Provides an introduction to the historical geography of viticulture and the wine trade from prehistory to the present, considering wine as a symbol, rich in meaning and a commercial product of great economic importance to specific regions.

Laurita cogió rápidamente una silla y parándose encima trató de observar por la pequeña y alta ventana sin percatarse que sus bellas piernas producían una mirada fija en el doctor Frías. Laura se esforzaba por fisgar detenidamente, pudiendo advertir sólo un tumulto de gente rodeando algo, Carlos Venturo era ese algo y esa mañana había decidido quitarse la vida ingresando furtivamente al nosocomio y dejándose caer desde el quinto piso. Así empieza unos de los cuentos que componen esta perturbadora decena narrativa en que la inquietante clientela del doctor Frías lleva su patología al límite, para finalmente terminar pareciéndose a nosotros. El autor explora los problemas familiares y matrimoniales, la soledad y el desamor. El cirujano plástico que funge de personaje principal y eje del libro se refugia en extrañas y misteriosas experiencias oníricas descubriendo de este modo un escape a la atemorizante realidad. Un conjunto de textos con la profundidad reflexiva de Paul Auster, la precisión idiomática de los mejores textos de Raymond Carver y una sensualidad mezcla de Nabokov y Bkovsky.

Indulge in tacos and beers on the beach, sip your way through a boutique vineyard, and cruise along the stunning Baja coast with Moon Tijuana, Ensenada & Valle de Guadalupe Wine Country. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries including a five-day road trip, a weekend in Tijuana, three days in wine country, and a four-day getaway to Ensenada Strategic advice for road-trippers, foodies, wine enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and more Outdoor adventures and unique experiences: Cruise down Mexico's Highway 1 and feel the warm Baja breeze on your face. Catch a local fútbol game or peruse an art gallery in Tijuana's buzzing Zona Centro. Spot great white sharks off the volcanic shores of Isla Guadalupe, hike to the El Vallecito cave paintings, or trek through canyons to hidden waterfalls. Catch a wave in Rosarito or explore a sunken ship on a diving expedition The best local flavors: Sample varietals from indie winemakers, head to Tecate for Mexico's favorite cerveza, or hit a modern craft brewery for an afternoon tasting. Grab fish tacos, ceviche tostadas, and steamy tamales from a food truck. Indulge in fresh pastries at a 24-hour bakery. Feast on fresh lobster in Puerto Nuevo, enjoy a wood-fired meal at an outdoor campestre restaurant, and try the unique Mediterranean and Asian twists of Baja Med cuisine Expert insight from Baja tour guide Jennifer Kramer on where to go, how to get around, and how to support local businesses Full-color photos and maps throughout Reliable background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history, plus health and safety advice and information on border crossings Handy tools including a Spanish phrasebook and travel tips for families with kids, seniors, travelers with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ travelers Experience the best of Tijuana, Ensenada, and the Valle de Guadalupe Wine Country with Moon. Want más Mexico? Check out Moon Yucatán Peninsula,Moon Oaxaca, or Moon Puerto Vallarta.

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Stone age wine -- The Noah hypothesis -- The archaeological and chemical hunt for the earliest wine -- Neolithic wine! -- Wine of the earliest pharaohs -- Wine of Egypt's golden age -- Wine of the world's first cities -- Wine and the great empires of the ancient Near East -- The Holy Land's bounty -- Lands of Dionysos : Greece and western Anatolia -- A beverage for King Midas and at the limits of the civilized world -- Molecular archaeology, wine, and a view to the future.

“Can I just be Marissa, please? I want to be hilarious and sexy and smart and insanely knowledgeable about wine.” —Mindy Kaling A fresh, fun, and unpretentious guide to wine from Marissa A. Ross, official wine columnist for Bon Appétit. Does the thought of having to buy wine for a dinner party stress you out? Is your go-to strategy to pick the bottle with the coolest label? Are you tired of choosing pairings based on your wallet, instead of your palate? Fear not! Bon Appétit wine columnist and Wine. All The Time. blogger Marissa A. Ross is here to help. In this utterly accessible yet comprehensive guide to wine, Ross will walk you through the ins and outs of wine culture. Told in her signature comedic voice, with personal anecdotes woven in among its lessons, Wine. All the Time. will teach you to sip confidently, and make you laugh as you're doing it. In Wine. All The Time., you’ll learn how to: • Describe what you’re drinking, and recognize your preferences • Find the best bottle for you budget and occasion • Read and understand what’s written on a wine label • Make the perfect pairings between what you’re drinking and what you’re eating • Throw the best damn dinner party your guests will ever attend • And much more