Katie and Giancarlo embarked on a two year-long journey to discover the different methods of conserving food, from smoking fish in Scotland to drying chiles in Sri Lanka, and this book collects their favorite recipes and invaluable advice on equipment, timing, and ingredients. Covering Italian cured charcuterie inspired by Giancarlo's family recipes, jams and chutneys evoking Katie's memories of cooking with her mother to pickling, fermenting, freezing, and pressure canning, they combine traditional tried-and-tested methods with a thoroughly modern perspective.
A thorough chapter-by-chapter overview of the inspiring teaching principles of Christian educator Charlotte Mason, this book reveals the practical day by day method of how to teach "the Charlotte Mason way". The author offers friendly advice, and humor, along with the joys and struggles of real homeschool life. The book covers education, parenting, homeschooling and lots of encouraging advice for mothers.
'This is mindful activism . . . thought-out, strategic and engaging' Guardian 'I love what Sarah does! It's quiet activism for everyone including introverts' Jon Ronson 'Sarah Corbett mixes an A-grade mind with astonishing creativity and emotional awareness' Lucy Siegle If we want a world that is beautiful, kind and fair, shouldn't our activism be beautiful, kind and fair? **Award-winning campaigner and founder of the global Craftivist Collective Sarah Corbett shows how to respond to injustice not with apathy or aggression, but with gentle, effective protest. This is a manifesto – for a more respectful and contemplative activism; for conversation and collaboration where too often these is division and conflict; for using craft to engage, empower and encourage us all to be the change we wish to see in the world. Sarah's craftivism has helped change laws and business policies as well as hearts and minds; here, with thoughtful principles and practical examples, she shows that quiet action can speak as powerfully as the loudest voice.
This beautifully illustrated guide by the author of Japanese Farm Food includes essential Japanese pantry tips and 125 recipes. In Preserving the Japanese Way, Nancy Singleton Hachisu offers step-by-step instructions for preserving fruits, vegetables, and fish using the age-old methods of Japanese farmers and fishermen. The recipes feature ingredients easily found in grocery stores or Asian food markets, such as soy sauce, rice vinegar, sake, and koji. Recipes range from the ultratraditional— Umeboshi (Salted Sour Plums), Takuan (Half-Dried Daikon Pickled in Rice Bran), and Hakusai (Fermented Napa Cabbage)— to modern creations like Zucchini Pickled in Shoyu Koji, Turnips Pickled with Sour Plums, and Small Melons in Sake Lees. Hundreds of full-color photos offer a window into the culinary life of Japan, from barrel makers and fish sauce producers to traditional morning pickle markets. More than a simple recipe book, Preserving the Japanese Way is a book about community, seasonality, and ultimately about why both are relevant in our lives today. “This is a gorgeous, thoughtful—dare I say spiritual—guide to the world of Japanese pickling written with clarity and a deep respect for technique and tradition.” —Rick Bayless, author of Authentic Mexican and owner of Frontera Grill
Ballarat, 1905. The gossips call 19-year-old Edie Cottingham the 'Too Girl' - too stubborn, too outspoken, and too modern to get a husband. But Edie does not care. She is determined to defy them all and find love with Theo Hooley, the gentle church organist and veteran of the African Boer war. But just as Theo prepares to ask Edie's father for her hand, their world is turned upside down. Edie's mother is gone and she must care for her new baby sister. How can Edie marry and leave the family home now? But Theo Hooley is a man who knows how to wait. Every Sunday, Theo walks from his home to woo Edie, rose in hand. Each week Edie refuses him, knowing that he is asking for more than a walk around the lake on a Sunday afternoon. Each week Theo resolves anew to wait for her. Slowly the town begins to fall under the spell of the romance. Women sigh and men mutter at the challenge Theo presents to their relationships. As the local children create a growing procession that follows Theo each week, the whole community becomes caught up in his display of devotion, until an unexpected event changes all their lives.
Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of preserving the bountiful harvest with "The Seasonal Produce Preservation Handbook," your comprehensive guide to capturing the essence of each season in a jar. Discover the pleasure of extending the life of your favorite fruits and vegetables, ensuring that the flavors of every harvest grace your table all year round. From the bright, tart berries of summer to the earthy root vegetables of winter, this eBook is filled with detailed instructions and innovative recipes that will transform your kitchen into a haven of self-sustainability and culinary creativity. Begin your journey with a thorough introduction to the advantages of preserving seasonal bounty, delve into the history of these time-honored techniques, and arm yourself with essential safety knowledge. As you explore this treasure trove of preservation wisdom, you'll learn the ins and outs of canning, from selecting the perfect equipment to mastering both water bath and pressure canning. A chapter-by-chapter seasonal harvest guide ensures you'll know exactly when to jar your garden's or market's freshest offerings. Choose from a vast array of produce, including the most delicate fruits and robust vegetables, with confidence, thanks to expert guidance on preparation and timing. Venture beyond the basics with chapters dedicated to the delicate art of fruit preservation; relish in the richness of stone fruits and the bright, tangy flavors of citrus. When it comes to vegetables, discover methods to preserve favorites like tomatoes and innovative ways to save leafy greens and cruciferous wonders for later enjoyment. Specialty canning showcases unique techniques for less common fruits and fungi, while subsequent sections delve into the sweet world of jams, jellies, and an array of tangy pickles and ferments. Learn how to enhance dishes with homemade chutneys, relishes, and sauces, and explore dehydration and freezing as viable alternatives to traditional canning methods. Indulge in the final touches of handcrafted infusions and flavored oils, elevate your preserved goods with presentation and labeling tips, and effortlessly incorporate your canned creations into delicious, everyday meals. Welcome to "The Seasonal Produce Preservation Handbook," where you'll unlock the true flavor of the seasons and carry the essence of the harvest with you all year long. Revive the wisdom of the past with modern flair and taste the difference in your home cooking—transform your pantry with preserved delight.
Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of America's Mountain State with “The West Virginia Homesteader”—your comprehensive guide to building a self-sufficient life in West Virginia's enchanting wilderness. This resource is more than just a manual; it is an invitation to embrace a way of living that harmonizes with nature’s rhythms and the state's unique culture. In this guide, you’ll be introduced to the essence of West Virginian self-sufficiency, uncovering how the state’s lush landscapes and resilient spirit provide the perfect backdrop for your homesteading dreams. Delve deep into the local climate, geography, and the compelling reasons behind choosing a life of independence and resourcefulness. Navigate the legal intricacies of homesteading with ease, through focused chapters on laws, rights, local regulations, and essential zoning considerations. Explore chapters dedicated to choosing your ideal homestead, where you’ll learn what to consider in land selection and be equipped with practical steps for acquiring the perfect patch of paradise. Design your homestead with intention, as chapters on planning reveal how to establish harmony with the ecosystem and ensure your infrastructure is resilient against the elements. Discover the secrets to creating a cozy West Virginian-adapted home, utilizing local materials and learning insulation tactics to combat the chilly months. Water and energy are the lifeblood of any homestead, and you'll uncover innovative solutions for collection, purification, and off-grid power options including solar, wind, and hydro power, guaranteeing a sustainable way of life whatever the conditions. Transform the land with your own hands, employing farming techniques adapted to the state's microclimates. Chapters on vegetable gardening, fruit trees, and berry bushes share knowledge on cultivating bountiful harvests, pest control, and storage for year-round abundance. The guide further delves into the rearing of livestock, home dairying, cheesemaking, beekeeping, and the rich heritage of hunting and fishing, offering insight into sustainable practices that allow you to live in sync with the earth. West Virginian homesteading isn't just about the essentials; it's also about the soul. Immerse yourself in traditional crafts, natural remedies, and sumptuous recipes tied to the local terroir. Build a life entwined with community, where cooperation, education, and celebrations are an integral part of everyday existence. Designed to support both the seasoned homesteader and the curious newcomer, “The West Virginia Homesteader” is more than simply a guide—it’s the key to unlocking the door to a life steeped in the beauty and vigor of rural West Virginia. Unlock the power of living a life connected to the land, and join a community valuing sustainability, self-reliance, and the trappings of a simpler time. Dare to transform your vision into reality with “The West Virginia Homesteader”—where every turn furthers your journey towards a life crafted by your own hands, under West Virginia's boundless skies.
A Gentle Madness continues to astound and delight readers about the passion and expense a collector is willing to make in pursuit of the book. The book captures that last moment in time when collectors pursued their passions in dusty bookshops and street stalls, high stakes auctions, and the subterfuge worthy of a true bibliomaniac. An adventure among the afflicted, A Gentle Madness is vividly anecdotal and thoroughly researched. Nicholas Basbanes brings an investigative reporter's heart to illuminate collectors past and present in their pursuit of bibliomania. A New York Times Notable Book of the Year.
