The desserts in "The Last Course" speak to everyone, as do the easy-to-make recipes, broken down seasonally by fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and flowers, spices, sweet essences, dairy, and chocolate. Among the 175 recipes featured are Blueberry-Cornmeal Cakes, Tamarind-Glazed Mango Napoleons, Truffled Rice Pudding, Chilled Rhubarb Soup, Earl Grey Ice Cream, Chocolate Espresso Terrine, and Goat-Cheese Cheesecake. 85 full-color photos.
Today, we know US President Barack Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel as two of the world's most influential leaders, together at the center of some of the biggest stories of our time. But while their friendship has been the subject of both scrutiny and admiration, few know the full story. Taking office at the height of the 2008 global recession, Obama was keenly aware of the fractured relationship between the US and Europe. And for her part, Merkel was suspicious of the charismatic newcomer who had captivated her country. The two often clashed over policy, but--as the first Black president and first female chancellor--they shared a belief that democracy could uplift the world. Dear Barack is a thoroughly researched document of the parallel trajectories that led to Obama and Merkel meeting on the world stage. At times in the leaders' own words, the book examines the challenges of globalization and demonstrates the highs and lows of this extraordinary alliance.?A story of camaraderie at a global scale, Dear Barack shows that it is possible for political adversaries to establish bonds of respect--and even friendship--in the service of the free world.
"Claudia Fleming's The Last Course and her menus from Gramercy Tavern introduced us to her sophisticated, classically inspired seasonal desserts and pastries. Her distinctive dishes established a new standard in pastry kitchens across the country. Now, bakers in home kitchens everywhere, and at every level, can rejoice knowing that this all-new collection from an absolute master has been written specifically for them. Here they will find inspiration from the recipes Claudia developed, tweaked, and perfected in her very own kitchen. Each recipe reflects her signature style and skilled approach in an even more personal way. Recipe inspirations include those passed down from her mother (and reworked and improved upon), those from Claudia's travels, and those that truly brought her comfort or satisfied a craving. Claudia's incredible knowledge and techniques from a storied career in pastry and dessert inform these more comfortable, casual, delicious desserts and savory bites. Throughout the book are helpful and comprehensive essays covering topics such as Working with Yeast, Layer Cake Tricks, and more. With 143 recipes, the book is organized into chapters including: Breads, Muffins, and Biscuits: Focaccia Bread; Date Nut Muffins with Coconut; Rhubarb Scones Donuts and Cakes: Cider Doughnuts; Apple Crumb Cake; Devil's Food Cake Cookies: Grapefruit Rugelach; Pizzelles Pies: Nectarine and Fig Tart; Plum Cobbler Savories: Eggplant Caponata Tart; Chickpea Crackers Custards, Semifreddos, and a Souffle: Pistachio Semifreddo Fruit: Poached Quince; Candied Orange Rind Pantry: Basil Oil; Sugared Macadamia Nuts; Brown Butter Crumble"-- Provided by publisher
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Angela Merkel und Barack Obama erkannten, dass sie als Staatsoberhäupter eine Verantwortung gegenüber ihrem Volk haben und auch globale Probleme angehen müssen. Die Geschichte zeigt, es ist möglich, Allianzen zu schmieden, die zu Freundschaft führen können.