Nick Fisher

The Art and Science of Drinks from Iconic TV Shows and Movies

Cocktail Chemistry

A thoroughly practical guide to catching, preparing and cooking sea fish, from the bestselling River Cottage Handbook series From renowned fishing expert Nick Fisher comes this concise and beautifully illustrated guide to fishing along British coastline. All that's needed is a beach, pier, harbour, estuary or boat. Nick covers all the basics, such as when and where to go fishing, and then profiles the sea fish that you are likely to catch (each one clearly photographed), covering their conservation status, season, habitat and method of catching. Next he gets down to the nitty gritty, with a guide to tackles, rods, reeds, rigs, knots and bait, and step-by-step advice on all the sea fishing techniques. And for once you've made your catch, there are 30 delicious recipes from River Cottage.

River Cottage Handbook

Sea Fishing

Hans van Wees

The study of archaic Greece (c. 750-480 BC) is being transformed by exciting discoveries and interpretations. In fourteen original studies from a distinguished international cast, this book explores many aspects of a rapidly changing Greek world. Detailed re-interpretation of archaeological material reveals diversity in patterns of settlement, sanctuaries and burial practices, and shows motivations underlying the expanding exchange of goods and the settlement of new communities. Local studies of archaeology and iconography revise our image of the peculiarity of Spartan society and East Greek cult. Texts, from Homer and Hesiod to a newly-found poem of Simonides, are given fresh interpretations. And there are new studies of developments in maritime warfare, the roles of literacy and law-making in Crete, the emergence of a less violent Greek life-style, and the articulation of political thought.

New Approaches and New Evidence

Archaic Greece

Nick Fisher Books

Re-written. Re-released. And Rather rude! He''s had one of his books bought as a wedding gift for Prince Harry. He received a letter from Prince William regarding his last book Everyone''s Got A Story To Tell. He''s arranged meetings for Hollywood actors to meet well known figures from the UK underworld. He''s written books for multi millionaires who like to give their money away in bizarre and unusual ways. And he donated a share of the profits from his bestselling book ''Hardmen Gangsters Jokers and Pranksters'' to the NHS in appreciation for their tireless work during the corona virus pandemic. And now Stockport author Nick Fisher is helping to raise awareness for prostate cancer with his latest book ''Why Do Dogs Sniff Your Balls.'' The way he puts it across may be coarse and crude but it certainly gets the thumbs up. And despite there being no chance whatsoever of Prostate Cancer UK using his ''new saying'' that he''s come up with that''s in the book as their advertising slogan it''ll certainly prompt men to go and have ''the finger up'' if they suspect something isn''t quite right with their prostate! And doubtless his saying, along with humorous stories about rectal examinations and the difficulties of trying to urinate whilst you''ve got an erection. And tales of being arrested by overzealous police officers (and their dog handler''s) and comparing similarities between ''man''s best friend'' and your ACTUAL best friend - one of which stinks the house out with rancid smelling farts, craps wherever it wants and try''s to perform fellatio on itself (a dog also does that!) will have men - and probably women too - in stitches laughing. And although the majority of people who read the book will see the funny side of it there''ll be one or two who definitely WON''T see the funny side; namely cyclists and bus drivers who no doubt will be irate after they''ve read the ''Things That People Find Irritating and Annoying'' section! So, can a dog really sense that you may have something seriously wrong with you by having a quick sniff of your knackers? And just why do pigeons leave it until the very last second before flying out of the way when you''re driving towards one in your car? Are they really on the verge of committing suicide and sit in the middle of the road hoping to get run over but then change their minds when they remember what fun it is to shit on people from a great height (and shit all over your car after you''ve just washed it) or is there a more logical explanation why they do it? And did you know that you can tell the sex of a horse by counting its teeth? Although as Nick points out it''s far easier to just look underneath it to see if there''s a massive cock swinging around! And did you know that a chemical is released into a bloke''s urine if he has prostate cancer and that a dog can detect if the chemical is present by its sense of smell? (Maybe THAT''S why a dog sniffs your balls!) So if you''re a bloke reading this the next time a dog walks up to you and starts sniffing around your nuts don''t clout it on its nose and tell it to sod off because it might be trying to tell you that you need to get down to the doctors a.s.a.p. and get your prostate checked! It''s funny, it''s factual, it''s thought provoking and it''s informative. And with Christmas just around the corner it may make an ideal stocking filler for someone you know - just make sure the person you''re giving it to has got a fairly broad sense of humour! It may also prompt more men to go and see their GP when they think something might be wrong instead of saying, "It''s nothing - it''ll be fine," and just ignoring it (like a lot of men do.) Most blokes will enjoy it. The book that is, not a finger up the arse! You probably won''t enjoy that as much as the book but it''s certainly worth having done if you think there may be a problem down there. Or rather, UP there! P.S. Male horses have forty teeth by the way - and a massive cock!

Why Do Dogs Sniff Your Balls?

Pam Corbin

John Wright

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Mark Diacono

Nikki Duffy

Gill Meller

Tim Maddams

Steven Lamb

'Ingredients are at the heart of everything we do at River Cottage. By gathering our all-time favourites together, I hope to inspire you to look at them with fresh eyes and discover new ways of cooking them' Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall The definitive River Cottage kitchen companion. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and his team of experts have between them an unprecedented breadth of culinary expertise on subjects that range from fishing and foraging to bread-making, preserving, cheese-making and much more. In this volume they profile their best-loved and most-used ingredients. With more than three hundred entries covering vegetables, fruits, herbs, spices, meat, fish, fungi, foraged foods, pulses, grains, dairy, oils and vinegars, the River Cottage A to Z is a compendium of all the ingredients the resourceful modern cook might want to use in their kitchen. Each ingredient is accompanied by a delicious, simple recipe or two: there are new twists on old favourites, such as cockle and chard rarebit, North African shepherd's pie, pigeon breasts with sloe gin gravy, or damson ripple parfait, as well as inspiring ideas for less familiar ingredients, like dahl with crispy seaweed or rowan toffee. And there are recipes for all seasons: wild garlic fritters in spring; cherry, thyme and marzipan muffins for summer; an autumnal salad of venison, apple, celeriac and hazelnuts; a hearty winter warmer of ale-braised ox cheeks with parsnips. With more than 350 recipes, and brimming with advice on processes such as curing bacon and making yoghurt, the secret of perfect crackling and which apple varieties to choose for a stand-out crumble, as well as sourcing the most sustainable ingredients, this is an essential guide to cooking, eating and living well. More than anything, the River Cottage A to Z is a celebration of the amazing spectrum of produce that surrounds us - all brought to life by Simon Wheeler's atmospheric photography, and Michael Frith's evocative watercolour illustrations.

Our Favourite Ingredients, & How to Cook Them

River Cottage A to Z

The formidable River Cottage team turns their attention to all matters aquatic in this definitive guide to freshwater fish, saltwater fish, and shellfish. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Nick Fisher examine the ecological and moral issues of fishing, teach individual skills such as catching and descaling, and offer a comprehensive (and fascinating) species reference section. They also demystify the cooking of fish with 135 recipes for preparing fish and shellfish in diverse ways, from pickling to frying to smoking. This ambitious reference-cookbook appeals to both intellect and appetite by focusing on the pleasures of catching, cooking, and eating fish while grounding those actions in a philosophy and practice of sustainability. The authors help us understand the human impact on the seafood population, while their infectious enthusiasm for all manner of fish and shellfish—from the mighty salmon to the humble mackerel to the unsung cockle—inspires us to explore different and unfamiliar species. Fish is superlative food, but it’s also a precious resource. The River Cottage Fish Book delivers a complete education alongside a wealth of recipes, and is the most opinionated and passionate fish book around.

The Definitive Guide to Sourcing and Cooking Sustainable Fish and Shellfish [A Cookbook]

The River Cottage Fish Book

Enjoy clever, pop culture-inspired drinks with this collection of recipes from the beloved Cocktail Chemistry YouTube channel. Have you ever seen a delicious-looking drink on your favorite movie or TV show and wondered how to make it? Well, now you can, with this collection of recipes from the creator of the popular Cocktail Chemistry YouTube channel Nick Fisher. Featuring recipes to recreate the classic White Russian from The Big Lebowski, the iconic martini from the James Bond movies, to drinks featured in Mad Men, The Simpsons, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Game of Thrones, The Office, Harry Potter, and more, Cocktail Chemistry will have you impressing your friends with your bartending skills in no time. In addition to recipes, Cocktail Chemistry includes everything you need to know to become a mixology expert, from how to make perfectly clear ice, delicious foams, and infusions, or how to flame a citrus peel. A must-have for all aspiring home mixologists and pop-culture buffs, Cocktail Chemistry will ensure you never have a boring drink again.

Provides an understanding of British fish, from their natural habitats to what sauce they go best with to how to respect their seasonality, in keeping with the River Cottage ethos. This book explains the ins and outs of procuring a good fish, as well as how to buy and catch fish in an ethical way, and how to prepare it for the kitchen.

Designed to be a frank, friendly, and funny guide for boys, this book explains the biological stages of puberty with "real" incidents and examples of the feelings and experiences that accompany growing up.

The Inside Story

Living with a Willy

'Ingredients are at the heart of everything we do at River Cottage. By gathering our all-time favourites together, I hope to inspire you to look at them with fresh eyes and discover new ways of cooking them' Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall The definitive River Cottage kitchen companion. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and his team of experts have between them an unprecedented breadth of culinary expertise on subjects that range from fishing and foraging to bread-making, preserving, cheese-making and much more. In this volume they profile their best-loved and most-used ingredients. With more than three hundred entries covering vegetables, fruits, herbs, spices, meat, fish, fungi, foraged foods, pulses, grains, dairy, oils and vinegars, the River Cottage A to Z is a compendium of all the ingredients the resourceful modern cook might want to use in their kitchen. Each ingredient is accompanied by a delicious, simple recipe or two: there are new twists on old favourites, such as cockle and chard rarebit, North African shepherd's pie, pigeon breasts with sloe gin gravy, or damson ripple parfait, as well as inspiring ideas for less familiar ingredients, like dahl with crispy seaweed or rowan toffee. And there are recipes for all seasons: wild garlic fritters in spring; cherry, thyme and marzipan muffins for summer; an autumnal salad of venison, apple, celeriac and hazelnuts; a hearty winter warmer of ale-braised ox cheeks with parsnips. With more than 350 recipes, and brimming with advice on processes such as curing bacon and making yoghurt, the secret of perfect crackling and which apple varieties to choose for a stand-out crumble, as well as sourcing the most sustainable ingredients, this is an essential guide to cooking, eating and living well. More than anything, the River Cottage A to Z is a celebration of the amazing spectrum of produce that surrounds us – all brought to life by Simon Wheeler's atmospheric photography, and Michael Frith's evocative watercolour illustrations.

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