Pavilion Books Group Gastronomy of Italy Del Conte Anna

A modern, stylish and practical exploration of the traditional craft of block printing • For self-taught textile designer Molly Mahon, there is something special about block printing that has stood the test of time. From the initial design process, through to the carving of the block, the mixing of the colour and the actual printing process, Molly has always found printing to be meditative • This book enables readers to explore this ancient craft through Molly's contemporary designs and the influences that inspire her use of pattern and colour, before teaching them practical skills and potential ways to transform their creations into beautiful homeware • The book is divided into three main sections • A Modern Block Printer: An introduction to Molly and how she found and nurtured her love of block printing

Tales of the Tea Trade looks at the world of tea from a completely new perspective • Taking the reader on a fascinating journey directly into the lives of those who plant, pluck and process tea; going beyond the standard story of leaf to cup; this book offers readers a unique first-hand insight into the culture, ceremony, opportunities and threats surrounding an ancient art. Closer to home, Michelle and Rob Comins offer their perspectives on how Eastern tea rituals can find a place in our increasingly busy Western lives. Beyond this, the book explores the key ingredients that separate a ‘good’ from a ‘great’ tea, covers ethical sourcing and shows how readers can translate and recreate tea ceremonies at home • Chapters include The Story of Tea, The Tea Plant, The Main Types of Tea, The International Tea Industry, Tea and Health and Time for Tea

Оригинальное издание "Классической кухни Северной Италии" в 1996 году получило книжную премию Гильдии кулинарных писателей и премию Орио Вергани Итальянской академии делла Кучина. В этом обновленном издании Анна Дель Конте возвращается к классическим блюдам, чтобы показать лучшее из североитальянской кухни – как деревенской, так и изысканной • В этой подборке из более чем 150 рецептов Анна выбрала самые лучшие идеи, почерпнутые из известных ресторанов, элегантных домашних кухонь, сельских гостиниц и фермерских хозяйств. Многие традиционные блюда могут быть вам незнакомы, например, лепешки из нутовой муки, лигурийский чуппин или пирог с макаронами в сладком тесте, но она также представляет оригинальные варианты популярных блюд, таких как песто, рагу и Оссобуко

Мэтт Сьюэлл представляет свою личную подборку самых удивительных птиц со всего мира. Книга "Атлас удивительных птиц" с остроумными описаниями и великолепными иллюстрациями каждой птицы представляет собой супер-красочное, наполненное песнями, странное и ошеломляющее повествование о жизни птиц • Знаете ли вы, что белоголовый орлан является рекордсменом по величине гнезда в мире – весит более двух тонн? Когда эльфийская сова попадает в беду, она притворяется мертвой, а не сражается? Пингвин Адели может задерживать дыхание на шесть минут и выпрыгивать из воды на высоту до трех метров? • Откройте для себя эти и многие другие увлекательные факты в этой сказочной и прекрасной книге. Каждая птица, выбранная для этой книги, удивительна по-своему - птицы, которые мигрируют за тысячи миль, проводят странные и эффектные брачные ритуалы, выживают в экстремальных условиях, являются блестящими строителями, сверхбыстрыми, сверх-храбрыми или сверхбольшими! • Книга на английском языке

A brand new collection of recipes from Anna Del Conte that make vegetables the star of the show • Organised in an A–Z format from aglio to zucchina, Anna presents classic dishes alongside her own personalised (many previously unpublished) recipes created throughout her years as a writer. These range from classic recipes to more adventurous dishes including panzanella, parmigiana di melanzane, fiori di zucca fritti and beetroot or pumpkin gnocchi. Whilst Anna embraces classic Italian flavours, she ensures that the vegetable in the dish is at the heart of each recipe in her signature style. This is a celebration of vegetables that praises the flavour and texture of each individual root, squash, herb and pulse to teach a new generation of cooks how to enjoy fresh seasonal produce at any time of year

‘The beginnings of a bitter-sweet commission: a mistle thrust’s egg, heralding a brief but very welcome return to spring… This year has been in such a hurry, at times almost tripping over itself in its keenness to reach autumn, and now she’s here.’ • Highly respected illustrator Anna Koska is best known for her drawings of fish and fruit and is widely celebrated by food journalists and restaurateurs. In this mindful, artistic journal, Anna celebrates the natural world; the changing of the seasons, the blossoming of flowers and the ripening of fruit. Working in watercolour, pen and ink, oils and luscious egg tempera, Anna’s illustrations are reproduced in beautiful detail and they are accompanied by her musings and observations of objects, engaging us in the everyday realities of her artistic practice

Remarkable Bicycle Rides includes a wide variety of cycling challenges from the exhilaration of high alpine trails to more gentler touring routes, such as Hadrian’s Cycleway, which crosses from Britain’s Solway Firth to the North Sea following the line of Roman monument Hadrian’s Wall • There are the classic mountain climbs beloved of followers of the Tour de France and the Giro d’Italia, such as the climb to Mont Ventoux in France and the Stelvio Pass in Italy. Still in Italy, there is the mass participation of L’Eorica, a bike tour in traditional costume on vintage bikes • For those wishing to push themselves to the very edge (literally) there is the Yungas Road in Bolivia whose alternative name is El Camino de la Muerte (Death Road). Long-distance trails, such as the Great Divide (Canada/USA) and the Great North Trail (England/Scotland) can form an epic trip of a lifetime, or be tackled in smaller sections

A celebration of the world's greatest chilled dessert, this book focuses on the specifically Italian origins of ices • Many would later claim ices as their own, but gelati, sorbetti, granite and many more sweet treats from the icebox all had their beginnings in Italy. Cornettos overloaded with softly melting scoops of flavoursome heaven did not occur by chance – much went before – tales that need to be told! The Romans brought down blocks of frozen snow from the slopes of mount Etna to store in grottoes and man-made ice houses during the dry heat of summer. The icy slush was flavoured with fruit and honey syrup and it wasn't long before a lively trade in the new delicacy erupted amongst the fashionable nobility of the day. Soon everyone wanted ice; yet this was no passing fad and an enduring culinary legacy was born

Exclusive illustrations to colour in carefully selected from the British Library's archive • Before the invention of the printing press, books were written out by hand, and were priceless objects. The most precious books were illuminated with pictures highlighted with gold or with bright colours. Real and imaginary animals populated the pages of medieval books, particularly encyclopedias • This new colouring book is packed with familiar and exotic creatures carefully selected from the extensive collection of the British Library. The animal illustrations have been sourced from a range of documents, including charters and seals and historical and literary manuscripts, from Homer to the Codex Sinaiticus, from Beowulf to Chaucer, and from Magna Carta to the papers of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I

Run wild with this new collection of minis from Kerry Lord and her Edward's Menagerie animals. This is one of the new gift series from TOFT (Kerry's yarn company), which contains four books, each with 25 crochet patterns on a different theme: Wild, Ocean, Farm and Pets • These mini animals are quick and easy to make so they are perfect for the beginner as well as giving the more advanced crocheter an afternoon's fun. The books are practically organised so you start with the easiest pattern and, as you grow in confidence, you continue through the book, mastering the art of crocheting animals, from the simple snake to the patterned leopard, producing high-quality collectibles to keep or give as thoughtful, homemade gifts • This range of mini animals are totally new patterns for fans, new and old, to get hooked to

Escape to the ocean with this new collection of minis from Kerry Lord and her Edward’s Menagerie animals. This is one of the new gift series from TOFT (Kerry’s yarn company), which contains four books, each with 25 crochet patterns on a different theme: Ocean, Wild, Farm and Pets • These mini animals are quick and easy to make so they are perfect for the beginner as well as giving the more advanced crocheter an afternoon’s fun. The books are practically organised so you start with the easiest pattern and, as you grow in confidence, you continue through the book, mastering the art of crocheting animals, from the simple starfish to the magical narwhal, producing high-quality collectibles to keep or give as thoughtful, homemade gifts • This range of mini animals are totally new patterns for fans, new and old, to get hooked to

Have fun at the farm with this new collection of minis from Kerry Lord and her Edward's Menagerie animals. This is one of the new gift series from TOFT (Kerry's yarn company), which contains four books, each with 25 crochet patterns on a different theme: Ocean, Wild, Farm and Pets • These mini animals are quick and easy to make so they are perfect for the beginner as well as giving the more advanced crocheter an afternoon's fun. The books are practically organised so you start with the easiest pattern and, as you grow in confidence, you continue through the book, mastering the art of crocheting animals, from the humble mouse to the angora rabbit, producing high-quality collectibles to keep or give as thoughtful, homemade gifts • This range of mini animals are totally new patterns for fans, new and old, to get hooked to