The Living Language Non-Connoisseur's Menu Guide: to Ordering and Enjoying French, Italian, Latin American and Spanish Cuisine (LL NonConnoisseur Menu Gde(TM)) [Paperback]

David D'Aprix (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 26, 1999 | Series: LL NonConnoisseur Menu Gde(TM)

With The Non-Connoisseur's Menu Guide, you'll never again feel intimidated by a menu full of unfamiliar, unpronounceable terms.

Want to avoid getting served stewed gizzards when you intended to order grilled chicken? To finally know the difference between fusilli and penne? And exactly how to pronounce Pouilly-Fuissé? This guide has the answers (and the reassurance) you're looking for.
Easy-to-follow pronunciation guides throughout
Tips for selecting wines
Guide to coffees
Tipping chart
Cultural hints
Suggested dining selections
Great pointers so you can dine like a seasoned pro!

With The Non-Connoisseur's Menu Guide, you'll impress your friends, your business associates, your dates, and even yourself!

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With The Non-Connoisseur's Menu Guide, you'll never again feel intimidated by a menu full of unfamiliar, unpronounceable terms.

Want to avoid getting served stewed gizzards when you intended to order grilled chicken? To finally know the difference between fusilli and penne? And exactly how to pronounce Pouilly-Fuissé? This guide has the answers (and the reassurance) you're looking for.
Easy-to-follow pronunciation guides throughout
Tips for selecting wines
Guide to coffees
Tipping chart
Cultural hints
Suggested dining selections
Great pointers so you can dine like a seasoned pro!

With The Non-Connoisseur's Menu Guide, you'll impress your friends, your business associates, your dates, and even yourself!

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Living Language (October 26, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0609804936
• ISBN-13: 978-0609804933
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 3.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,590,257 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review from a fellow Hotelie, December 23, 1999

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This review is from: The Living Language Non-Connoisseur's Menu Guide: to Ordering and Enjoying French, Italian, Latin American and Spanish Cuisine (LL NonConnoisseur Menu Gde(TM)) (Paperback)

An excellent resource for novices and experts alike. I especially appreciated the did you know section that is a great way to learn new and interesting food facts. This book is a real asset to travelers who want to explore new and interesting cuisines and is highly recommmended.