Yolo County Library
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Home, Garden, and DIYJanuary 2015
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We must have a pie. Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie." ~ from David Mamet's Boston Marriage
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New and Recently Released!
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| Catification: Designing a Happy and Stylish Home for Your Cat (and You!) by Jackson Galaxy and Kate BenjaminNo matter how much we love our feline companions, they can sometimes be challenging to live with. In Catification, Animal Planet host Jackson Galaxy and designer Kate Benjamin join forces to promote more harmonious cat-human households. Galaxy describes how understanding your cat's behavior can help you design a home that's comfortable for you both, while Benjamin provides photos and instructions for projects ranging from beds to catios (cat patios) to a wall-mounted kitty superhighway. Suitable for all kinds of homes and skill levels, Catification is an invaluable resource; as Library Journal declares, "if you have cats, you need this book." |
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| The Wreath Recipe Book: Year-Round Wreaths, Swags, and Other Decorations... by Alethea Harampolis and Jill RizzoIf you, like many people, think of wreaths mainly as holiday decorations, you'll be dazzled by the year-round variety in The Wreath Recipe Book. Designers Alethea Harampolis and Jill Rizzo, the team behind the popular Flower Recipe Book, apply the same clear instructions and unconventional style to wreaths, garlands, and wall hangings. Organized by season and illustrated in glorious full-color photos, there are over 100 arrangements to choose from, including several with reusable elements such as live succulents or fragrant lavender. If you'd like to add simpler or more traditional wreaths to your repertoire, try Trisha Malcolm's Family Circle Easy Wreaths. |
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| Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails by David Kaplan, Nick Fauchald, and Alex DayWeighty and imposing, this handsome volume exudes authority -- as well it should, considering that Manhattan bar Death & Co is a world-renowned leader in the craft cocktail movement. Inside these pages, adventurous mixologists will find advice for stocking a home bar (right down the best kind of ice), as well as recipes for over 450 innovative cocktails with names that are just as intriguing as the drinks themselves: Stolen Huffy, Corpse Reviver #2, Velvet Warhol, Naked and Famous, and more. "Sophisticated and inviting" (Library Journal), Death & Co will inspire beginning bartenders and pros alike. |
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| Ovenly: Sweet & Salty Recipes from New York's Most Creative Bakery [on order] by Agatha Kulaga and Erin PatinkinDon't let the beautiful cake on the cover fool you: the first cookbook from the owners of Brooklyn's Ovenly bakery isn't all about sugar. Influenced by eastern European baking methods, these recipes winningly combine savory and sweet, allowing you to liven up brunch with spicy Bloody Mary Scones or satisfy your salt cravings with Caramel Bacon Hot Tarts. Techniques for cookies, cakes, quick breads, muffins, and other treats are all included alongside photographic instructions, making Ovenly an easy-to-use resource for bakers who appreciate bold, enticing flavors. |
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| A Year of Pies: A Seasonal Tour of Home Baked Pies [on order] by Ashley EnglishIf pie at every meal sounds heavenly to you, then prepare to explore paradise in A Year of Pies. Focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients, this year-round collection of pie recipes can be mined for both entrees and desserts. Many recipes, like rosemary bourbon sweet potato pie, are twists on old favorites, while others, like ratatouille and polenta pie, are an exciting departure from the norm. Best of all, the recipes are accompanied by mouthwatering photos, as well as troubleshooting tips for pie's most challenging component: crust. For further innovative recipes and pie crust secrets, check out Allison Kave's First Prize Pies. |
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| United States of Pie: Regional Favorites from East to West and North to South [on order] by Adrienne KaneUnited States of Pie collects authentic heirloom pie recipes culled from archives of farm wives' recipes, church cookbooks, newspapers, and other historic sources. Lost favorites (Chipmunk Pie, an apple-nut confection) and beloved classics (Southern Peach Pie) are described in such lush language and tantalizing detail that you'll be dying to try every recipe for yourself -- even without photos to lure you. All but the most novice bakers can easily follow the baking tips provided, and all recipes' measurements, temperature settings, etc. have been adapted for modern home bakers. |
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Yolo County Library
226 Buckeye St. Woodland, California 95695 530-666-8005
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