Cooking
Sometimes when I review a book I keep it. Other times I give it away. Recently a couple of books that I reviewed fell into that second category.
First off a pocket version of Patricia Unterman's San Francisco Food Lover's Guide. This is the most handy guide to finding good things to eat. I've raved about earlier versions of the guide and this one is no exception. No reviewer is going to match everyones tastes perfectly, but Unterman comes pretty close.
The guide divides up recommendations by neighborhood and includes restaurants, cafes, bars, delis, markets, wine, cookware and more. Stash this slim volume in your glove compartment and you will never be at a loss for dining options ever again. While this book is not just for tourists, I couldn't help but pass my copy off to a visiting hungry eater/blogger who already used it to find the burrito of his dreams.
The other book that impressed me was Everyday Food: Great Food Fast. It's filled with 250 terrific recipes and photos to go with each and every one of them. The detailed prep and cooking times and generally short list of ingredients help to ensure success. While I gleaned some wonderful tips from this book, it is perfect for my friends, and there are several, who do not feel at home in the kitchen. If you are looking for a good gift for someone learning to cook or getting reacquainted with their kitchen, this is it.
FOOD
- Michelin Missed The Mark
Ok, so I've finally gotten a chance to really dive into the Michelin Guide San Francisco: Bay Area and Wine Country 2007 and I now have a bit more of an opinion. While most critics and bloggers are focusing on the issue of "who got how many stars"...
- Zagat Survey
It's that time again. If you register with Zagat, then rate three or more San Francisco restaurants, you will receive a free copy of their popular guidebook. The survey has been streamlined this year and it's much easier to fill out. This year...
- San Francisco Food Lover's Guide: Review
You might have noticed all my caveats about the Zagat Survey the other day. I have none to report for the fourth edition of Patricia Unterman's San Francisco Food Lover's Guide. As the last edition did, this one shall sit right next to the Zagat...
- Zagat Survey
The best thing about the Zagat Survey is how tremendously convenient it is. While an online subscription may give you access to all the guides, having the actual book also has its merits. It's a great thing to throw in the glove compartment or keep...
- Patricia Unterman's San Francisco Food Lover's Guide:book
I remember reading "The Food Lovers Guide to Paris" by Patricia Wells back in the early 1980's. It was a revelation to me. Someone who knew and loved food so well took the time to catalog all the best places in Paris for eating and shopping for food....
Cooking
Books to Give and Get
Sometimes when I review a book I keep it. Other times I give it away. Recently a couple of books that I reviewed fell into that second category.
First off a pocket version of Patricia Unterman's San Francisco Food Lover's Guide. This is the most handy guide to finding good things to eat. I've raved about earlier versions of the guide and this one is no exception. No reviewer is going to match everyones tastes perfectly, but Unterman comes pretty close.
The guide divides up recommendations by neighborhood and includes restaurants, cafes, bars, delis, markets, wine, cookware and more. Stash this slim volume in your glove compartment and you will never be at a loss for dining options ever again. While this book is not just for tourists, I couldn't help but pass my copy off to a visiting hungry eater/blogger who already used it to find the burrito of his dreams.
The other book that impressed me was Everyday Food: Great Food Fast. It's filled with 250 terrific recipes and photos to go with each and every one of them. The detailed prep and cooking times and generally short list of ingredients help to ensure success. While I gleaned some wonderful tips from this book, it is perfect for my friends, and there are several, who do not feel at home in the kitchen. If you are looking for a good gift for someone learning to cook or getting reacquainted with their kitchen, this is it.
| READ MORE My full review and a sample recipe from Everyday Food:Great Food Fast is up on Bay Area Bites |
FOOD
- Michelin Missed The Mark
Ok, so I've finally gotten a chance to really dive into the Michelin Guide San Francisco: Bay Area and Wine Country 2007 and I now have a bit more of an opinion. While most critics and bloggers are focusing on the issue of "who got how many stars"...
- Zagat Survey
It's that time again. If you register with Zagat, then rate three or more San Francisco restaurants, you will receive a free copy of their popular guidebook. The survey has been streamlined this year and it's much easier to fill out. This year...
- San Francisco Food Lover's Guide: Review
You might have noticed all my caveats about the Zagat Survey the other day. I have none to report for the fourth edition of Patricia Unterman's San Francisco Food Lover's Guide. As the last edition did, this one shall sit right next to the Zagat...
- Zagat Survey
The best thing about the Zagat Survey is how tremendously convenient it is. While an online subscription may give you access to all the guides, having the actual book also has its merits. It's a great thing to throw in the glove compartment or keep...
- Patricia Unterman's San Francisco Food Lover's Guide:book
I remember reading "The Food Lovers Guide to Paris" by Patricia Wells back in the early 1980's. It was a revelation to me. Someone who knew and loved food so well took the time to catalog all the best places in Paris for eating and shopping for food....