The Oxford Companion to Wine by Jancis Robinson, A. Dinsmoor Webb, Richard E. Smart I can’t think of a more complete and well-written wine reference book than Jancis Robinson’s Oxford Companion to Wine. It’s a must for every wine library and includes information about all of the world’s wine regions, grapes, styles and terms. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $71.53 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $75.00 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $40.95 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: US $52.00
Month: March 2011
The Heartbreak Grape: A Journey in Search of the Perfect Pinot Noir
The Heartbreak Grape: A Journey in Search of the Perfect Pinot Noir Marq De Villiers Before Sideways, pinot noir found a following with readers of the Heartbreak Grape by Marc de Villiers. This is the Nova Scotia author’s only book on wine, and I wish he’d write more on the topic. But as he told me recently, he’s sticking to drinking it for now. Fortunately, we have his take on one of the world’s most seductive and silky red wines as told through the story of one of California’s best winemakers Josh Jensen of Calera Vineyards. Buy it from Amazon […]
The Great Canadian Beer Guide
The Great Canadian Beer Guide by Stephen Beaumont Stephen Beaumont isn’t just Canada’s best beer writer, but one of the best in the world. He has an intelligent, conversational tone that I enjoy whether I’m reading his journalism or his books, such as the Great Canadian Beer Guide. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $19.96 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $24.95 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $19.95 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: US $19.95
The Emperor of Wine
The Emperor of Wine by Elin McCoy A fascinating account of the world’s most powerful wine critic, Robert Parker. This biography yields terrific insights into how the world of wine has changed, along with our taste. A must-read for anyone interested in wine beyond what’s simply in the glass. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $21.67 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $24.57 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $14.37 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: US $14.95
The Craft of the Cocktail
The Craft of the Cocktail by Dale DeGroff In The Craft of the Cocktail, one of America’s greatest bartenders, DeGroff reviews the classic cocktail recipes with some new twists. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $37.10 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $37.10 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $24.50 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: US $35.00
The Cork Jester’s Guide to Wine
The Cork Jester’s Guide to Wine by Jennifer Rosen A light-hearted look at ordering, tasting and enjoying wine. Jennifer has a wonderful sense of humor that makes wine accessible to all. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $12.58 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $18.53 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $9.72 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: US $14.95
The Accidental Connoisseur: An Irreverent Journey Through the Wine World
The Accidental Connoisseur: An Irreverent Journey Through the Wine World Lawrence Osborne The Accidental Connoissuer by Lawrence Osborne is a wonderful romp through the world of wine. Osborne asks each person he meets what taste is as it relates to wine. The answers prove insightful and at times, hilarious. Buy it from Amazon Canada: $16.00 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: $16.00 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: $14.00 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: $14.00
Tasting Pleasure:
Tasting Pleasure: by Jancis Robinson A graceful memoir from one of the world’s best wine writers. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $19.54 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $22.99 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $11.17 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: US $17.00
Salut! The story of beer in Quebec:
Salut! The story of beer in Quebec: a history and micro-beer cookbook by Raymond Beauchemin. A great resource for those who want to learn more about small breweries and for those who love to cook with beer. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $15.16 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $18.95 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $13.27
Saké Pure & Simple
Saké Pure & Simple by John Gauntner Saké Pure & Simple looks at how to serve and enjoy Japan’s national drink. He also recommends sakés to try and how to make saké cocktails. Buy it from Amazon Canada: CDN $13.10 Buy it from Chapters/Indigo Canada: CDN $12.95 Buy it from Amazon U.S.: US $9.95 Buy it from Barnes & Noble: check for new stock
