Sour Lemon and Sweet Tea


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Eleven-year-old Lillie Mae Liles plans to play baseball all summer, and why not, since she has a baseball diamond in her front yard and enough brothers and sisters to form a team. But Lillie’s twin sister, bent on following the rules, thinks it is time for Lillie to grow up. As hard times hit Triple Gap, Georgia, Lillie finds herself feeding chickens that peck at her legs, growing vegetables she hates eating, and dodging insults from the richest and snobbiest girl in middle school. When Lillie spies on her parents and discovers a buried family secret, she turns her habit of spying into serious detective work. Believing that someone is trying to steal the farm, Lillie gets herself in one tangled mess after another. Can she untangle the mess she created in time to save her home? Rich in Southern humor, Sour Lemon and Sweet Tea is an irresistible journey of self-discovery, overcoming rejection, and the power of forgiveness.




Housekeeping in Old Virginia


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"Virginia, or the Old Dominion, as her children delight to call her, has always been famed for the style of her living ... Tearing the glittering arms of King George from their sideboards, and casting them, with their costly plate and jewels, as offerings into the lap of the Continental Congress, they introduced in their homes that new style of living in which, discarding all the showy extravagance of the old, and retaining only its inexpensive graces, they succeeded in perfecting that system which, surviving to this day, has ever been noted for its beautiful and elegant simplicity. This system, which combines the thrifty frugality of New England with the less rigid style of Carolina, has been justly pronounced, by the throngs of admirers who have gathered from all quarters of the Union around the generous boards of her illustrious sons, as the very perfection of domestic art." -- Preface.




The Spirits


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Rediscover the lost art of cocktailing. Of all the skills you might acquire in life, the ability to make a good cocktail is a never going to be a waste of your time. No lover will complain when you present them a well-iced Negroni as they walk through your door; no house-guest will complain at the suggestion of a round of Gin Sours. To cocktail was coined as a verb by F Scott Fitzgerald in 1928. This amateur guide to cocktailing, embodies Fitzgerald's Golden Age spirit while giving it a thoroughly modern makeover. Expressly structured for the amateur, the first chapter of this book shows how just 6 bottles are needed for 25 classic cocktails. From this simple start the book brings a wealth of cocktail recipes and knowledge, all the while reminding you of the pleasures of cocktailing chez toi. From a Pean to the Spritz and a rehabilitation of the Bromx, through cocktail history and cocktailonomics, to go-to lists like 'The Top 5 Girly Drinks', The Spirits is a perfect mix. Informative recipes blended with whimsy and anecdote, are given a dash of fun, and finished with a twist of brilliantly wry humour.




Tasty Express


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Tasty Express is full of easy-to-make, easy-to-take, wholesome and adventurous cooking from multi-talented food blogger, Sneh Roy. Tasty Express is your invitation to sample more than 100 exciting recipes from renowned blogger Sneh Roy of the award-winning blog, Cook Republic. Her simple but imaginative approach to cooking and her luscious photography have earned her legions of devoted followers. Here she presents a stunning range of new recipes and a scattering of her most popular creations. Sneh’s inspirations include the cosmopolitan eats of the urban food truck and inner city café, the fresh variety of a lively market and the unforgettable aromas of her childhood in India. She embraces healthy takes on modern classics like tacos, flatbreads, veggie burgers, granola and froyo, plus a few irresistibly naughty treats. Many of her hardworking creations can be easily packed away in a lunchbox or picnic basket for work, your next camping trip or potluck evening. The recipes are predominantly vegetarian, and they can be easily repurposed with your own favourite ingredients. For Sneh, food is about sharing with family and friends at happy mealtimes, picnics and gatherings. It is also about quiet moments with a bowl of something comforting and nourishing. In Tasty Express she brings her quirky sense of fun, her food and her photography together and invites you to join her on a delicious, fun-filled journey. Some of the wonderful dishes in the book include: Coconut Bircher Muesli, Carrot Cake Muffins, Kulfi Milk, Eggplant Lasagna Steaks, Kale Soup With Grilled Cheese, Brown Rice Biryani Salad, Quinoa Spice Croquettes, Sweet Potato And Pepita Burgers, Tofu And Cashew Curry, Burnt Butter Caramel Slice, Coconut Froyo and Gingerbread Tiramisu.




Sour Lemon Strikes out


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Two best friends. One impossible choice. Lillie Mae Liles thinks middle school will be a breeze, until movie star look-alike, Casey Culver, moves to Triple Gap and steals Lillie’s best friend. Even Lillie’s brother has a crush on Casey bigger than the Mississippi River. Disgusted with all the attention Casey receives, Lillie teams up with the school bully to make Casey’s life miserable. But when Casey agrees to play baseball on the farm, Lillie discovers she and Casey have a lot in common, and Lillie finds herself with two best friends. When Casey reveals a shocking secret, Lillie goes to the bully to stop the plot against Casey, but it’s too late. As hateful rumors spread, Lillie faces an impossible choice. Telling the truth may cost her two best friends, but staying silent could have far deadlier consequences. From the award-winning author of Sour Lemon and Sweet Tea comes an unforgettable story of bullying, friendship, and taking responsibility.




Joy the Baker Cookbook


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Joy the Baker Cookbook includes everything from "Man Bait" Apple Crisp to Single Lady Pancakes to Peanut Butter Birthday Cake. Joy's philosophy is that everyone loves dessert; most people are just looking for an excuse to eat cake for breakfast.




Sweet and Sour Lemon Treats


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Sweet and Sour Lemon Treats: 97 Delicious Dessert Recipes Cookbook Lemons are one of the most versatile fruits available, and they can be used in everything from savory dishes to sweet desserts. They add zest and tang to any recipe, and are particularly popular in baking. This cookbook, "Sweet and Sour Lemon Treats: 97 Delicious Dessert Recipes," is full of amazing sweet lemon recipes that are perfect for any occasion. The cookbook is divided into seven sections, each featuring a variety of dessert recipes that highlight the unique flavor of lemons. The first section, Lemon Cakes and Cupcakes, includes classic lemon pound cake, lemon cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, and lemon poppy seed bundt cake. These delicious treats have just the right amount of sweetness combined with the sour tanginess of lemons. The next section, Lemon Bars and Brownies, is full of delectable and easy-to-make desserts such as lemon custard squares, lemon bars, and lemon brownies. These treats will satisfy your sweet tooth, while also providing you with the refreshing taste of lemons. The third section, Lemon Pies and Tartlets, features classic and innovative recipes such as lemon meringue pie, ginger lemon tartlets, and lemon curd pie. These recipes are perfect for afternoon tea or dessert soirées with friends. In the fourth section, Lemon Cookies and Biscuits, you'll find lemon sugar cookies, lemon shortbread cookies, and lemon and white chocolate chip biscuits. These treats are perfect for baking with children and are sure to please everyone's sweet tooth. The fifth section, Lemon Cheesecakes and Puddings, is full of rich and creamy desserts such as lemon cheesecake, lemon curd pudding, and lemon and lime parfait. These are perfect for weekend dinners with friends or family celebrations. The sixth section, Lemon Ice Creams and Sorbets, features light and refreshing desserts such as lemon sorbet, lemon curd ice cream, and lemon meringue ice cream. These are perfect for hot summer days or an end-of-meal palate cleanser. The final section, Lemon Drinks and Cocktails, showcases a variety of lemon-infused beverages, including lemonade, strawberry lemonade, and lemonade spritzers. For those who prefer something with a bit more kick, there are also recipes for lemon vodka martini, lemon gin fizz, and lemon iced tea with bourbon. In addition to featuring a wide range of delicious and innovative recipes, Sweet and Sour Lemon Treats: 97 Delicious Dessert Recipes is also packed with helpful tips and tricks for baking with lemons. With easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful photographs showcasing each recipe, this cookbook is a must-have for any lover of lemon-flavored desserts. Whether you are an experienced baker or just starting out in the kitchen, this cookbook will provide you with endless inspiration for creating new and delicious treats with the tart and tangy flavor of lemons.




The Cookie Bible


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The ultimate cookie cookbook, from best-selling author of The Baking Bible Rose Levy Beranbaum This is your must-have cookie book, featuring nearly every cookie imaginable, from rustic Cranberry Chocolate Chippers to elegant French macarons, and everything in between--simple drop cookies, rolled-and-cut holiday cookies, brownies and other bars, pretty sandwich cookies, luxurious frosted or chocolate-dipped treats, and much more. With legendary baker Rose Levy Beranbaum's foolproof recipes--which feature detail-oriented instructions that eliminate guesswork, notes for planning ahead, ingenious tips, and other golden rules for success--it's easy to whip up a batch of irresistible, crowd-pleasing cookies anytime, for any occasion. Standout classics and new favorites include: Rose's Dream Chocolate Chip Cookies Lemon Lumpies Black Tahini Crisps Peanut Butter and Jelly Buttons Double Ginger Molasses Cookies Caramel Surprise Snickerdoodles Mom's Coconut Snowball Kisses Chocolate Sablés Gingerbread Folks (with a special sturdy variation for gingerbread houses) Pecan Freezer Squares Brownie Doughnuts Brandy Snap Rolls Plus "extra special" details including homemade Dulce de Leche, Wicked Good Ganache, Lemon Curd, and more




Batch Cocktails


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A hip, accessible guide to batch cocktail-making for entertaining, with 65 recipes that can be made hours—or weeks!—ahead of time so that hosts and hostesses have one less thing to worry about as the doorbell rings. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY BUZZFEED As anyone who has hosted a dinner party knows, cocktail hour is the most fun part of the evening for guests—but the most stressful for whomever is in charge of keeping the drinks flowing. The solution, though, is simple: batch it! In this fun collection, Maggie Hoffman offers 65 delicious and creative cocktails that you don't have to stir or shake to order; rather, they are designed to stay fresh when made ahead and served out of a pitcher. Recipes such as Tongue in Cheek (gin, Meyer lemon, thyme, Cocchi Rosa), Friendly Fires (mezcal, chile vodka, watermelon, lime), Birds & Bees Punch (rum, cucumber, green tea, lemon), and even alcohol-free options are organized by flavor profile—herbal, boozy, bitter, fruity and tart, and so on—to make choosing and whipping up a perfect pitcher of cocktails a total breeze.




Milk & Cardamom


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Sweeten Any Occasion with Bold, Unforgettable Desserts From Brown Butter Ghee Shortbread Cookies to Pomegranate Curd Brownies, these decadently spiced, versatile recipes are a joy to make and share. Drawing inspiration from her Indian-American upbringing and experience on MasterChef, Hetal Vasavada infuses every creation with the flavors of her heritage. The results are remarkable treats like Mango Lassi French Macarons and Ginger–Chai Chocolate Pot de Crème. Whip up a batch of small sweets (mithai) like Sesame Seed Brittle and Bourbon Biscuits, or impress guests with a fantastic breakfast like Banana Custard Brioche Donuts. The Gulab Jamun Cake, inspired by the quintessential Indian dough-balls soaked in spiced syrup, is the perfect showstopper for any gathering. Simple techniques and smart shortcuts make it easy to create familiar flavors or experiment with new ones. With delectable ingredients like ginger, cardamom, saffron, fennel and rose, every bite is worth celebrating.