The World Encyclopedia of Coffee

In recent years, Americans have become real coffee connoisseurs, purchasing beans, grinders, makers and accessories with newfound zeal. Cafes and coffee chains are booming, and every corner of every city boasts a local favorite, with dozens of blends and special "house" favorite drinks and combinations. this new all-encompassing book celebrates coffee in all its guises for all those whose day just wouldn't start without that initial cup. Including a thorough, carefully-researched history of coffee, from its origins as a beverage to its current role as an international commodity, and recipes for favorite foods and drinks incorporating coffee in a variety of forms, this encyclopedic treatment will delight all coffee lovers and perhaps even convert some hold-outs.