The Art of the Bar or Juice Alive

The Art of the Bar: Cocktails Inspired by the Classics

Author: Jeff Hollinger

From Tokyo to New York, a cocktail renaissance is happening as "bar chefs" create delicious elixirs worthy of their kitchen counterparts. An epicenter of this barroom artistry can be found at the Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in San Francisco (a city that spends more money per capita on alcohol than any other in the country). Bartenders Jeff Hollinger and Bob Schwartz share their artisan approach for stunning creations that unveil a new spectrum of flavors. Fresh herbs and even aromatic lavender are deftly used to augment classic and new cocktail recipes. Syrups and mixes are carefully crafted from scratch, ensuring small-batch perfection and a harmony of flavors. Acclaimed photographer Frankie Frankeny captures their virtuoso mixing performances with a refreshing take on the cocktail, creating a showpiece for any living room.

New interesting textbook:

Juice Alive: The Ultimate Guide to Juicing Remedies

Author: Steven Bailey

It's a fact--the juice of fresh fruits and vegetables provides a powerhouse of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. With just a single glass of juice daily, you can heal, nourish, and protect your body safely and naturally. The trick, of course, is knowing which juices can best serve your individual needs. In this interesting and easy-to-use guide, health experts Dr. Steven Bailey and Larry Trivieri, Jr. tell you everything you need to know to maximize the health benefits and tastes of juice.

The book begins with a unique look at the long and fascinating history of juicing, from Hippocrates to hip juice bars. It then examines the many components that make fresh juice truly good for you--good for weight loss, for renewed energy, for mental clarity, and so much more. Next, it next offers practical advice about the various types of juices available, as well as buying and storing tips for fruits, veggies, and herbs. The second half of the book begins with an important chart that matches up a host of ailments with the most appropriate juices. This is followed by over 100 delicious juice recipes. Also included is a juice cleansing regime and beauty aid program.

If you've never juiced before, let Juice Alive introduce you to a world bursting with the exciting tastes and incomparable benefits of fresh juices.