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One Fish, Two Fish, Crawfish, Bluefish

Author: Carole C Baldwin

America's top chefs present delectable and ecologically sound seafood recipes.Earth's oceans were once thought to be inexhaustible sources of food, but we now know that they cannot sustain the demands we are placing on them. Overfishing has led to the depletion of once abundant fish and shellfish species. Yet seafood is a healthy and desirable choice in our diets. So what is an ecologically conscious, seafood-loving cook to do? Carole C. Baldwin and Julie H. Mounts have solved the dilemma. Rather than suggest avoiding consumption of seafood for conservation purposes, they present an array of U.S. seafood species to choose from that are fished or farmed in an ecologically sound manner. Furthermore, they have assembled delicious recipes from America's top chefs based on these species: try Alice Waters's Dungeness Crab Salad with Meyer Lemon, Endive, and Watercress; Mario Batali's Atlantic Mackerel in Scapece with Lemon Thyme and Sweet Peppers; or Sautéed Soft-Shell Crabs on Asparagus from Jacques Pepin. By diversifying our seafood consumption, we can lessen the demand for problematic species and distribute the burden among a broad spectrum of well-managed stocks—and still prepare delicious meals. Beautifully illustrated with 25 color illustrations by Charlotte Knox.

About the Author:
: Carole C. Baldwin is a marine biologist at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History and star of the IMAX film Galápagos. Julie H. Mounts is a research assistant at the museum.

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Champagne and Sparkling Wines: A Complete Guide to Sparkling Wines from around the World

Author: Susie Barri

Sparkling wines are the ultimate celebratory drink—and they come in many different styles, from classy but costly Champagne to bargain but bubbly Cava. In her simple, straightforward guide, wine journalist Susie Barrie brings you up to date on the delicious variety, describing the differences in production techniques, comparing traditional and "New World" styles, and helping you choose just the right one. Fact boxes pack the pages, featuring tips on recommended sparkling wine producers, suggestions for serving the wines, and ideas for matching them with food.