The World Encyclopedia of Coffee

by Banks, Mary; McFadden, Christine; Atkinson, Catherine

• ISBN13: 9780754801979
• ISBN10: 0754801977
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1999-10-01
• Publisher: Lorenz Books

Summary

In recent years, Americans have become real coffee connoisseurs, purchasing beans, grinders, makers and accessories with newfound zeal. Cafes and coffee chain are booming, and every corner of every city boasts a local favorite, with dozens of blends and special "house" favorite drinks and combinations. This new, all-encompassing book celebrates coffee in all its guises for all those whose day just wouldn't start without that initial cup. Including a thorough, carefully-researched history of coffee, from its origins as a beverage to its current role as an international commodity, and recipes for favorite foods and drinks incorporating coffee in a variety of forms, this encyclopedic treatment will delight all coffee lovers and perhaps even convert some hold-outs.

Table of Contents

The World of Coffee	p. 6
The History of Coffee	p. 8
Coffee Around the World	p. 54
The Art of Coffee Drinking	p. 106
The Recipes	p. 152
Cream Desserts and Hot Puddings	p. 154
Souffles and Meringues	p. 166
Fruit Desserts	p. 178
Frozen Desserts	p. 194
Cake and Torte Recipes	p. 206
Pies, Tarts and Pastries	p. 218
Sweets, Biscuits and Breads	p. 232
Suppliers and Acknowledgements	p. 246
Index	p. 252
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