Laura Gladwin – författare

A Cocktail in Paris transports you to the elegant world of the Parisian bar scene and shows you how to create the drinks that have inspired the creativity of numerous writers, thinkers and artists.Is there any better city to drink in than Paris? Whether you're sipping a Mimosa over brunch on a terrace on the Boulevard Montparnasse, enjoying an Américano before dinner at Les Deux Magots or indulging in a late-night cognac digestif at Harry's Bar, the drinking holes of the City of Light have been working their magic for decades. A Cocktail in Paris features 50 recipes divided into chapters covering all-day cocktails; aperitifs; gin and vodka-based cocktails; rum, Cognac and whisky-based cocktails; and digestifs and late-night classics; along with 15 recipes for the most soignée small bites to serve alongside them. You'll find Belle Epoque classics from the heyday of the Moulin Rouge, like the original Champagne Cocktail, alongside the drinks beloved by Ernest Hemingway during les années folles of the 1920s. During the Prohibition era in the US, many bartenders left New York to set up bars in Europe, resulting in the now-legendary cocktail creations of Harry McElhone at Harry's New York Bar in Paris, such as the Bloody Mary and the Sidecar. Discover, too, the resurgence in popularity of cocktails in the modern-day bar scene of the Marais district. A Cocktail in Paris is also packed with tips on how to improve your cocktail-making prowess and fascinating stories from the days of decadence, helping you to capture the sophisticated spirit of golden-age Paris, that most inspiring city of cocktails.

A collection of 40 delicious cocktail recipes featuring the hugely popular Italian sparkling wine that will take you from brunch to aperitivo hour and beyond!Ah, Prosecco, how we love it! With its crisp, zesty bubbles and light, fruity flavour, Champagne’s perkier younger cousin is our favourite sparkling wine. But what many of us don’t realize is that those easy-drinking qualities we love so much are exactly what makes it a fantastic base for cocktails, too.Prosecco’s sprightly bubbles combine brilliantly with all kinds of liqueurs and spirits, so it’s time to open the drinks cabinet and start experimenting – and Prosecco Cocktails is the perfect companion to get you started. There are Prosecco-led twists on the classics, like the Kir Royale or Prosecco Mojito; sophisticated apéritifs like the classic Spritz or the strawberry-infused Rossini; absolute party barnstormers like the Sangria Blanca, infused with white peach and basil; and intriguing sweet treats like the Wild Berry Cheesecake or Sparkling Parma Violet.Everyone enjoys the magical sound of well-chilled fizz cascading into a sparkling clean glass, adding its special cheer to any occasion. Now let’s take it to a whole new level! Whether you’re hosting an action-packed hen party,a sunny beachside barbecue or a festive drinks gathering, an intimate meal à deux or a gossip-fuelled get-together, a fun family celebration or a soignée dinner party, the true joy of Prosecco is that it’s ideal for any occasion. First published in 2017, this a new edition.

This must-have guide supports you on your journey teaching history, from trainee to head of department – and everything in-between.Find a wealth of practical advice and ideas for delivering effective history lessons, developing a coherent and diverse curriculum, building your subject knowledge and becoming a head of department. Succeeding as a History Teacher is packed full of real-life examples, invaluable advice and top tips for making every history lesson count. It advises on how history teachers can integrate research-informed practices, such as retrieval practice, direct instruction, modelling, metacognition, feedback, and reading and comprehension strategies, into the unique discipline of history. It also covers sequencing, assessment and feedback, and a model for a great history lesson, and is suitable for use at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. The Succeeding As… series offers practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you excel in a specific role in a secondary school. Including everything you need to be successful in your teaching career, the books are ideal for those just starting out as well as more experienced practitioners looking to develop their skill sets.

This must-have guide supports you on your journey teaching history, from trainee to head of department – and everything in-between.Find a wealth of practical advice and ideas for delivering effective history lessons, developing a coherent and diverse curriculum, building your subject knowledge and becoming a head of department.Succeeding as a History Teacher is packed full of real-life examples, invaluable advice and top tips for making every history lesson count. It advises on how history teachers can integrate research-informed practices, such as retrieval practice, direct instruction, modelling, metacognition, feedback, and reading and comprehension strategies, into the unique discipline of history. It also covers sequencing, assessment and feedback, and a model for a great history lesson, and is suitable for use at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.The Succeeding As… series offers practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you excel in a specific role in a secondary school. Including everything you need to be successful in your teaching career, the books are ideal for those just starting out as well as more experienced practitioners looking to develop their skill sets.

This must-have guide supports you on your journey teaching history, from trainee to head of department – and everything in-between.Find a wealth of practical advice and ideas for delivering effective history lessons, developing a coherent and diverse curriculum, building your subject knowledge and becoming a head of department. Succeeding as a History Teacher is packed full of real-life examples, invaluable advice and top tips for making every history lesson count. It advises on how history teachers can integrate research-informed practices, such as retrieval practice, direct instruction, modelling, metacognition, feedback, and reading and comprehension strategies, into the unique discipline of history. It also covers sequencing, assessment and feedback, and a model for a great history lesson, and is suitable for use at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. The Succeeding As… series offers practical, no-nonsense guidance to help you excel in a specific role in a secondary school. Including everything you need to be successful in your teaching career, the books are ideal for those just starting out as well as more experienced practitioners looking to develop their skill sets.

Never be timid to order at the sushi bar again!This beautifully illustrated guide to different types of sushi and sashimi will help you understand any sushi menu.Throughout this book you'll learn the origins, history and background of sushi and sashimi types, including Nigiri, Makizushi, Maguro Sashimi and Sake Sashimi - to name a few.Also included are interesting facts and etiquette, such as the right way to hold chopsticks, whether (or not) you should mix your wasabi and soy and the correct word for pickled ginger.

A collection of 40 delicious cocktail recipes featuring the hugely popular Italian sparkling wine that has taken social drinking by a storm – Prosecco!Ah, Prosecco, how we love it! With its crisp, zesty bubbles and light, fruity flavour, Champagne’s perkier younger cousin is our favourite sparkling wine, hands-down. But what many of us don’t realize is that those easy-drinking qualities we love so much are exactly what makes it a fantastic base for cocktails, too. Prosecco’s sprightly bubbles combine brilliantly with all kinds of liqueurs and spirits, so it’s time to open the drinks cabinet and start experimenting – and Prosecco Cocktails is the perfect companion to get you started. There are Prosecco-led twists on the classics, like the Kir Royale or Prosecco Mojito; sophisticated apéritifs like the classic Spritz or the strawberry-infused Rossini; absolute party barnstormers like the Sangria Blanca, infused with white peach and basil; and intriguing sweet treats like the Wild Berry Cheesecake or Sparkling Parma Violet. Everyone enjoys the magical sound of well-chilled fizz cascading into a sparkling clean glass, adding its special cheer to any occasion. Now let’s take it to a whole new level! Whether you’re hosting an action-packed hen party or a dainty baby shower, a sunny beachside barbecue or a festive Christmas drinks gathering, an intimate meal à deux or a gossip-fuelled get-together, a fun family celebration or a soignée dinner party, the true joy of Prosecco is that it’s ideal for any occasion.

This joy-filled collection of recipes, crafts, stories and games celebrates festivals and holidays all around the world. Celebrations happen in many different ways. Have you ever decorated a tree at solstice, cooked dumplings for Mother's Day or made a paper dragons for Lunar New Year? A book to help us learn about other cultures, connect with the passing seasons and bring meaning to the year.

A book to delight the tastebuds and the party spirits, Gin Genie puts a spin on classic cocktails by bringing together the best music and drink for a perfect knees up. Enjoy a smooch with My Cherry Amour or Love Me Blender; discover some pop legends with a Margarita Ora and a Beatlesjuice; or rock the night away with a Highball to Hell, a Jumpin' Jack Daniels or a Bohemian Raspberry. Accompanied by playlists to complete the fun, and colourful illustrations by Timba Smits as a final flourish, this is an ideal book for party-season gifting.