Description |
xiv, 330 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm. |
Series |
--For dummies.
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Note |
Includes index. |
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Discover honey's benefits ; shop for, taste and pair varietal honeys ; make over 50 honey inspired recipes--on cover. |
Contents |
Introduction -- Honey, give me the lowdown -- Nutrition, health, and honey -- Honey varietals -- Becoming a honey tasting expert -- Hey, honey, let's party -- The part of tens -- Appendixes -- Index. |
Summary |
"Just like wine, cheese, beer or coffee, honey is an artisan food with much to be discovered. Whether you're interested in tasting the various varietals, using it as a cure, or harvesting your own, Honey For Dummies is the guide for you. This book reveals the deep and complex world of honey, its diverse floral sources, and its surprising range of colors, smells, and flavors. You will learn about over 50 single-origin honeys, their sensory characteristics, where they are produced and where to buy them. Discover how to taste and evaluate honey using the same methods as professional honey sensory expert. Understand how honey is produced by honeybees, and how beekeepers harvest, and bottle this liquid gold. You'll also discover the historical role honey has played around the world in folklore, religions, and economies. From its health benefits, to recipes, to food pairings, this complete guide covers all things honey!" -- Amazon.com. |
Subject |
Honey.
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Honey -- Flavor and odor.
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Cooking (Honey)
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Genre |
Cookbooks.
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Added Author |
Blackiston, Howland.
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Added Title |
Honey for dummies |
ISBN |
9781119780939 |
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1119780934 |
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