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Wine and cooking enthusiasts will know immediately that they have uncorked something truly magical with Karen MacNeilsWine, Food Friends. This book combines the culinary expertise of Cooking Light with the wine connoisseurship of Karen MacNeil, todays preeminent wine authority. Award-winning author, lecturer, and television personality, Karen is a champion when it comes to the enjoyment of food and wine, which she summarizes in The Only Ten Principles of Matching Wine and Food Youll Ever Need. Pair Karens zeal for the art of wine with more than 150 Cooking Light kitchen-tested recipes and you have all the ingredients you need to reach new levels of gastronomical glory. Features nBuild your culinary knowledge base by combining 30 top-rated menus and recipes with wine recommendations for every season and any occasion nMore than 125 full-color photographs give visual cues for presenting casually elegant dishes nDemystifies wine terms with Karen MacNeils tried-and-true food and wine matchmaking concepts nOffers Karens own Sip Tipseasy-to-remember wine descriptors and non-intimidating advice on buying, ordering, and serving wine
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| 07-01-08 | 5 | 2\2 |
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I have already commented on the virtues of this book which influenced me to prefer it over the highly vaunted volume: What To Drink With What You Eat by Dornenburg/Page. See the review there for the contrast, if interested.
The only thing that bugged me here was the apparent reluctance to speak the word "Christmas" (!!!), but only the innocuous substitute of "holiday" in the book's "Winter" section. Are you kidding me? I realize MacNeil hosts a PBS series, but has the tyranny of political correctness now extended this far? If the author finds no personal significance in the meaning of this most cherished of American celebrations, it was at the very least a major missed opportunity to address the occasion (directly) in her otherwise fine work. (Needless to say, the same applies to the "Easter"/"spring celebration" situation.) (Review Data Last Updated: 2008-11-29 07:31:03 EST)
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| 06-29-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I received this as a gift and I am here to tell you, it is wonderful. I have made many, many of the recipes and they have all turned out great.. Even love it so much, I went out and bought it for 4 friends and they tell me they cannot wait to try the recipes.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-09 06:38:53 EST)
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| 06-28-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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Lots of good ideas and great parings and great recipes. Can't wait to try them all!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-09 06:38:53 EST)
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| 09-24-07 | 5 | 2\2 |
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I already am a fan of Karen MacNeils Wine,Food ,and Friends on PBS.Shes very eloquent and soo knowledgable.She presents her ideas in a friendly way as well.The recipes are phenomenal also.I tried the meatloaf with sundried tomatoes and the stuffing so far.They turned out great and the less expensive wines were not difficult to find.I cant wait for her Season 2 series on PBS.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-28 14:31:21 EST)
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| 09-23-07 | 5 | 2\2 |
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I already am a fan of Karen MacNeils Wine,Food ,and Friends on PBS.Shes very eloquent and soo knowledgable.She presents her ideas in a friendly way as well.The recipes are phenomenal also.I tried the meatloaf with sundried tomatoes and the stuffing so far.They turned out great and the less expensive wines were not difficult to find.I cant wait for her Season 2 series on PBS.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-09 06:38:53 EST)
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| 09-13-07 | 5 | (NA) |
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I may love wine, but I'm by no means an expert. As a food writer and long-time cook, I know my way around the kitchen, have no trouble whipping up a dinner party, and enjoy feeding people. However, I needed some help/advice for wine pairings. Oh... I know enough to know which whites work best with poultry or seafood, and I know a heavier beef dish calls for a more substantial red wine. Beyond that, I'm a novice learning my way. This book provides loads of information, suggestions, tips and encouragement in an entertaining style that isn't intimidating or condescending. The author knows food and wine, she loves food and wine, and it shows!
I highly recommend this book if you want to brush up your pairing skills, or if you simply want to learn a little more about wine and food for deliciously entertaining dinners. Those very seriously into wine (who know much more than I do) will also find the book a useful addition to their collections, as her recipes are wonderful. (Review Data Last Updated: 2007-09-24 04:21:16 EST)
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| 01-03-07 | 5 | 7\9 |
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This is one of the first cookbooks I have used since I have taken up cooking and I found all of the food recipes to be easy to follow and complete. The ending food product from these recipes is high quality and are great tasting. I found her wine pairings to be right on the money as being a knowledgable wine advocate. For those who are looking for great food menus to entertain freinds or family, this book is a "must have".
(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-09-13 11:48:31 EST)
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| 09-08-06 | 5 | 11\14 |
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I pre-ordered Wine, Food and Friends by Karen MacNeil and could hardly wait to receive it. In her true fashion, Ms. MacNeil has created another wonderfully accessible book on wine and food. The Wine Bible (her first book) is a staple in any true wine enthusiast's library and her new book is also a must. The recipes, along with wine pairings, and sharing of Ms. MacNeil's vast knowledge and expertise in wines and the wine world, make this more than just a visually beautiful book ... but a book one will turn to again and again for advice on entertaining with food and wine. Ms. MacNeil exhibits a warm, witty and personable style of writing that is universally appealing. I will be sending many copies of this book to friends and family!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-01-03 19:41:46 EST)
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