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Secrets of the Sommeliers : How to Think and Drink Like the World
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Publisher
Potter/Ten SPEED/Harmony/Rodale
ISBN-10
158008298X
ISBN-13
9781580082983
eBay Product ID (ePID)
19038486138
Product Key Features
Book Title
Secrets of the Sommeliers : How to Think and Drink like the World's Top Wine Professionals
Number of Pages
240 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2010
Topic
Beverages / Alcoholic / Wine, Industries / Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Beverages / Alcoholic / Bartending, Essays & Narratives
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Cooking, Business & Economics
Format
Hardcover
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Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
28 Oz
Item Length
9.1 in
Item Width
7.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2010-022017
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
“Parr and Mackay’s handbook for aspiring sommeliers is, unexpectedly, one of the most user-friendly manuals for the wine-curious to come along. . . . That’s because its subject isn’t really wine-it’s how to master the practical application of wine to every-day life. Everything in the book (especially the candid anecdotes from wine masters) illuminates an aspect of tasting, buying, pairing, or pouring. And insider tips not covered in more encyclopedic tomes, such as how to recognize boutique “growerâ€� champagnes just from the label, are guaranteed to boost your wine ego after a single read.â€� --San Francisco magazine, November 2010 "A good gift for the wine-obsessed." --S. Irene Virbila, L.A. Times Daily Dish blog, 11/15/10 “‘Secrets’ performs the invaluable task of mining not only Parr's brain but also the expertise of many Bay Area sommelierati for a very focused take on how to choose wine, understand a wine list and buy with a savvy eye. . . .It provides an inside track that's so often missing from most buying guides' neutral tone.â€� --San Francisco Chronicle, 11/7/10 "Oenophiles on any level could learn from this exploration into the inside world of wine and the people who present it." --Gayot.com, 11/1/10 “Parr, director of wine for Michael Mina's restaurants, and San Francisco-based writer Jordan Mackay have penned an indispensable tool. Not simply a peek into the mind of Parr and his wine-loving compatriots, the book is full of useful tips.â€� --Tasting Table SF, 10/19/10 "Whether your aspiration is to become a world class sommelier, or simply to find a better bottle of Burgundy, this is a must-have book for any passionate wine consumer." --Jon Troutman, Corkd.com, 10/19/10 “Let me say that this is a fascinating look at a world of after-hours tastings and tenacious debates, at the wines that many sommeliers care most about, and at restaurant service from an insider’s view. We meet many unusual and charismatic personalities, not least of whom is Mr. Parr, whose journey from a childhood in Calcutta to the highest level of American wine culture is testimony to energy, talent and hard work. And, in the tradition of the best sommeliers, useful lessons and tips are conveyed painlessly and entertainingly.â€� --Eric Asimov, New York Times Diner’s Journal, 10/5/10 "It's a comprehensive book that's perfect for any oenophile-or anybody wanting to become one." --Cond Nast Traveler, Moveable Feast blog, 8/6/10 From the Hardcover edition., "Let me say that this is a fascinating look at a world of after-hours tastings and tenacious debates, at the wines that many sommeliers care most about, and at restaurant service from an insider's view. We meet many unusual and charismatic personalities, not least of whom is Mr. Parr, whose journey from a childhood in Calcutta to the highest level of American wine culture is testimony to energy, talent and hard work. And, in the tradition of the best sommeliers, useful lessons and tips are conveyed painlessly and entertainingly." --Eric Asimov, New York Times Diner's Journal, 10/5/10 "It's a comprehensive book that's perfect for any oenophile-or anybody wanting to become one." --CondÉ Nast Traveler, Moveable Feast blog, 8/6/10, "It's a comprehensive book that's perfect for any oenophile-or anybody wanting to become one." --Condeacute; Nast Traveler, Moveable Feast blog, 8/6/10, "Parr & Jordan open a window onto the workings of a great sommeliers mind. . . .The result is part history lesson, part insider's guide to the best producers and best buys, but, most of all, it's a testament to all the hard work that goes into being a great sommelier." -Wine & Spirits, December 2010 "Readers will put this book down with a better understanding of their restaurant experience, and may head put to dine with a little less fear of the sommelier. And while we don't typically dine at home the way we do in restaurants, our own wine choices as 'home sommeliers' will be better informed from this book." -WashingtonPost.com, All We Can Eat blog, 12/2/10 "Parr and Mackay's handbook for aspiring sommeliers is, unexpectedly, one of the most user-friendly manuals for the wine-curious to come along. . . . That's because its subject isn't really wine-it's how to master the practical application of wine to every-day life. Everything in the book (especially the candid anecdotes from wine masters) illuminates an aspect of tasting, buying, pairing, or pouring. And insider tips not covered in more encyclopedic tomes, such as how to recognize boutique "grower" champagnes just from the label, are guaranteed to boost your wine ego after a single read." -San Francisco magazine, November 2010 "A new take to the omnibus-guide genre. 'Secrets' harnesses Parr's immense pool of knowledge and observations from the nation's top wine directors for a pointed, thoughtful take on the essentials of wine." -San Francisco Chronicle, 11/28/10 "For the advanced wine geek, this book will become a bible. . . . If you're not thinking like a sommelier now you will be by book's end." -San Jose Mercury News, Holiday Gift Guide for Foodies, 11/24/10 "A good gift for the wine-obsessed." -S. Irene Virbila, L.A. Times Daily Dish blog, 11/15/10 "'Secrets' performs the invaluable task of mining not only Parr's brain but also the expertise of many Bay Area sommelierati for a very focused take on how to choose wine, understand a wine list and buy with a savvy eye. . . .It provides an inside track that's so often missing from most buying guides' neutral tone." -San Francisco Chronicle, 11/7/10 "Oenophiles on any level could learn from this exploration into the inside world of wine and the people who present it." -Gayot.com, 11/1/10 "Parr, director of wine for Michael Mina's restaurants, and San Francisco-based writer Jordan Mackay have penned an indispensable tool. Not simply a peek into the mind of Parr and his wine-loving compatriots, the book is full of useful tips." -Tasting Table SF, 10/19/10 "Whether your aspiration is to become a world class sommelier, or simply to find a better bottle of Burgundy, this is a must-have book for any passionate wine consumer." -Jon Troutman, Corkd.com, 10/19/10 "Let me say that this is a fascinating look at a world of after-hours tastings and tenacious debates, at the wines that many sommeliers care most about, and at restaurant service from an insider's view. We meet many unusual and charismatic personalities, not least of whom is Mr. Parr, whose journey from a childhood in Calcutta to the highest level of American wine culture is testimony to energy, talent and hard work. And, in the tradition of the best sommeliers, useful lessons and tips are conveyed painlessly and entertainingly." -Eric Asimov, New York Times Diner's Journal, 10/5/10 "It's a comprehensive book that's perfect for any oenophile-or anybody wanting to become one." -Cond Nast Traveler, Moveable Feast blog, 8/6/10, "Parr and Mackay's handbook for aspiring sommeliers is, unexpectedly, one of the most user-friendly manuals for the wine-curious to come along. . . . That's because its subject isn't really wine-it's how to master the practical application of wine to every-day life. Everything in the book (especially the candid anecdotes from wine masters) illuminates an aspect of tasting, buying, pairing, or pouring. And insider tips not covered in more encyclopedic tomes, such as how to recognize boutique "grower" champagnes just from the label, are guaranteed to boost your wine ego after a single read." --San Francisco magazine, November 2010 "Parr, director of wine for Michael Mina's restaurants, and San Francisco-based writer Jordan Mackay have penned an indispensable tool. Not simply a peek into the mind of Parr and his wine-loving compatriots, the book is full of useful tips." --Tasting Table SF, 10/19/10 "Whether your aspiration is to become a world class sommelier, or simply to find a better bottle of Burgundy, this is a must-have book for any passionate wine consumer." --Jon Troutman, Corkd.com, 10/19/10 "Let me say that this is a fascinating look at a world of after-hours tastings and tenacious debates, at the wines that many sommeliers care most about, and at restaurant service from an insider's view. We meet many unusual and charismatic personalities, not least of whom is Mr. Parr, whose journey from a childhood in Calcutta to the highest level of American wine culture is testimony to energy, talent and hard work. And, in the tradition of the best sommeliers, useful lessons and tips are conveyed painlessly and entertainingly." --Eric Asimov, New York Times Diner's Journal, 10/5/10 "It's a comprehensive book that's perfect for any oenophile-or anybody wanting to become one." --CondÉ Nast Traveler, Moveable Feast blog, 8/6/10, "Parr, director of wine for Michael Mina's restaurants, and San Francisco-based writer Jordan Mackay have penned an indispensable tool. Not simply a peek into the mind of Parr and his wine-loving compatriots, the book is full of useful tips." --Tasting Table SF, 10/19/10 "Whether your aspiration is to become a world class sommelier, or simply to find a better bottle of Burgundy, this is a must-have book for any passionate wine consumer." --Jon Troutman, Corkd.com, 10/19/10 "Let me say that this is a fascinating look at a world of after-hours tastings and tenacious debates, at the wines that many sommeliers care most about, and at restaurant service from an insider's view. We meet many unusual and charismatic personalities, not least of whom is Mr. Parr, whose journey from a childhood in Calcutta to the highest level of American wine culture is testimony to energy, talent and hard work. And, in the tradition of the best sommeliers, useful lessons and tips are conveyed painlessly and entertainingly." --Eric Asimov, New York Times Diner's Journal, 10/5/10 "It's a comprehensive book that's perfect for any oenophile-or anybody wanting to become one." --CondÉ Nast Traveler, Moveable Feast blog, 8/6/10
Dewey Decimal
641.2/2
Table Of Content
1. Introduction 2. Mathematical Preliminary 3. Development of Block Diagrams for Control Systems 4. Quantitative and Qualitative Analyses of Control Systems 5. Computer Simulation and Realizations 6. Design Criteria, Constraints, and Feedback 7. The Root-Locus Method 8. Frequency-Domain Techniques 9. The Inward Approach: Choice of Overall Transfer Functions 10. Implementation: Linear Algebraic Method 11. State Space Design 12. Discrete-Time System Analysis 13. Discrete-Time System Design 14. PID Controllers Appendix A. The Laplace Transform Appendix B. Linear Algebraic Equations Index
Synopsis
A fascinating exploration of the inside world of sommeliers, sharing their unique perspectives, extensive expertise, and best stories. Rajat Parr's profound knowledge of wines, deep relationships with producers, and renowned tasting abilities have made him a legend in the business. As wine director for the Mina Group, Parr presides over the lists at some of the country's top restaurants. In Secrets of the Sommeliers , Parr and journalist Jordan Mackay present a fascinating portrait of the world's top wine professionals and their trade. The authors interviewed the elite of the sommelier community, and their colleagues' insights, recommendations, and entertaining stories are woven throughout, along with Parr's own takes on his profession and favorite winemakers and wines. Along the way, the authors give an immersion course in tasting and serving wine; share strategies for securing hard-to-find bottles at a good price and identifying value sweetspots among the many regions; and teach readers how to make inspired food pairings. Winner - 2011 James Beard Cookbook Award - Beverage Category
LC Classification Number
TX925.P35 2010
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- e***g (58)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseExcellent prices on used books in great condition. Shipped out quickly. Product condition is accurate to rating in listing. Thanks! NOTE: For this particular book (I ordered several), it came in a soft cover rather than hard cover as the listing stated. I contacted the seller and they responded promptly. They agreed that it was a listing error and provided me with a full refund for this book (without return required) proving they are both a responsible and trustworthy seller.
- 0***1 (1563)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThis book arrived within the time period given and was in the 'very good' condition described. Unfortunately, only being packaged in a plastic bag to traverse the Atlantic meant that all four corners got a battering (I would be happy to pay bit more in future for a bit of cardboard support in packaging) but all in all, the price was good and overall service for books that are difficult to get over here, I am very happy with this purchase and would recommend this seller. Will buy again from them.