Confessions of a Coffee Bean opens with the fascinating history of coffee and details the bean’s epic journey from crop to cup. It then describes the evolution of the coffeehouse, highlights surprising facts about coffee and your health, and introduces the most enticing coffees available today. Rounding out the book is a tempting collection of recipes for coffee beverages, as...

With a history as old as the Bible, the humble olive has matured into a sophisticated culinary treasure. Enter any fine restaurant and you will find the sumptuous flavor of olives in cocktails, appetizers, salads, and entrées. The Sophisticated Olive is an informative guide to this glorious fruit’s healthful benefits, uses, and tastes. It also presents over 100 kitchen-tested recipes,...