The long-awaited new book in the phenomenal 1, 000.. . Before You Die series, it`s the marriage of an irresistible subject with the perfect writer, Mimi Sheraton
- award-winning cookbook author, grande dame of food journalism, & former restaurant critic for The New York Times. 1, 000 Foods fully delivers on the promise of its title, selecting from the best cuisines around the world (French, Italian, Chinese, of course, but also Senegalese, Lebanese, Mongolian, Peruvian, & many more)
- the tastes, ingredients, dishes, & restaurants that every reader should experience & dream about, whether it`s dinner at Chicago`s Alinea or the perfect empanada. In more than 1, 000 pages & over 550 full-colour photographs, it celebrates haute & snack, comforting & exotic, hyper-local & the universally enjoyed: a Tuscan plate of Fritto Misto. Saffron Buns for breakfast in downtown Stockholm. Bird`s Nest Soup. A frozen Milky Way. Black truffles from Le Perigord.

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1, 000 Places to See before You Die 2012 Wall Calendar is more than a calendar. Each month features a location with a map & an itinerary, notes about the history & highlights of the place. A main picture & additional smaller ones for each day will indulge anybody ...

You don t need to leave home to travel the world & what better guide than Patricia Schultz, author of the 1 New York Times bestseller

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It`s a yearlong journey of a lifetime, & your expert guide is Patricia Schultz, author of the phenomenally successful 1, 000 Places to See Before You Die (R) travel series. Each month, discover a new extraordinary location, from the Czech Republic to Buenos Aires to Italy`s glorious Amalfi Coast. Exceptional full-color photographs--one large image at the top of each page & smaller ones throughout the grids--are accompanied by detailed trip itineraries, maps, & captivating text that highlights local history, travelers` tips, & more. ...

The legacy work by one of the most influential experts on Spanish cuisine Penelope Casas was one of the premier experts on Spanish food: She taught readers about jamon serrano, Manchego cheese, & chorizo, in addition to countless dishes, from patatas bravas to churros. She wrote several acclaimed books, & 1, 000 Spanish Recipes is her final work & legacy. It is the latest
- & a very special-addition to the award-winning 1, 000 Recipes series; in this unmatched collection of simple, precise recipes, she takes readers on a culinary journey of Spain from Galicia to Madrid to the Canary Islands. There is a wealth of options for tapas (including 18 Spanish omelets); soups (11 recipes for gazpacho); salads; main courses; vegetable, bean, & grain dishes (50 paellas!); breads; & desserts (20 types of flan). Icons for vegetarian recipes, special menus, & features on Spanish ingredients & dishes will engage & reassure cooks. This culmination of Casas` 40-year career & lifelong love affair with Spanish food will be a treasured cookbook & guide.
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The 10 Best Games in the World is the sort of thing that once you have it, you know you`ll never be able to do without. The 10 Best Games in the World introduces children to ten of the worlds most popular pastimes in one beautifully crafted compendium. The book features two board games from each continent or area: from Europe comes the Barricade & the Viking game; from Africa, Yoté & the Hyena Game; from America, El Patolli & the Zohn Ahl; from Asia, the Jungle Game & the Leopard Game; & from Oceania, the Mu Torere & the Surukarta. Everything you need is here- all the rules, counters, dice & boards are included; it`s hours of family fun all wrapped up in one gorgeous volume. ...

From bestselling author-illustrator duo Jean-Luc Fromental & Joelle Jolivet comes a new way to enjoy the playful penguins from ”365 Penguins: Magnets”! Create new scenes, combine characters & learn a little about counting & numbers along with the mischievous penguins & their friends. Featuring an original booklet from the authors with ideas for play & explanations of new concepts, as well as dozens of magnets, this is the perfect book-&-toy combination for kids who can`t get enough of the penguins. ...

Spend just 10 minutes a day learning & master your maths skills. Set the clock & off you go! Young learners excel in short bursts, so 10 Minutes a Day. Problem Solving KS2 Ages 7-9 is the perfect maths workbook for younger children. Games & tests take a short amount of time so you get maximum fun for maximum effect. There are 10 minute activities on graphs, time tables & the 24-hour clock. Plus the ”parents` notes” section gives the answers, explains common pitfalls & gives guidance on how to avoid them. 10 Minutes a day workbooks are the perfect at home reinforcement for subjects learned in school & support the new National Curriculum. So, set the funky orange timer to test your child in fun `beat the clock` exercises
- & let 10 Minutes a Day Problem Solving KS2 show your child how much fun maths can be.
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Reports show that reading or being read to for ten minutes every day will significantly improve children`s reading skills. This short story collection supports this
- each story taking about ten minutes to read. Ideal for sharing with younger children; as children learn to read on their own they can tackle these simple stories on their own. Illustrations: Full colour throughout
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This brand new series from Frances Lincoln Children`s Book gives children 10 reasons why each animal is amazing, & five ways they can show they love it! Turtles go on incredible journeys, have beautiful shells, can hold their breath for hours & even cry salty tears. Show you love them by not dropping litter on the beach & NEVER buying anything made from tortoiseshell. This gorgeous, gifty book, written by non-fiction expert Catherine Barr, is a must for any young animal enthusiast. ...