Food and Life of Oaxaca or Extreme Pumpkin Carving

Food and Life of Oaxaca: Traditional Recipes from Mexico's Heart

Author: Anne Mendelson

Praise for The Food and Life of Oaxaca

"There's a whole new and surprising world of flavor and texture contrasts described in this intriguing cookbook, along with lore and history of the exotic and artistic Oaxaca. No one is better equipped than Zarela to present clear and delectable recipes for the tantalizing dishes of this little-known regional cuisine."
— Mimi Sheraton, author of The Whole World Loves Chicken Soup

"I've watched Zarela weave her culinary magic from the first dinner party I attended at her home, beginning with intensely flavored salsas presented in lava bowls. How apt that a chef who prepares such dazzling Mexican food should lead us through Oaxaca. The soul and lore of this magical place will add new life to your table through Zarela's recipes."
—Shelia Lukins, author of USA Cookbook, Food Editor of Parade Magazine

"Food in Mexico, especially in Oaxaca, smacks of so much more than trends and nutrition. Zarela Martínez knows this passionately and has bestowed on us a book that will enrich the lives of all that are really hungry, all that are seeking more than the latest flavor. Filled with honest glimpses of an extraordinary place, The Food and Life of Oaxaca offers the most intimate understanding anyone can gain of another culture—the understanding that comes through flavor. For many in Oaxaca, eating is the perfect act of celebration, consecrating every aspect of life. The warm flavors Zarela Martínez has captured here are the perfect expression of Oaxaca's generous spirit."
—Rick Bayless, author of Authentic Mexican and Rick Bayless'sMexican Kitchen Visit us online at: mcp.com/mgr

Table of Contents:

Acknowledgments.

Preface.

The Life of Oaxaca.

The Food of Oaxaca.

Basics of Oaxacan Cooking.

Little Dishes and Appetizers.

Soups.

Corn.

Moles and Pepianes: Main Dish Sauces.

Chicken.

Meats.

Fish and Shellfish.

Vegetables and Side Dishes.

Accompanying Sauces.

Bebidas (Beverages).

Desserts, Sweet Breads, Confections, Ices.

Mail Order Sources.

Bibliography.

Index.

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Extreme Pumpkin Carving: 20 Amazing Designs from Frightful to Fabulous

Author: Vic Hood

Halloween has become one of the most popular holidays in the U.S., and carving the family pumpkin is a life-long tradition for many. In Extreme Pumpkin Carving by Vic Hood and Jack A. Williams, you'll learn how to create the most amazing, never-before-seen designs to astound your Halloween guests. Extreme pumpkin carving applies relief-carving techniques -- commonly found in woodworking and stonework -- to pumpkins. Starting with solid pumpkins (no hollowing is necessary!) extreme pumpkin carvers use simple household knives or woodcarving tools to create fantastic faces and scenes in the flesh of the pumpkins. With relief carving, you'll be able to add form to your pumpkin carving by creating actual cheeks, lips, eyebrows and more -- instead of just cutting out solid shapes. This gives you an almost endless opportunity for creativity and unique expression, resulting in a one-of-a-kind Halloween pumpkin that will be the talk of the neighborhood!