke contributing to the larger canvas of camping proficiency and appreciation. Whether you are a novice camper learning to pitch your first tent or an experienced outdoors enthusiast seeking to refine your skills, "Art of Camping" offers something for everyone. The chapters are designed to be accessible to beginners while providing depth for those who wish to delve into advanced camping techniques and philosophies. The goal is not just to teach but to inspire a lifelong love for the great outdoors. Camping, at its essence, is a journey of self-discovery and a celebration of our symbiotic relationship with nature. Through the pages of this guide, I hope to kindle the flame of curiosity and passion for the art of camping that will burn brightly in your heart long after the campfire has faded. At its core, camping is a philosophy—a way of life that embraces simplicity, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the world around us. It teaches us to find joy in the essentials, to weather storms with grace, and to form bonds with fellow campers that transcend the ordinary. As we embark on this journey, let us embrace the philosophy of camping not just as an activity but as a mindful and transformative experience.
Winner of the 2018 IPPY Gold Medal for Reference Book Everyone thinks that they know how to drink, but do you really know the difference between a scotch and a whiskey? How about a gin or vodka martini? Do you know whether Johnny Walker is a single malt or a scotch? Well now is the time to finally learn the definitive answers to these questions, and so many more that you’ve always had about your favorite drinks. In The Connoisseur's Guide to Worldwide Drinking, world-class connoisseur and celebrated critic Richard Carleton Hacker provides you with all the information that you’ll ever need to properly enjoy and imbibe every type of spirit, and to start drinking alcohol the right way. After reading this definitive guide, you’ll be able to: Taste the subtle distinctions between different types of spirits Learn they difference between varieties of the most popular kinds of cocktails Recite how many popular spirits are made, distilled, and crafted How to properly “nose” spirits The correct containers from which each spirit would be sipped And so much more! Complete with more than a 100 full color photographs, The Connoisseur's Guide to Worldwide Drinking is a perfect buy for every alcohol consumer, whether novice or aficionado. With The Connoisseur's Guide to Worldwide Drinking you’ll be the most knowledgeable drinker in every bar that you walk into and at every cocktail party that you attend. Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Good Books and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of cookbooks, including books on juicing, grilling, baking, frying, home brewing and winemaking, slow cookers, and cast iron cooking. We’ve been successful with books on gluten-free cooking, vegetarian and vegan cooking, paleo, raw foods, and more. Our list includes French cooking, Swedish cooking, Austrian and German cooking, Cajun cooking, as well as books on jerky, canning and preserving, peanut butter, meatballs, oil and vinegar, bone broth, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
“The variety of dishes that Huck and Young present as possibilities for preparing and cooking outdoors is rather astounding and pleasantly surprising” (Epicurious). Camping fare typically includes burgers and hot dogs, and while these are certainly easy, get ready to rethink the cuisine that can be savored over the open flame. With recipes like Spiced Currant Cream Scones, Maple-Glazed Wild Salmon, and Tomato Tarte Tatin, Huck and Young celebrate delicious food and the great outdoors. They also include step-by-step instructions for activities such as stargazing, foraging for woodland berries, and minding one’s fruits of the sea (or, how to clean a fish). Campfire Cookery proves that the campfire cannot only be a blissful escape but a true culinary destination. “It is the rare cookbook that has even the camping-averse actually contemplating a weekend of mosquitoes and sweaty sleeping bags . . . But really, we simply love the recipes.” —LA Weekly
Sushi restaurants have become more popular than ever, with new locations popping up every day in big cities and small towns all across the country. Though Westerners are quickly learning to appreciate the unique flavors and textures of sushi, few truly understand the intricacies of the preparations, terminology, and culture they find at sushi restaurants. Fortunately, The Connoisseur's Guide to Sushi is here to help. With detailed explanations of everything from maki to sake, Dave Lowry demystifies the language, lore, and - of course - the food that diners may encounter. He offers an alphabetical exploration of both the mainstays of the sushi restaurant (including the types of fish and sushi available) and the more adventurous offerings and toppings. There are also sections on sushi accompaniments, such as pickled vegetables, wasabi, beverages, etc.; on sushi etiquette; and on what to look for in a good sushi restaurant. Advice and anecdotes abound, ensuring that those who read this book will feel confident (and maybe even a little smug) the next time they go out for sushi.
Everything seems to be going so well for Mukohda in the wake of the Church of Rubanov incident. Not only has he managed to buy the magic stove of his dreams, he’s also stumbled into a surprise reunion with some old friends: the adventuring party Ark! The only thing that could possibly ruin the trip would be if, say, Fel revealed the location of a nearby, almost-untouched dungeon, and the members of Ark decided that they wanted to come along for the ride. But there’s no way that could happen, right? Oh. Oh no. And just like that, Mukohda’s off on another dungeon-crawling adventure that he’d really rather have no part in! Worse still, the thing about unexplored dungeons is that you never know what you'll find in them...and the discoveries awaiting the party in this one will blow any ideas they had about what a dungeon is supposed to be clear out of the water!
Enjoy the bounty of the sea! Mukohda was brought to another world from modern Japan by falling victim to a “Hero Summoning.” Though he managed to conquer a dungeon along with his three familiars, Fel, Sui, and Dora-chan, in the end they just went back to enjoying their carefree trip. After ordeals like suffering the envious gazes of new adventurers, and destroying an orc settlement, Mukohda finally arrives at the seaside town of Berléand. Now that they’ve come to the ocean, there is but one thing to do — fully enjoy their longtime goal, the bounty of the sea!! So Mukohda’s party samples all the ocean has to offer, from hunting krakens, to frying or grilling fresh seafood, smacking their lips in anticipation of a barbecue, or even just walking around the morning market and eating their fill. “But it can’t all be fish, I can’t just cut out meat completely, right?” So Mukohda thought... and then Fel and the others, on the hunt once again, found something outrageous———?!
After surviving the brutal Bataan Death March in spring 1942, Louisiana native John Henry Poncio spent the remainder of World War II as a Japanese prisoner, first at Camp Cabanatuan in the Philippines and later at Hirohata in Japan. In those three and a half years, U.S. Army Air Corps sergeant Poncio suffered severe beatings, starvation, disease, and emotional and psychological abuse at the hands of his captors. However, his resiliency, sense of humor, and cunning helped him to persist and to recover from the traumatic events without rancor toward the Japanese. In Girocho, he relates his experiences as a POW with touching honesty, vividly describing the harsh conditions he and his comrades endured as well as the sometimes-funny clashes with Japanese culture. Girocho was a samurai who stole from the rich and gave to the poor, a Japanese Robin Hood. Early on, Poncio was given this name in jest by one of the prison guards, and it suited him perfectly. During his internment, he took part in a vast smuggling operation that brought food, money, mail, and other supplies into the POW camps; he reported enemy troop movements to Filipino guerrillas and participated in acts of sabotage. He and the other prisoners worked together incessantly to subvert the Japanese war effort even under the threat of death, going so far as to bury expensive calibration equipment in wet cement and build irregular gears for planes. To frustrate their captors and to stay alive, the American POWs developed the technique “going Asiatic” — maintaining a blank expression during interrogations and beatings and escaping mentally for a time. Although he and his fellow captives were treated with cruelty by many, Poncio recalls the camaraderie of the prisoners and encounters with humane guards and kind civilians, proving his remarkable gift for finding the positive in the most dire of situations. Girocho is an inspiring memoir, transcribed verbatim by Poncio’s wife, Inez, from nine hours of cassettes Poncio recorded some years after the war. Marlin Young verified her uncle’s stories, placed them in chronological order, and set them within the greater context of the war, creating a compelling tale of one soldier’s courage, honor, and resolve to overcome life as a prisoner of war. Their book is a fitting tribute to the POWs in the Pacific, who fought in their unique way for the U.S. war effort, their friends, and their very lives.
In these acclaimed essays, Jerry Dennis, widely recognized as one of our finest writers on nature and the outdoors, turns his attention to old passions and finds new reasons to appreciate them. This engaging collection explores the quintessential American sports of canoeing and camping and pays tribute to the things worth keeping, from wooden canoes and pocket knives to cast-iron skillets, long-johns, canvas tents, and fine moments on the water. At a deeper level, it is about respect—for our possessions, for the natural world, for one another—and about the pleasures of a life well spent. From a Wooden Canoe is a celebration of the good things and the simple pleasures of life outdoors. It is a book to be treasured, to be read on winter evenings and rainy afternoons, and to be kept handy on a cabin shelf. PRAISE: “Jerry Dennis knows the good stuff: How to make your matches waterproof; why it’s good to have a Thermos handy; and how long johns got their name. Mr. Dennis also knows how to write amusing, informative essays about the gear we use outdoors. From a Wooden Canoe is the most satisfying kind of nature writing because it makes you want to get up and get out. Give these essays a good read, and then find your own canoe.” —Wall Street Journal “As Jerry Dennis’s recent book, From a Wooden Canoe, attests, canoes do inspire passion and fidelity. The thirty-one pieces here—most of them from the pages of Canoe and Kayak magazine—include tender odes to hand-hewn wooden paddlers and the rough work of portaging, as well as reflections on other old-school outdoor stuff: homemade waterproof matches, the smell of canvas, and the mysterious, indestructible thermos.” —The New Yorker “Dennis writes concise, well-informed, witty prose; his tone is friendly and appreciative of tradition without being maudlin. The celebratory tone of most of the essays is nicely tempered by a send-up of curmudgeons and a concluding essay that might have come from O’Neill’s Long Day’s Journey into Night. Recommend this fine example of literary outdoors writing to fans of Bill Barich and W.D. Wetherell.” —Booklist