Book Review: Beer: A Global Journey through the Past and Present
Karen Meyers Beer is nothing new! It was invented over 10,000 years ago and has been influencing society since then to modern times, according to anthropologist John W. Arthur, author of Beer:…
Book Review: Herbs: Gardens, Decorations, and Recipes
Karen Herbs by Emelie Tolley, celebrates herbs with their ability to stimulate the senses and bring joy to every aspect of life. With more than 450 photographs Tolley shares her visits…
Book Review: The Vegetarian Flavor Bible
Karen Page’s book, The Vegetarian Flavor Bible, is a comprehensive guide to plant-based flavor pairings for a wide range of foods including vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes, nuts and seeds. By…
Book Review: Marijuana Affecting Lives
Janie Havemeyers’s book, Marijuana Affecting Lives, explores the dangers associated with marijuana use through 4 case studies. Focusing on two teenagers and two adults, these case studies point out such…
Book Review: The New Chardonnay
The legalization of marijuana by many states for both medical and recreational use has allowed cannabis to enter the mainstream of American life but the path has not always been…
Book Review: From Soil to Garden
In her book, From soil to Garden, Mari Schuh, introduces young readers to the steps necessary to create a garden. She begins by discussing the basic characteristics of a suitable…
Book Review: Cannabis Jobs
With the increasing legalization of marijuana for medical and recreational use, the cannabis industry is growing, offering many new job opportunities . In his book Cannabis Jobs, author Andrew Ward…
Book Review: Fairy Gardening
Fairy Gardening, by Julie Bawden-Davis and Beverly Turner offers an exciting adventure into the world of fairy gardens. With abundant photographs, the authors provide a guide to creating these miniature…
Book Review: High Tea
If the title, High Tea, conjures up ladies enjoying scones and finger sandwiches accompanied by Earl Grey tea you will be surprised by Diana Isaiou’s book. As a food stylist…
Book Review: Micromonsters in the Garden
Did you know that one gram of soil may harbor up to 10 billion microorganisms of possibly thousands of different species? It’s a scary thought especially considering that many of…