Book Review: The Nutmeg Trail
Karen Meyers When I picked up a copy of Eleanor Ford’s book, The Nutmeg Trail, I expected a history of nutmeg and perhaps other spices. But as soon as I opened the…
Book Review: Science of Spice
Also available by the title, Spice, with a red cover featuring pictures of various spices, Science of Spice by Dr. Stuart Farrimond, presents science-based principles for combining spices. The main…
Book Review: OMFG, Bees!
In spite of its irreverent name, OMFG, Bees!, Matt Kracht’s book is full of good information on bees. Covering a wide variety of topics about bees, Kracht manages to entertain…
Book Review: Gardening in Miniature
There is something enchanting about miniature scenes and Janit Calvo’s book, Gardening in Miniature, allows you to experience that enchantment with gardens. Her book provides guidance on all aspects of…
Book Review: Containers in the Garden
Containers in the Garden by Danish floral designer, Claus Dalby, is a showcase for the unique potted gardens that the author produces with containers. Written like a garden journal, the…
Book Review: Be A Plant-Based Woman Warrior
Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior by Jane Esselstyn and Ann Crile Esselstyn, is no ordinary vegan cookbook; it is an introduction to a way of living that is based on…
Plants of Ancient Pompeii: Common Bear’s Breeches (Acanthus mollis)
Also called sea dock, bear’s foot, and oyster plant, this tender herbaceous perennial is a member of the mostly tropical plant family, Acanthaceae, that also includes polka dot plant, shrimp…
Book Review: Herbal Antibiotics
In his book Herbal Antibiotics, author Stephen Harrod Buhner explains the need for using herbal antibiotics rather than pharmaceuticals for treating disease-resistant bacteria, and gives detailed information on herbal treatments.…
Book Review: Growing Flowers
In her book, Growing Flowers, flower farmer and florist, Niki Irving, shares her expertise on creating a cutting garden and using its bounty to make beautiful arrangements. Aimed a newbies,…
Book Review: Beer, Food, and Flavor
Beer, Food, and Flavor, by Chef, Schuyler Schultz, provides a guide to pairing craft beer with food. The process begins with an introduction to the styles of beer, sensory components,…