Reviews (8)

Cute, but I don't really use it
I got this book as a gift.It was a cute book - something that brought me back to the days of "Dad Knows BBQ Best."Sadly, I don't really use the book too much.
Slab o' Fun!
My new favourite cookbook, and I haven't even tried out the recipes yet! Everything about this book seems so fresh even though the graphics are items that are over 50 years old. The copy is vividly written, just reading the recipes makes you want to throw on an apron and get grillin! The titles of recipes are fabulous, such as "Slab o' Fun Barbequed Meat Loaf" and "Cheesy-Drippin, Garlic Fumin' St. Louis Salad" and the recipes are equally creative. I love how they take classics and give them a twist! There is not a single recipe in this book that I expect to find in any other cookbook. Even if the recipes didn't look delicious and interesting I would still want this book. It'sa wonderful reference for the 50's kitsch collecter...all kinds of bbq items and pictures illustrate each page, all appropriately chosen. The graphics add so much! This is a gem of a book! I can't wait to display this wonderful conversation peice on my chrome bakers rack in my retro kitchen and have my friends over for a classic patio party!

COOL!
Being an excellent cook myself, I read cookbooks more for ideas thananything else.This book not only gave me lots of ideas, it brought backmemories of my Grandmother's cooking.Also, it wasn't filled with a lot ofendless, useless, chatter.
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Subjects:  1. Barbecue cookery    2. Cooking    3. Cooking / Wine    4. General    5. Methods - Outdoor    6. Cooking / Outdoor    7. General cookery    8. National & regional cuisine    9. USA    10. COOKING/WINE   

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Udon, ramen, pho, pad thai -- there's a seemingly endless array of Asian noodle dishes that have found a very comfortable niche in Western foodie culture. And for good reason:they're nutritious, inexpensive, and darn tasty.Now Nina Simonds, Chinese scholar and author of China Express and Classic Chinese Cuisine, shows how to make them beautiful as well. ... Read more

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Easy and Flavorful
I picked it up since I love Asian noodle dishes but have no Asian cookbooks and I haven't been disappointed yet. If you keep the staples around, it is so easy to pick up a few vegetable & protein items and throw together a tasty meal. I have made about 5 of the recipes so far and they've been delicious and satisfying, plus it's easy to improvise or make substutions based on availability of ingredients or preferences. The sauce:noodle ratio is perfect everytime. The recipes are economical and make nice leftovers! I also rate the book highly for design - it's very clean, modern, and easy to use, with close-up photos.

Excellent
I bought this book because I adore Asian noodle dishes and I'm also usually pressed for time.I agree that the recipes may appear almost too Americanized when reading the ingredients, but always turn out wonderfully.I own many cookbooks but have found myself cooking from this one often.

This is one of those rare books that you'll use over and over!
I don't usually hype cookbooks.However, this one is terrific for anyone who loves Asian food, but doesn't have a Thai or Vietnamese place right around the corner.The recipes are clearly written, and use ingredients that most decent supermarkets carry.My family has loved every dish I've made from this book: soups, salads, spring rolls, you name it.It's one of the best purchases I've ever made, and I have hundreds of cookbooks. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cookery (Pasta)    2. Cookery, Asian    3. Cooking    4. Cooking / Wine    5. Methods - Barbecue & Grilling    6. Oriental cooking    7. Pasta    8. Regional & Ethnic - Asian    9. Specific Ingredients - Pasta    10. ASIA    11. Cookery by ingredient    12. Cooking / Barbecue    13. Main courses    14. National & regional cuisine   

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Dana Carpender is the best.
I currently have ALL Dana Carpender's books.I love her style of writing.She is so down to earth.In her books, she will tell you some brands that she has tried and what tastes good and what is horrible.I have loved everything that I've made from her cookbooks and am inspired everytime I pick up her books. If you are trying Low-Carb, her books should be in your kitchen.She is great and I will continue to purchase her cookbooks as they become available.I never feel like I am on a diet when I use her recipes.Infact, I'm not on a diet...I have just changed the way I eat and think about food.

Dana's Low Carb BBQ Cookbook
Outstanding!This is the 3rd Dana Carpender cookbook I have and it is probably my favorite.Great recipes and great fun to use!I have been de-carbing recipes from my favorite BBQ cookbook and was relieved to see that I was on the right track.

Another great cookbook from Dana Carpender
I love all of the Dana Carpender cookbooks, and this one is no exception.Both her writing and cooking styles are a lot of fun, and I have yet to make a recipe I didn't like out of her books.The Chipotle Garlic Butter is already a favorite in our house, and we've only had the book a few days.The recipes are simple to follow with easy to find ingredients, and the results are delicious. ... Read more

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Reviews (25)

Good book, for BBQ novices
This book has very good tips and methods on HOW to BBQ, and is then followed by a decent number of recipes.The recipes are not quite my style, but they are good anyway.One big positive thing about this book is how it describes building your own pit.Not all books do that, and information on building your own pit is fairly scarce.I agree with an earlier reviewer that this book tended to advertise the authors products a bit, but the author also gave some knock-off recipes so you don't have to buy his products.I would recommend this book for a beginner who doesn't want a really big book.This book is thinner than some of the other big BBQ compilations, and that is nice, but I prefer some of the larger books personally.My favorites and "Smoke and Spice" by Cheryl Jamison and "Paul Kirks Championship Barbecue".These are both large books, but worth every ounce in pure BBQ heaven!

How to Barbecue like a Champion
I received John Willingham's book as a gift and have read it cover to cover. It's packed full of bbq secrets from the greatest bbq contest cook to ever put on an apron. Willingham details basic cooking methods including what wood to use and what wood not to use, temperatures to cook at, and he provides his personal recipes. I especially like the rib recipe and his recipe for pork shoulder. These recipes can be used as written, or you can tweak them slightly to suit your personal taste. The recipes alone would be worth the price of the book.

Great BBQ Book
Love this book. Haven't found a bad recipe yet. The hot wings got raves from eveyone I've made them for. Have a huge collection of BBQ books. This one is in the top 10. ... Read more

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Big Book of Grilling, BBQ and Rotisserie Cookbook
Just bought a rotisserie and was hoping to find how to use it and good recipes. Only found about 4 or 5. I would've liken to know different types of meat you could cook in it and for how long you cook it for.

Totally Surprised at how great this book is
I got this book on a bargain table at Borders, and probably bought it because it was practically the only cookbook I don't already own.I was SHOCKED at how great it is.I expected simply a book of promotional recipes hocking his grill machines and written by staff writers--but then I read the introduction and wow!It never ocurred to me how influential his early travels as a boxer had been on his palate.The combinations of flavorings and grilled fruits are amazing, pulling fully on his travels through Africa and Asia.And honestly, most of the recipes can be made without the use of a grill or rotisserie' an oven, stovetop and/or broiler will do.Good job, George, write me another one!

What a disappointment.
I found this book to be a sorry excuse for product advertisement.I own both the grill and rotisserie.I was hoping for recipes to help me learn how to use them.The rotisserie recipes were basically non-existant.I did not learn any thing from this book then what came with either the grill and/or rotisserie.Don't waste your money. Go to a good recipe exchange list and they will have what you need. ... Read more

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First time Griller
I just recieved this book, it is great. I am a first time griller and this took me step by step thru everything.

Not for Dummies
This is a Grilling Cookbook. Not a book about grilling for dummies. I had never grilled before and this book goes off about sauces and marinades, when I just wanted to start by putting a slab of meat or a hot dog on the grill.
Great book for entertaining!
I bought this book after reading "Cooking for Dummies" as a second level course in cooking. Since nobody has died after eating my barbecue, I'd say the experiment was a success. From equipment to recipes, this book has something for everyone who wants to experience the adventure of The Grill. ... Read more

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Desperately Needs an Editor
The author may be a great cook but you'll have no chance of emulating him using this book. Whole sections are completely incoherent. Recipes are mostly impossible to follow.A recipe will have a list of ingredients -- some of which never show up again in the process.
safe smoking
a great and helpful book written in laymens terms. easy to follow and great results.its a fun way to spend a weekend with awsome results.your family and friends will praise your meal for a long time

GOOD TO GREAT RECIPES
I learned alot about backyard amoking from the BBQ information in the book. Being a first time smoker, I found the recipes to work quite well. I love the rubs and sauces in this book. They range in flavors and uses for ribs and chicken. They information on buying tips was very helpful. The assortment of rib recipes in the book are very good. I especially love the recipe son the different jerkies! ... Read more

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Enticing recipes suited to enhance the joy of sailing
Now in an expanded and revised second edition, Michael Greenwald's The Cruising Chef Cookbook continuous to offer nautical wisdom, hundreds of ships and words of wisdom, short stories and vignettes on sailing, as well as enticing recipes perfectly suited to enhance the joy of sailing, from boating on rivers and lakes to nautical ventures on the high seas. The Cruising Chef Cookbook is an ideal gift for the novice sailor, and great for simply browsing through for anyone aspiring to one day set sail for adventure!

Excellent
Excellent recipes that kept two guys well fed during a year in the Caribbean and scurvy free when crossing the Atlantic. that's my boat on the cover!
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The start of a love affair: this book, dutch ovens and me
15 years ago I came across this book. Since then I and my family have enjoyed dozens of meals cooked in dutch ovens, both while camping and at home. All of my dutch oven cooking was not from this book, but this book taught me how. I was a complete novice. I didn't even know what a dutch oven was. Now I'm called on for every local block party in Mount Prospect, Illinois to cook my famouns secret cobbler recipies. Well they are all from this book. Great for beginners!

A very good Dutch oven cook book with about 50 recipes
A good inrtoduction on preparing and cooking with a Dutch oven on charcoal.There is a section on Dutch oven tools that has good ideas but leaves out a charcoal starter which I use all the time. The book alsoincludes a lot of recipes and good ideas. ... Read more

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Burger and Rib Recipies By A Vegetarian?
David Joachim's a vegetarian.What does he know about cooking meat?

A GAME DAY MUST HAVE!
As a regular attendee to University of Michigan football games i can tell you that in Ann Arbor, MI, Tailgating is a religion.The spreads that some people lay out are fit for an expensive buffet.This great book contains some 90 plus recipes that run the range of the very simple such as beer brats, burgers and ribs, to exotic seafood dishes, and everything in between including dips, salsas, salads (the Chinese noodle salad is wonderful!), drinks, and desserts.There's also a great recipe for Philly cheesesteaks.
Great!
This great little cookbook is just the thing for the man who wants to host his own tailgate party. Starting out with useful checklists and pointers, the book tells you everything you need to get started. After that, the book launches into the recipes with everything from dips and salads, through fries, ribs and salmon.
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Yeah Baby Yeah
This is one of the barbecue books that you need to own.I havea few burger/barbecue books and this one as well as burger meisters are the best.

wow
I always use recipies from this book when I entertain.All the guests are impressed with my spectacular presentation.The biggest secret of all I REALLY DO NOT KNOW HOW TO COOK! Origional, Spicy and Delicious!
This book put me over the top as a great BBQ man! Using these recipies along with the grilling tips has made me the expert among friends. My friends demand that I make either All Star Asian ribs or Spicy Szechwan Chicken at every BBQ. I've even had a restaurant owner ask me how I do it! If you want to impress your friends with incredible food and leave them asking for more- buy this book. The other books in this series are incredible as well. ... Read more

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AN OUTSTANDING BOOK OF BARBECUE
I've read and reviewed a lot of books on barbecue.Everything from the books by well-known chefs and TV personalities to the small-press regional titles and everything in between.Mastering Barbecue from Ten Speed Press isn't the biggest, it isn't the prettiest, but it is, simply, one of the best books on barbecue that I have ever read.Many barbecue books will give you the basics on different grill types and methods but Mastering Barbecue goes into great depth on these subjects as well as BBQ terminology, food prep, cleanup and maintenance, cooking times and temperatures, types of wood to use, smoking, and much, much more.
Excellent book for your grilling learning!
This book is well done. With very good layout on tips and information, leading to a successful learnig experience for your barbecue and grilling chores in the back yard. Chef Mike, adds loads of recipes.
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Lip smacking ribs
Took me a while to do this review because a friend wanted to see my Barbecue Secrets book, and he wouldn't give it back!I like the book a lot.I've only tried the ribs so far, but I look forward to trying other recipes.

Great Book with Good Real Word Tips and Ideas
I bought this book along with another BBQing book and I have several other cook books.I found this one very easy to pick up and read through.It has good tip, and re-enforces tips on the sides of the page.Great recipes and just enough background stories and info to make it an entertaining book to read.
May not be what you think
This book does not really deal with the process of low and slow barbecuing in any great detail: For that I was very disappointed.
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Superb writing -- Makes you hungry & happy
A superb piece of work by a wonderful writer, this book gives you the history and background of NC bbq, plus all the information you need to either produce your own or get out and find it in NC.The man knows what he's talking about -- and he talks it so well.

Makes me miss Durham :(
Though I only lived there two years, I've often yearned to go back to Carolina.This book made that yearning into a painful ache!How many cooking books do you read with the intensity of interest as a thrillingnovel? I did this one.Warning:This is not a recipe book.Yes, ofcourse it has recipes, from both eastern Carolina and western Carolinabarbecue traditions, as well as some variations of both.But the storiesand history of this book make it a treasure in my collection.This one isgoing into my library, far more worthy than to be consigned to the kitchento collect dust under the microwave (a fate deservedly given to a certainbook by Martha Stewart). the best there is on n. carolina bbq
bob garner is the man. no other person in history has captured the true spirit of n. carolina bbq. it is a must for anyone who enjoy's bbq. it is something that can be passed down to generations. ... Read more

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Finally!
Great tabbed grilling resource. Better Homes and Gardens continues to be the best at cookbook layout. Most of the recipes consist of everyday items found at your local grocer. What a nice change of pace!

Superb book on grilling!
I bought this book while trying to expand my collection of grilling recipes. I enjoy cooking on the grill and I wanted to move beyond the simple hamburgers, hot dogs, and barbequed chicken parts. I looked at a variety of books on the subject, and this one struck me as a good value. I have not been disappointed. A MUST HAVE!!!
This book is "a must have" for anyone who owns a grill. Loads of information, tips, and fabulous recipes! This is by far the most used cookbook in my kitchen. ... Read more

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Not my first pick, but may be good supplment for hikers.
After reading many reviews, I purchased this book, BACKCOUNTRY COOKING, and THE BACK-COUNTRY KITCHEN by Teresa Marrone.I can't help but compare the two books, so my opinion on this book is relative to my opinion of the other.
Eat Well
This book has a good amount (it's not War and Peace) of recipes that are tasty and easy for backpacking!Also a chapter or two of good advice concerning food in general...how to pack it, what kinds of things work, making your own dried foods, etc.Each meal has a chapter, like Breakfast, Lunch, whatever...there are no-cook things, all the way to fresh baked bread on the trail and pizza.Yum!(well no I haven't done the pizza or bread but I'm going to try it since they sound so good!And easy too)

Mostly recipes
If you are looking for a book full of recipes, then this is the book for you.I would say they make up about 80% of the book.The first part is about gathering ingredients and there is a little wisdom about takingprecautions against animals. I got this book to complete the series, but Idon't really like to read a bunch of recipes, but someday I might. ... Read more

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