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  • Purchasingby Andrew H. Feinstein; John M. Stefanelli

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2002; US$ 85.00

    For more than a decade, Purchasing: Selection and Procurement for the Hospitality Industry has set the standard for how the principles and practice of purchasing have been taught at universities, colleges, and culinary schools. Now, in its Fifth Edition, this cornerstone volume has been revised to address the latest technological tools used in the industry today. more...

  • Purchasing for Chefsby Andrew H. Feinstein; John M. Stefanelli

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2006; US$ 52.00

    A Compendium of Purchasing Principles for the Culinary Professional Purchasing For Chefs is unlike any other purchasing book on the market. It presents accurate, focused information that tells busy chefs what to do and how to do it. Unencumbered by theory and speculation, this practical guide can be read quickly and its principles can be implemented the next day. From knowing how much to buy to how to control pilfering - this is the complete resource for dramatically improving purchasing practices at any establishment where the chef is the heart of the house. Only the bestselling author team of Andrew Hale Feinstein and John M. Stefanelli can present a step-by-step approach to purchasing in a conversational style that not only makes the... more...

  • Specsby Lewis Reed

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2006; US$ 57.50

    A ready resource of the standards by which foods are measured, purchased, and inspected SPECS: The Foodservice and Purchasing Specification Manual is a must-have reference manual for the standards by which food is measured, specified for purchase, and inspected upon delivery to ensure that the foodservice operation is getting the value it is paying for. This new Student Edition is brimming with information on purchasing policies, foods, quality controls, and storage and handling procedures. Now in a handy, accessible format, it helps students and professionals ensure successful purchasing through quality control by covering: The development of a purchasing system, complete with sample forms for bids, ordering, receiving, and issuing * Quality... more...

  • Purchasingby Andrew H. Feinstein; John M. Stefanelli

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2008; US$ 106.95

    Essential information from a manager's perspective-revised for today's industry Within any hospitality business, the purchasing function underlies every aspect of the operation. Even if they are not purchasing agents, hospitality managers must have a firm grasp of purchasing principles in order to run a successful operation. Purchasing: Selection and Procurement for the Hospitality Industry, Seventh Edition offers a revised and updated edition of the foundational resource for this crucial area. The Seventh Edition of this classic book features: In-depth coverage throughout of the latest purchasing technology applications The most current standards and trends in all areas of purchasing: food, furniture, fixtures, and equipment Discussions... more...

  • A Meeting Planner's Guide to Catered Eventsby Patti J. Shock; John M. Stefanelli

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2008; US$ 45.00

    Food and beverage is the largest portion of a meeting budget, but most meeting and event planners have no formal background in purchasing and managing this expense. This guide helps event, meeting, and convention planners save money, negotiate contracts, deal with catering managers, and successfully manage the food and beverage aspect of their event. Covering everything from styles of service to on-premise and off-premise considerations to food and beverage contract negotiation, this book is a comprehensive and accessible reference for event planners and students. more...

  • Wine Tastingby Ronald S. Jackson

    Elsevier 2009; US$ 93.95

    Wine Tasting: A Professional Handbook is an essential guide for any professional or serious connoisseur seeking to understand both the theory and practice of wine tasting. From techniques for assessing wine properties and quality, including physiological, psychological, and physicochemical sensory evaluation, to the latest information on types of wine, the author guides the reader to a clear and applicable understanding of the wine tasting process. Including illustrative data and testing technique descriptions, Wine Tasting is for professional tasters, those who train tasters and those involved in designing wine tastings as well as the connoisseur seeking to maximize their perception and appreciation of wine. Key Features: * Revised and... more...

  • Daring Pairingsby Evan Goldstein

    University of California Press 2010; US$ 34.95

    The best wine and food pairings create harmony among unexpected flavors. Chardonnay, Riesling, and Merlot are classic pairing choices, but less conventional grape varieties like Albarińo, Grenache, Grüner Veltliner, Malbec, and Tempranillo are becoming increasingly popular, coveted by those with curious palates and a taste for good value. In Daring Pairings , the adventurous companion to the acclaimed Perfect Pairings , Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein shows how anyone can bring these emerging, exciting varieties to the table. He ventures into wine's new frontiers, exploring the flavors and pairing potential of thirty-six distinctive grapes from around the world, including Argentina, Spain, Italy, Greece, and France. In his entertaining and... more...

  • The Wine, Beer, and Spirits Handbookby The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes; Joseph LaVilla; Doug Wynn

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2009; US$ 45.00

    Master the mysteries of wine. The study of wine and beverages has become integral to hospitality education. The Wine, Beer, and Spirits Handbook demystifies the wine and wine-making process, examining not only the making and flavor profiles of wine, beer, and spirits, but also the business of wine service as practiced by a chef or sommelier. Unique to this book, is the strong emphasis on food and wine pairings, as well as food and beverage interactions. An entire chapter uncovers this broad, often intimidating, topic with detailed information on table wines, sparkling wines, fortified wines, beer and spirits. More importantly, The Handbook explains the responsibilities of a sommelier from both service and managerial perspectives. Readers... more...

  • The World's Greatest Wine Estatesby Robert M Parker

    Simon & Schuster 2010; US$ 59.99

    Over the past twenty-five years, renowned critic Robert M. Parker, Jr., has visited both legendary and fledgling wineries all over the world and has tasted hundreds of thousands of wines. Only a fraction of those wines have earned his highest ratings and are considered by him to be truly legendary. In his latest book, Parker brings together what he calls "the best of the best," taking readers on a personal tour of the wineries that have impressed him most with their dedication to quality, consistency, and excellence. The World's Greatest Wine Estates pays homage to exceptional wines and the exceptional people who make them. These lavishly illustrated pages showcase 175 of the world's most accomplished -- and most spectacular -- estates.... more...

  • Italian Wine For Dummiesby Mary Ewing-Mulligan; Ed McCarthy

    John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 14.99

    ?A must-have book for anyone who is serious about Italian wines.? ?Lidia Bastianich, host of PBS?s Lidia?s Italian Table ?I have yet to encounter more knowledgeable guides to...Italian wine.? ?Piero Antinori, President, Antinori Wines ?Bravo to Ed and Mary! This book shows their love for Italy, the Italian producers, and the great marriage of local foods with local wines. Here is a great book that presents the information without intimidation.? ?Piero Selvaggio, VALENTINO Restaurant Right now, Italy is the most exciting wine country on earth. The quality of Italian wines has never been higher and the range of wines has never been broader. Even better, the types of Italian wines available outside of Italy have never been greater. But with all... more...