{"product_id":"9781585427185","title":"A Taste of Heaven: A Guide to Food and Drink Made by Monks and Nuns","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fascinating (and mouthwatering!) look at the wonderful food and drink produced by monks and nuns in America, Belgium, France, and Germany.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart travel guide, part cookbook, \u003cb\u003eA Taste of Heaven \u003c\/b\u003eis a delightful survey of the fine food and drink made by Catholic religious orders in America, Belgium, France, and Germany. From positively scrumptious beer and cheese to some of the richest chocolate on earth, the treats presented in this book are heavenly indeed, and author Madeline Scherb beautifully captures the heart and spirit of the holy work that goes into producing them. With vivid descriptions of the monasteries, their fascinating histories, and helpful advice for travelers on getting there and getting the most out of their visit, this book will serve as an invaluable guide. \u003cb\u003eA Taste of Heaven\u003c\/b\u003e also contains more than thirty recipes from notable chefs that incorporate the products found at these monasteries, as well as a helpful guide to buying and ordering these delectable ingredients if you are unable to travel to the monasteries themselves. Recipes include such delights as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Flamiche (a Belgian version of quiche that uses Postel cheese from the Postel Abbey in Belgium) from chef and food columnist Sandy D'Amato\u003cbr\u003e* Brownies à la Mode with Trappistine Caramel Sauce (uses caramel from Our Lady of the Mississippi Abbey, Iowa)\u003cbr\u003e* Blackberry Cabernet Sorbet (made with Pinot Noir from St. Hildegard Abbey near Rudesheim, Germany) from Ciao Bella Gelateria in Grand Central Terminal, New York City\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing lovely original black-and-white illustrations that perfectly capture the tranquil atmosphere of the monasteries, \u003cb\u003eA Taste of Heaven\u003c\/b\u003e is a treasure for anyone who loves spirited food, drink, and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Publishing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47050582819056,"sku":"9781585427185","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781585427185_p0.jpg?v=1763805207","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781585427185","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}