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Home, Garden, and DIY July 2023 |
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| Totally Kosher: Tradition with a Twist! 150+ Recipes for the Holidays and Every Day by Chanie ApfelbaumWhat's inside: 150 kosher recipes for traditional foods, new spins on old favorites, and dishes with global flavors; basics of the kosher kitchen; top ten lists for tools, cooking hacks, and more; color photos.
Recipes include: Chocolate Cherry Granola, Miso Matzo Ball Soup, Philly "Cheesesteak," Summer Slaw, Corned Beef & Cabbage Ramen, The Rebbetzin's Gefilte Fish, World Peace Challah, Baklava Palmiers.
About the author: Observant Jew Chanie Apfelbaum is the writer behind the Millennial Kosher cookbook and the "Busy in Brooklyn" blog. |
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The Re:Fashion Wardrobe: Sew Your Own Stylish, Sustainable Clothes
by Portia Lawrie
What's inside: 11 step-by-step, eco-friendly projects for turning old clothes into a new capsule wardrobe, plus photos, info on sourcing, fitting, and techniques (such as darts, seams, stitches, and more).
Projects include: T-shirt Dress, Sweatshirt Tee, Cropped Shirt, Side-Stripe Trousers, Robe Jacket, Refitted Jeans, Duvet Duster Coat.
Reviewers say: "[Portia] Lawrie's breezy, can-do attitude is infectious" (Booklist).
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| Milk Street Noodles: Secrets to the World's Best Noodles, from Fettuccine Alfredo to Pad Thai... by Christopher KimballNoodlepalooza: This thorough, appealing primer on all kinds of noodles is from Christopher Kimball and the experts at Milk Street, who serve up 125 carefully thought-out recipes. Color photos add to the appeal.
Recipes include: Homemade Udon Noodles; Fresh Egg Pasta; Spicy Glass Noodles with Ground Pork; Chicken Pho; North African Chicken Couscous; Gnocchi alla Romana; Tagliatelle with Mushroom Ragu. |
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Veg Out: A Stress-Free Guide to Creating Your First Vegetable Garden
by Heather Rodino
What it is: a fun, encouraging guide for beginning vegetable gardeners that covers selecting your location and type of garden (containers, in-ground, or raised bed), as well as tips for picking the right plants, protecting your work from disease and pests, watering, and more.
Don't miss: the 30 profiles of beginner-friendly vegetables and herbs.
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| Tasting History: Explore the Past Through 4,000 Years of Recipes by Max Miller with Ann VolkweinBlasts from the past: 60 recipes and their histories, covering ancient times to the early 20th century, which have been adapted for modern kitchens by popular YouTuber Max Miller.
Recipes include: Tiger Nut Cake, Sally Lunn Buns, Lasagna, Onion Soup with Milk, Samosas, Hummus, Aztec Chocolate, Bread Pudding.
Read this next: Walter Staib's A Taste of History Cookbook or B. Dylan Hollis's Baking Yesteryear. |
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Design Happy: Colorful Homes for the Modern Family
by Betsy Wentz
Spotlight on...12 family homes styled by interior designer Betsy Wentz, which she uses to illustrate how readers can transform their own spaces by simply starting with something they love. Plus, inspiring color photos, renovation tips, design advice, and a resource list.
For fans of: bold patterns and vibrant colors; home design coffee table books focused on house tours.
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| Trejo's Cantina: Cocktails, Snacks & Amazing Nonalcoholic Drinks From the Heart of... by Danny TrejoWhat it is: the latest cookbook by the legendary actor and restaurateur, who serves up both alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks as well as simple, fresh cantina-style snacks.
Don't miss: tips on creating an alcohol-free bar, cantina cooking secrets, and stories about growing up in Los Angeles and working in Hollywood.
Recipes include: Killer Kiwi Agua Fresca, The Juan Collins, Pico de Gallo, Super-Easy Tamales, Chai Spiced Apple Empanadas. |
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Me, myself, and pie : more than 100 simple & delicious Amish recipes
by Sherry Gore
"This unique and appealing cookbook from Amish food writer and pie expert Sherry Gore offers both traditional Amish pie recipes passed down through generations and modern recipes with surprise twists, as well as stories that highlight the beauty and simplicity of modern Amish life"
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Real Thai cooking : recipes and stories from a Thai food expert
by Chawadee Nualkhair
"Real Thai Cooking is a labor of love by Thailand's leading food blogger and street food expert, Chawadee "Chow" Nualkhair and Lauren Lulu Taylor who did the recipe testing and editing and provided many of the photographs. Her book presents the full range of iconic Thai recipes together with fascinating back stories that enable you to truly appreciate what you are cooking and eating!"
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Tenderheart : a cookbook about vegetables and unbreakable family bonds
by Hetty McKinnon
In this loving homage to her father, a Chinese immigrant in Australia, told in flavorful, vegetarian recipes, a James Beard Foundation finalist shares her love of vegetables which are the basis for over 180 recipes, including Miso Mushroom Ragu with Baked Polenta, Crispy Potato Tacos and Soy-Butter Boy Choy Pasta. Illustrations.
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Easy, Beautiful Handmade Rag Rugs
by Deana David
Easy and fun for everyone of all ages, learn about the timeless craft of making rag rugs! No loom, no machines, and no crocheting required, this inspiring and accessible project guide will show you step-by-step how to make beautiful rag rug crafts completely by hand from start to finish. Opening with complete overviews on five different rug-making techniques – from rug hooking to punch needle rugs – you’ll then learn how to design patterns, choose fabrics and materials to upcycle, and more. A detailed and inspiring projects and patterns section is then included for you finally make your very own sustainable, handmade floor rugs, pillows, wall hangings, and more!
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Chicken keeping pure + simple : a fun, friendly guide to backyard chicken keeping
by Nikki Husted
"Keeping chickens can look almost glamorous online. It's all beautiful chickens, cute baby chicks, and coops that look nice enough to spend the night in. The reality is that keeping chickens is rewarding-but also a lot of work and, well, poop cleanup. Ifyou follow her online, you already know that Nikki shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of this popular hobby. In her first book, she remains unfiltered while she shares the essential techniques and helpful stories from her own experience with backyardchickens. That's right: you can learn from her own successes and mistakes!"
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The hooktionary : a crochet dictionary of 150 modern tapestry crochet motifs
by Brenda K. B. Anderson
"The first and only crochet stitch dictionary to feature tapestry crochet motifs. With bold, graphic designs, the 150 motifs in this book are perfect for the modern maker. Plus, five projects allow you to mix and match motifs into one-of-a-kind designs that reflect your own tastes"
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Perfectly good food : a totally achievable zero waste approach to home cooking
by Margaret Li
"You're standing in front of your refrigerator, a week after your last trip to the supermarket. You've got a bunch of random veggies, some wrinkly fruit, near-expired milk, and those pricey fresh herbs you bought for that one recipe and don't know how touse up. For a split second you picture yourself opening a trash bag, throwing everything away, and ordering takeout. We've all been there. But instead...you pick up this cookbook. In no time you've prepared a Make-It-Your-Own Stir-Fry and How-You-Like-ItSavory Pancakes, plus a Mix-and-Match Fruit Galette that you'll have for dessert. Time to celebrate-you're saving food, shrinking that grocery bill, and learning some key skills for making the most of what you have. It's exciting to be able to create newdishes and waste less food, and most importantly-a delicious dinner is on the table! Written by the chef-sisters behind Boston's acclaimed Mei Mei Dumplings, this cookbook/field guide is a crucial resource for the thrifty chef, the environmentally mindful cook, and anyone looking to make the most of their ingredients"
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The printmaking bible : the complete guide to materials and techniques
by Ann D'Arcy Hughes
"With its stunning array of full-color images, The Printmaking Bible is the ultimate guide to the ins and outs of every variety of printmaking practiced today-from intaglio to monotype. In addition to in-depth step-by-step instructions, this book includes artist profiles that pull back the curtain on how professionals in the field create their work. You'll also find historical information on printmaking techniques, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section. Originally published in 2008, this comprehensive handbook has been revised and updated for this edition, which incorporates new artists, methods, and technologies from all over the world"
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