Food Lover’s Companion (and more)
A book that begins with a quote by Julia Child can’t be bad.
And though the title might make you think it’s all about food, wine terms definitely show up in the Food Lover’s Companion. Published by Barron’s, the compact book contains around 6,000 terms. Where else can you go to find the differences between chowder and bisque, salsa and chutney, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc?
It’s one of the best presents I was ever given: useful for resolving arguments, figuring out the best cut of meat, providing background information for poetry (I have one about garlic and another about salt), and more.
Get one today for the food and/or wine lover in your life. Or yourself.



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