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A powerful memoir of resilience, friendship, family, and food from the acclaimed chefs behind the award-winning Hy Vong Vietnamese restaurant in Miami. Through powerful narrative, archival imagery, and 20 Vietnamese recipes that mirror their story, Mango & Peppercorns is a unique contribution to culinary literature. In 1975, after narrowly escaping the fall of Saigon, pregnant refugee and gifted cook Tung Nguyen ended up in the Miami home of Kathy Manning, a graduate student and waitress who was taking in displaced Vietnamese refugees. This serendipitous meeting evolved into a decades-long partnership, one that eventually turned strangers into family and a tiny, no-frills eatery into one of ...
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A Doggie Bucket List to Stimulate You and Your Best Friend “Chew This Journal is a fantastic and fun way to get to know your furry best friend…. Rescue dogs all over the globe give it FOUR paws up!” —Larissa Wohl, pet rescue expert Part activity book and part bullet journal, Chew This Journal provides inspiration and guidance for dog lovers looking to enrich the lives of their pets. Is your dog bored? Doesn’t have to be! From bucket lists and outings to arts and crafts Chew This Journal inspires you to spend more time with your pup. Chew This Journal leads you through fun activities, while creatively recording your adventures in the pages of the book. This unique journal doubles as...
“Isolation has not worked...it’s time for a new approach” – President Barack Obama, Dec. 17, 2014 Cuba was forever changed by Fidel Castro's revolution that turned the island into a single-party Communist state. Half a century later, the nation has suffered under stifling policies and a lack of political freedom. Journey through the historical origins of the Caribbean nation and the consequences of this seminal event. Explore the ins-and-outs of past and present Cuba, and decide for yourself what lies in its political horizon. Now, the United States and Cuba have embarked on a new relationship as President Barack Obama declared an end to the diplomatic freeze with the island. While Obama spoke to Americans, Raul Castro addressed his island. He spoke about the profound differences in human rights and foreign policy, and how regardless of those differences they must learn to coexist "in a civilized manner." With a new dialogue underway, the future of Cuba appears ready to move forward.
A Be Yourself Guide for Teen Girls #1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Maturing, School & Education, Bullying Issues, Dating & Intimacy In this book of short daily meditations and essays, Amanda Ford, a young adult herself, offers stories, information, and advice on all the important issues facing young women today: boys, dating, drinking, self-respect, self-love, fights with friends, dealing with parents, and more. Support for young women as they navigate one of the most confusing and challenging times of their lives. When Amanda Ford emerged from her tumultuous teenage years, she saw the need for a guide to help girls learn to listen to their inner voices and think for themselves. Be True...
An award-winning book from the author of Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life and The Candymakers for fans for of Wonder and Counting by Sevens Mia Winchell has synesthesia, the mingling of perceptions whereby a person can see sounds, smell colors, or taste shapes. Forced to reveal her condition, she must look to herself to develop an understanding and appreciation of her gift in this coming-of-age novel.
Much More Than Just a Pot Cookbook Andrea definitely knows the secret to preparing amazing meals. It's hard for anyone not to be a fan.” ─Ruben Honig, Executive Director, Los Angeles Cannabis Task Force #1 New Release in Herbs, Spices & Condiments Cannabis Cuisine Elevates Marijuana to a Fine Dining Experience Chef Andrea Drummer is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu and co-owner of Elevation VIP Co-op, a Los Angeles–based company that caters high-end, intimate dinner parties ─ AND, she is a world class marijuana chef. Cooking with marijuana. In her cookbook, chef and author Andrea Drummer guides home cooks through an adventure of the palette. She is a firm believer that the food always co...
These days, the only certainty is uncertainty. The business world is constantly changing and trying to predict the trends can feel like an impossible task. Yet, successful companies perform at the highest levels in spite of the ever-changing world. Predictable Results in Unpredictable Times The Interactive Edition is updated for today’s modern solutions to the unknown. It has the the four essentials for getting the best from business and yourself through easy and hard times. High performing companies have straight-forward goals and direct targets. They make trust a priority with all stakeholders. They see the glass half-full and make the best of any situation. This added value with a refusal to hold back is essential in the modern world. By transforming fear into something you can engage and understand, you avoid the unpredictable.
Covey wisdom ─ A key to satisfaction and success Stephen R. Covey’s First Things First has inspired millions. Today’s generation will be newly inspired by this collection of motivating and inspirational philosophy from one of the greatest teachers of all time. A Time Conscious Life shares classic and universal perspectives on utilizing the time we have to live, love, learn, and leave a legacy. Through striking infographics and inspirational quotes, both new readers and long-time Covey admirers will discover this life-changing material in a fresh new package. Readers will also find a Personal Journal to help process the insights gleaned from the book. This book is more than an inspiration, it is an introduction to important principles needed to live, love, learn and leave a legacy through living a Time Conscious life.
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to blockchain and distributed ledger technology. Intended as an applied guide for hands-on practitioners, the book includes detailed examples and in-depth explanations of how to build and run a blockchain from scratch. Through its conceptual background and hands-on exercises, this book allows students, teachers and crypto enthusiasts to launch their first blockchain while assuming prior knowledge of the underlying technology. How do I build a blockchain? How do I mint a cryptocurrency? How do I write a smart contract? How do I launch an initial coin offering (ICO)? These are some of questions this book answers. Starting by outlining the beginni...