The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Martinis
Author | : James O. Fraioli |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 164 |
Release | : 2008-10-07 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781440652332 |
ISBN-13 | : 1440652333 |
Rating | : 4/5 (32 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Is 'shaken, not stirred' really better? From Fred Astaire to James Bond, the martini has enjoyed a reputation as the stylish drink of sophisticates. This guide shows readers how to mix more than 150 mouthwatering variations on this fabled cocktail - even a pumpkin martini for Halloween - and serves up delicious facts about the history and lore of martinis sure to make any amateur drink mixer sound like a seasoned bon vivant. ?Includes over 150 recipes for traditional and stylish martinis ?Fun-filled trivia on this sophisticated drink that's made a major comeback in recent years ?From an award-winning food author and an award-winning mixology consultant