Apples of Uncommon Character: Heirlooms, Modern Classics, and Little-Known Wonders - Rilegato

Jacobsen, Rowan

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ISBN 10: 1620402270 ISBN 13: 9781620402276

Casa editrice: Bloomsbury USA, 2014

Riassunto

In his classic A Geography of Oysters, Rowan Jacobsen forever changed the way America talks about its best bivalve. Now he does the same for our favorite fruit, showing us that there is indeed life beyond Red Delicious-and even Honeycrisp. While supermarkets limit their offerings to a few waxy options, apple trees with lives spanning human generations are producing characterful varieties-and now they are in the midst of a rediscovery. From heirlooms to new designer breeds, a delicious diversity of apples is out there for the eating.

Apples have strong personalities, ranging from crabby to wholesome. The Black Oxford apple is actually purple, and looks like a plum. The Knobbed Russet looks like the love child of a toad and a potato. (But don't be fooled by its looks.) The D'Arcy Spice leaves a hint of allspice on the tongue. Cut Hidden Rose open and its inner secret is revealed.

With more than 150 art-quality color photographs, Apples of Uncommon Character shows us the fruit in all its glory. Jacobsen collected specimens both common and rare from all over North America, selecting 120 to feature, including the best varieties for eating, baking, and hard-cider making. Each is accompanied by a photograph, history, lore, and a list of characteristics. The book also includes 20 recipes, savory and sweet, resources for buying and growing, and a guide to the best apple festivals. It's a must-have for every foodie.

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Recensione

Jacobsen leads with his fearless palate every time-he's a down-to-earth companion you listen to, even if you don't always agree with him. (Boston Globe on A Geography of Oysters)

One cannot help but get a little hungry while perusing Jacobsen's enchanting book. Part manifesto, part travelogue, part science lesson, and part cookbook, this saliva-inducing work is . . . a sensual, titillating, sometimes lewd journey into the best foodstuffs of America. (The New Republic on American Terroir)

Jacobsen eases readers into discussions of chemistry, history, geography, and gastronomy with cavalier charm and worldly wit . . . Inspirational and highly engaging. (Library Journal on American Terroir)

Descrizione del libro

A celebration of America's apple renaissance by a James Beard Award-winning author.

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• Editore: Bloomsbury USA
• Data di pubblicazione: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1620402270
• ISBN 13: 9781620402276
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 320