Savor celebrates the art and pleasure of beautiful charcuterie boards and platters—demystified and made simple! Serving boards possess an uncanny ability to mirror the mood of a host and transform a room's ambiance as friends and family gather around them to both eat and enjoy time together. This book lavishly details how to create memorable and delicious serving boards, no matter the season or the occasion. Inside Savor, you’ll find: Expert Advice and Recipes from Murray’s Cheese, Publican Market, The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, Lady & Larder, Mike’s Hot Honey, Blake Hill Preserves, Esters Wine Shop & Bar, and Vermont Creamery Practical & Delicious Guides on how to pair cheeses, meats, condiments, and an array of other ingredients that can be used on serving boards. Also included are suggested drink pairings Over 100 Recipes for crackers and bread, preserves, pickles, flavored nuts, dips, spreads, some bigger bites, and even desserts Expert advice and insights provide strategies and approaches for composing boards that balance flavor profiles and textures, using elegant and inventive recipes. Elevate your home entertaining with Savor!

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting landscapes, rich history, and diverse culture of France with "Exploring France: A Comprehensive Travel Guide." This meticulously crafted guide is your passport to an unforgettable adventure in one of the world's most iconic travel destinations. Unveiling France's Timeless Allure France, often referred to as the "Hexagon" due to its unique shape, is a country that embodies the essence of timeless allure. From the bustling streets of Paris to the serene vineyards of Bordeaux, this guide takes you on a virtual tour of France's most treasured regions. It uncovers the secrets of the Louvre's masterpieces, the charm of hidden village squares, and the joys of savoring local cuisine. You'll discover that France is not just a country; it's a living masterpiece. Cultural Enrichment and Insight France's cultural impact is immeasurable, and this guide delves into the heart of its creative spirit. It explores the masterpieces in the Louvre, the philosophy of existentialism, and the works of iconic authors like Victor Hugo and Marcel Proust. You'll gain a profound understanding of the cultural tapestry that has woven together art, philosophy, and literature in this remarkable nation. The Art of Savoring French cuisine is celebrated worldwide, and this guide introduces you to the culinary delights that make France a gastronomic paradise. From the delicate flavors of Burgundy's wines to the bold tastes of Provencal cuisine, you'll learn how to indulge in the art of savoring life through food and wine. Experience the ambiance of Parisian cafes, the delight of market-day finds, and the exquisite dishes that have inspired the world. The Art of Living in France France has elevated daily life to an art form, and this guide invites you to participate in the art of living. It unveils the charm of sidewalk cafes, the elegance of well-set tables, and the simplicity of appreciating life's finest details. You'll learn the art of savoring a cup of café au lait at a corner bistro and strolling through vibrant local markets. Diverse Landscapes and Regions One of France's most captivating qualities is its geographic diversity. From the lavender fields of Provence to the rugged coasts of Brittany, each region offers its own unique character and beauty. You'll explore the iconic landscapes of Bordeaux's vineyards, the elegance of the French Riviera, and the charm of the Loire Valley's châteaux. Personal Growth and Discovery Travel is not just about seeing new places; it's about personal growth and discovery. France, with its diverse landscapes, culture, and people, offers countless opportunities for self-discovery. It challenges your perceptions, broadens your horizons, and opens your heart and mind to new possibilities. It's a journey that can change you in profound ways. The Essence of Travel "Exploring France: A Comprehensive Travel Guide" is not just a book; it's a portal to the spirit of travel. It's an invitation to experience the world through new eyes, to embrace curiosity, wonder, and exploration. Whether you're planning your first visit to France or seeking to rediscover its timeless allure, this guide is your trusted companion to the art of exploration and the joy of discovery. Uncover the beauty of France, savor its flavors, immerse yourself in its culture, and carry the spirit of travel in your heart. Join us on this journey, and let France's enduring allure inspire your own adventure. Bon voyage!

"Exploring the Charms of France" is a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of French culture, history, and natural beauty. From the romantic streets of Paris to the sun-drenched vineyards of Bordeaux, this book invites readers to immerse themselves in the allure of France. Discover the enchanting allure of the Eiffel Tower, the exquisite flavors of French cuisine, and the timeless elegance of French art and architecture. Whether you're planning a trip to France or simply want to indulge in armchair travel, this book is a delightful companion for anyone seeking to uncover the many charms of this captivating country. With vivid descriptions and stunning imagery, "Exploring the Charms of France" is a celebration of all things French, offering a deep dive into the heart and soul of this beloved destination.

Seventeenth-century North America was a dangerous, untamed land, a vast wilderness where settlers, fur traders, and missionaries all struggled to eke out an existence. But the New World was also a place that attracted a special breed - men with a thirst for adventure and discovery. Robert Cavelier de La Salle, whose energy and single-minded ambition made him one of the greatest explorers of the time, was such a man. Born in 1643 to a family of wealthy linen merchants in Rouen, France, La Salle joined the Jesuits in hopes of becoming a missionary and traveling to distant lands. The hotheaded Robert soon found himself unable to conform. Sedentary teaching appointments ill suited his passionate nature, and, at the age of twenty-four, he left the Society of Jesus and crossed the Atlantic to America. Like Columbus before him, he was obsessed with finding a western passage to China. But the New World so intrigued him and inflamed his imagination that he abandoned the Far East for the mysteries of the still uncharted regions of North America. La Salle's explorations took him from Quebec and Montreal down the Saint Lawrence River to the Great Lakes; south along the Ohio and Illinois rivers; and finally, in 1682, down the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico, where he claimed the territory he had traveled through for France, and named it Louisiana in honor of the Sun King, Louis XIV. La Salle spent twenty years in North America, returning three times to France to enlist support for his further explorations and to gather funds to pursue them. Throughout those years he never lost sight of his grand strategic goal, which was to link the Great Lakes to warm water ports on the Gulf of Mexico. Nordid he waver in his integrity and determination to succeed, or lose his exceptional physical endurance. A man of such quality inevitably attracted lifelong friends, as well as mortal enemies who would assassinate him just as his triumph was nearly complete. The author combines impeccable scholarship with a novelist's narrative power and eye for stunning detail. She brings to life not only La Salle but the period and place: the vast cold of the north; the seething, insect-infested heat of the south; endlessly warring Indian tribes; intrigues on both sides of the Atlantic; and the constant, daily battles with nature itself. Muhlstein's masterly analysis of the political and economic significance of La Salle's great feat in linking the Saint Lawrence Seaway to the mouth of the Mississippi illuminates an event that shaped the development of this continent. Her depiction of life among the natives - La Salle, an accomplished linguist who spoke many Indian languages, arrived not as master or conqueror but as friend and equal, and in most of his travels he was accompanied by his devoted Shawnee guide, Nika - gives us vivid new insights into daily life in North America three hundred years ago.

Wheaton effortlessly brings to life the history of the French kitchen and table. In this masterful and charming book, food historian Barbara Ketcham Wheaton takes the reader on a cultural and gastronomical tour of France, from its medieval age to the pre-Revolutionary era using a delightful combination of personal correspondence, historical anecdotes, and journal entries.

France, more than any other Western ally, has consistently tried to maintain its autonomy from U.S. foreign policy by insisting on a distinctively French global view and agenda. Whether interpreted as proud independence or petty intransigence, such French assertiveness has often embittered relations between the two nations and has sparked exasperation and resentment on both sides. In France and the United States: the Cold Alliance since World War II, Frank Costigliola examines the cultural and psychological aspects of postwar relations between the United States and its oldest ally and demonstrates the way in which these less tangible factors have colored the strategic, political, and economic ties between the two nations. This is the first major study of the two countries to look closely at the language of their diplomatic and cultural relations, and in particular at the ways in which gendered metaphors and allusions subtly affect attitudes and policies. The author also breaks new ground by considering how the end of the Cold War, the unification of Germany, the Persian Gulf War, the changing role of NATO, and the rise of the European Community have affected U.S. relations with France and with Western Europe as a whole. This timely and lively account sheds light on the political and personal clashes that de Gaulle had with Roosevelt and Johnson and that Mitterrand has had with Reagan and Bush. The author integrates into his political analysis the fascinating stories of the contested introduction into France of Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Hollywood films, and Euro Disneyland; the controversial adoption of French theories by some American intellectuals, the quarrel over AIDS, and the building of the I. M. Pei Pyramid at the Louvre. Costigliola's richly detailed account will be an important text for scholars and students of the postwar histories of the United States, France, and Western Europe.