Drinks
 Uncorking the Past
Patrick E. McGovern
In Uncorking the Past Patrick E. McGovern examines the history of the alcoholic beverage, from ancient winetasting to the cultivation of grains and fruits for the purpose of producing alcohol. McGovern posits that alcoholic beverages and their production have played an integral role in human evolution, and influences not only history but also humanity itself. Hardcover, 330 pp. $31.95.
 Mr. Boston Official Bartender's Guide, 67th edition
Edited by Anthony Giglio
Seventy-three years after the original publication Mr. Boston is still serving as the indespensible guide for professional and home bartenders alike. Starting wtih an introduction on tending basics and types of serving glasses, the book then deals with cocktails arranged by spirits and styles, arranged alphabetically. Discover the pleasures of the Tijuana Taxi, the Licorice Mist and more. Includes a chapter of non-alocholic cocktails. Some colour photos. Hardcover, 298 pp. $15.95.
 What to Drink with What you Eat
Andrew Dornenburg and Karen Page
The definitve guide to pairing food with wine, beer, spirits, coffee, tea
- even water - based on expert advice from America's best sommeliers.
356 pp. $46.00.
  A Matter of Taste
Lucy Waverman and James Chatto
Two of Toronto s best food writers have combined forces to present contemporary
menus for almost every imaginable occasion(her efforts) enhanced by inspired
suggestions for accompanying wines and spirits (his efforts).We heartily recommend
the salmon spring rolls with balsamic dipping sauce. Hardcover, 368pp, $50.00.
 Schott's Food & Drink Miscellany
Ben Schott
The most entertaining book of the year, this tiny volume is crammed with some
of the most interesting and obscure facts about food and drink you 'll
find. It's utterly useless, but fascinating. Hardcover, 159 pp. $24.95.
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