Aperitif : Stylish Drinks and Recipes for the Cocktail Hour

Rating:
Summary: Nice gift book.
Review: This volume makes a nice gift for the accomplished chef. Although the title claims simplicity, I found many of the recipes not worth the effort. It is, however, a handsome book and a good addition to your kitchen collection.

Rating:
Summary: Nice gift book.
Review: This volume makes a nice gift for the accomplished chef. Although the title claims simplicity, I found many of the recipes not worth the effort. It is, however, a handsome book and a good addition to your kitchen collection.

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Summary: concisely written history and recipes
Review: Well written with beautiful photographs , this book explores the history and appeal of the aperitif.It provides not only the recipes for cocktails, but also distilling methds for old world distilled spirits .Accompanying th cocktail recipes are simple but delicious food ideas to serve with the drinks.The book is romantic and draws you into the French world of aperitif.