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Alice Waters and Chez Panisseby Thomas McNamee
Penguin Group Inc. 2007; US$ 12.99The first authorized biography of "the mother of American cooking" ( The New York Times ) This adventurous book charts the origins of the local "market cooking" culture that we all savor today. When Francophile Alice Waters opened Chez Panisse in Berkeley in 1971, few Americans were familiar with goat cheese, cappuccino, or mesclun. But it wasn't long before Waters and her motley coterie of dreamers inspired a new culinary standard incorporating ethics, politics, and the conviction that the best-grown food is also the tastiest. Based on unprecedented access to Waters and her inner circle, this is a truly delicious rags-to-riches saga. more...
The Hospitality Industry in Indiaby Vinnie Jauhari
Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2007; US$ 199.00This international e-book focuses on the hospitality industry in India. The Indian economy is on a trail of growth accompanied increased foreign investment, more business and leisure travel, and more opportunities for growth in the tourism sector. The research papers in this e-book capture the flavour of the fascinating transition that is taking place in India, and cover a diverse range of areas from the use of information technology for reservation in mid-size hotels in Indian to environmental consciousness. more...
Handbook of Hospitality Operations and ITby Peter Jones
Taylor & Francis 2008; US$ 97.95Handbook of Hospitality Operations and IT provides an authoritative resource for critical reviews of research into both operations and IT management. Internationally renowned scholars provide in-depth essays and explanations of case studies, to illustrate how practices and concepts can be applied to the hospitality industry. The depth and coverage of each topic is unprecedented. A must-read for hospitality researchers and educators, students and industry practitioners. * Theories of operations management, involving the processing of materials, customers and information * The responsibilities of the operations manager: quality, productivity, and innovation * The role of the customer in operations management * Major aspects of operations and... more...
Four Seasonsby Isadore Sharp
Penguin Group Inc. 2009; US$ 19.99The founder of Four Seasons Hotels shares the philosophy and values that have made his legendary brand How did a child of immigrants, starting with no background in the hotel business, create the world's most admired and successful hotel chain? And how has Four Seasons grown dramatically, over nearly a half century, without losing its focus on exceptional quality and unparalleled service? Isadore Sharp answers these questions in his engaging memoir, which doubles as a powerful guide for leaders in any field. He recalls the surprising history of his company, starting with its roots in his father's small construction business, which Sharp joined after getting a degree in architecture. Shifting into hotels wasn't easy, and he learned by trial... more...
Appetite for Americaby Stephen Fried
Bantam Books 2010; US$ 13.99The legendary life and entrepreneurial vision of Fred Harvey helped shape American culture and history for three generations—from the 1880s all the way through World War II—and still influence our lives today in surprising and fascinating ways. Now award-winning journalist Stephen Fried re-creates the life of this unlikely American hero, the founding father of the nation’s service industry, whose remarkable family business civilized the West and introduced America to Americans. Appetite for America is the incredible real-life story of Fred Harvey—told in depth for the first time ever—as well as the story of this country’s expansion into the Wild West of Bat Masterson and Billy the Kid, of the great days... more...
Kitchen Conby Trevor White
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2008; US$ 21.25"The difference between Gordon Ramsay and a talking pig is that Gordon Ramsay never shuts up.". —From Kitchen Con. Our consumer culture can’t help but get wrapped up in designer crazes— these days our collective attention is focused on the designer food frenzy. Chefs are our newest celebrities and their restaurants are their stages, but hidden behind the elegant façade of fine dining exists the stark and sometimes shocking reality of the food industry. Renowned food critic Trevor White exposes what goes on behind the scenes in the high-stakes world of the restaurateur. Diners, be forewarned: this biting critique of restaurant culture shows today’s most celebrated restaurants for what they really are: greedy,... more...
Strategic Hospitality Leadershipby Russell Arthur Smith; Judy Siguaw
John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 40.00Doing business in the tourism and hospitality scene in Asia can be very interesting and rewarding but also poses many challenges. Not many books have been written on the hospitality industry in Asia. Strategic Hospitality Leadership makes a useful contribution, providing the first specialized approach to the business of hospitality in Asia. The book is an invaluable resource of reference and insightful compendium by contributors who are the Cornell School of Administration's alumni, the Cornell-Nanyang Institute of Hospitality Management faculty, and members of its Joint Advisory Board. Their varied backgrounds and profound appreciation of the complexities in building enterprises from the ground up, or expanding an on-going business organization... more...
The Foodies' Guide to Melbourne 2010by Allan Campion
Hardie Grant Books 2009; US$ 29.95Got a craving for a cup of Italian hot chocolate? Need to pick up some fresh buffalo mozzarella? Or perhaps you're wondering where to go for the best sourdough loaf? If you answered yes to any of these questions, or simply take a lively interest in what you eat, then The Foodies' Guide to Melbourne is your essential guide. Discerning food writers Allan Campion and Michele Curtis have scoured the city on behalf of all its foodies. From gyoza in Camberwell to Persian fairy floss in Brunswick, they've discovered the best produce, products and services from the butchers, bakeries, delis and farmers' markets that make Melbourne one of the world's great food capitals. more...
Dining Guide to Japanby Boye Lafayette De Mente
Tuttle Publishing 2011; US$ 12.95Dining in Japan is both an art and an adventure—an experience that is made memorable by the variety of unique dishes, their gourmet quality and the style in which they are served. The Dining Guide to Japan introduces novices to the appropriate etiquette for different restaurants, along with what to expect and how to order. This handy guide will soon have visitors developing a taste for such things as miso soup, nori, ramen, soba, sukiyaki, udon, unagi, yaki-tori, and yes, even fugu, the deadly globefish! more...
Hide & Seek Sydney Feeling Peckish?by Hardie Grant Publishing
Hardie Grant Books 2012; US$ 7.95Just like a Lady Gaga outfit, the Sydney food scene has become more exciting, colourful and quirkier than ever. No longer do you need to be cashed-up and dressed to the nines to have a decent meal. Hide & Seek Sydney: Feeling Peckish?, is a guide to 30 of the citys hidden foodie treasures. Whether youre after some of the best sushi outside of Tokyo in an inner suburb backstreet, an authentic Italian diner in a city alleyway or breakfast in a tiny arcade surrounded by floral pink wallpaper, these are secret and intriguing places that you wont find in any regular travel guide. And none of these places will burn a hole in your wallet. more...









