FOOD & WINE Cocktails '09

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FOOD & WINE Cocktails '09 by FOOD & WINE, includes recipes like Flor de Jalisco; Summer Berry Fizz; Caribbean Shrub; Simple Syrup; and Israeli Hummus with Whole Chickpeas.

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FOOD & WINE Cocktails '09

by FOOD & WINE

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From fizzes to freezes, beers to bitters and margaritas to mocktails, FOOD & WINE magazine is shaking up the world of home entertaining this summer with FOOD & WINE Cocktails 2009. F&W tapped the nation's top mixologists, as well as the F&W Test Kitchen staff, to compile more than 150 of the best cocktail and party-food recipes, including must-haves from the nation's hottest bars and lounges.

This summer, imbibers may be forgoing pricey drinks on the town for cool treats at home and F&W Cocktails 2009 can help save money by providing top-notch entertaining suggestions.

Key elements include:

Cocktail clinic section offers indispensable home bar tools, a lesson in glassware, mixology basics, a list of essential spirits and more
130 cocktail recipes including summer libations: Chapters on seasonal, frozen and pitcher drinks will get you in the mood for summer; Indulge with Carrot Colada (pg. 75 of the book), Aphrodisiac Margarita (pg. 87) or Cajun Lemonade (pg. 105)
First-ever spirits taste test with picks for high-end and value brands
More than 25 easy party-food recipes will keep your guests coming back for more; Try Maple-Glazed Peanuts and Bacon (pg. 167), Tuna Tartare Crisps (pg. 173) and Shrimp Salad Sliders (pg. 183)
Plus, an ultimate nightlife guide offers a listing of America's 100 best bars and lounges—from a great Atlanta gastropub to a San Francisco speakeasy—for those special nights out on the town

This softcover book is an annual series from FOOD & WINE Books, which also publishes the F&W Annual, Best of the Best, F&W Wine Guide and F&W Quick from Scratch Chicken Cookbook.