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Management by Menu
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2007; US$ 53.50Management by Menu is an invaluable resource for its presentation of the menu as a central theme that influences all foodservice functions. Its unique perspective of tying the menu to overall management principles provides the future manager with the "big picture" of the operation of a restaurant. more...
The Pastry Chef's Companion
Wiley 2008; US$ 29.50With more than 4,800 terms and definitions from around the world plus ten appendices filled with helpful resources, The Pastry Chef's Companion combines the best features of a dictionary and an encyclopedia. In addition to the current terminology of every component of pastry, baking, and confectionary arts, this book provides important information... more...
Wine Politics
University of California Press 2008; US$ 21.95After reading this intriguing book, a glass of wine will be more than hints of blackberries or truffles on the palate. Written by the author of the popular, award-winning website DrVino.com, Wine Politics exposes a little-known but extremely influential aspect of the wine business?the politics behind it. Tyler Colman systematically explains how politics... more...
Design and Equipment for Restaurants and Foodservice
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2008; US$ 61.50The New Edition of a Favorite Resource! From the decor that helps define the customer's experience, to the steps taken to comply with workplace safety and health regulations, to the capital investments in major equipment,a well-designed foodservice facility blends many different elements into a functional and pleasing whole. Decision-makers who understand... more...
Principles of Food, Beverage, and Labor Cost Controls
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2008; US$ 62.50Separated into four parts including an introduction to food, beverage, and labor cost controls followed by separate sections each devoted to food, beverage, and labor, this classic text has been updated in this new Ninth Edition. In this new edition, key terms, key concepts, review questions, and spreadsheet exercises reinforce and support readers... more...
Restaurant Service Basics
Wiley 2008; US$ 29.50An excellent training tool for both hospitality programs and working restaurant managers, Restaurant Service Basics, 2nd Edition considers the entire dining experience in situations ranging from formal to casual. Step-by-step instructions guide readers through service functions. Different types of service French, American, English, Russia, Family-style,... more...
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Success as a Chef
DK Publishing 2007; US$ 18.95How to thrive in one of today's top ten "dream professions." Despite the long hours, arduous training, and grueling physical work, the allure of being a professional chef has made it one of the fastest growing career markets in America today. In this must-have guide, a master chef and baker gives practical, up-to-date advice on everything aspiring... more...
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Running a Bed & Breakfast
Alpha Books 2001; US$ 19.95You’re no idiot, of course. You’ve had the pleasure of staying at a few bed and breakfasts, and you’d love to open a charming inn of your own. But when you think about what it takes to get a business up and running, you want to hang the Do Not Disturb sign. This is your wake-up call! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Running... more...
Wine Tasting
Elsevier Science 2009; US$ 97.95Wine 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... more...
Nutrition for Foodservice and Culinary Professionals
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2009; US$ 62.50Updated and revised to address current concerns about nutrition throughout the life cycle, Nutrition for Foodservice and Culinary Professionals, Seventh Edition successfully covers core nutritional topics such as carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, and dietary needs from a culinary perspective. Bursting with a full-color design and plenty of photographs... more...









