Christine Sismondo Knihy

Explore Canada's vibrant distilling scene through a detailed guide that showcases over 75 color photos and insightful reviews of various spirits and their distilleries. Award-winning authors Stephen Beaumont and Christine Sismondo delve into the history of the country's distilling industry, offering readers a comprehensive roadmap to craft spirits. This engaging tour invites enthusiasts to discover and appreciate the diverse flavors and stories behind Canada's unique offerings.

Fine art meets mixology in this sophisticated cocktail book that pairs drink recipes and beverage history with stunning still-life oil paintings, perfect for taking the "art" of drinking to the next level. As they say, "We drink first with our eyes." If you believe there is an art to drinking well, then pairing cocktail recipes with still-life oil paintings is a natural next step. Still-life artist Todd M. Casey, journalist Christine Sismondo, and author James Waller are the all-star team behind Cocktails, A Still Life. Bringing together 60 of Casey’s contemporary hand-painted images paired with dozens of delicious cocktail recipes, the three-author team offers a satisfying deep-dive into each drink complete with a great classic cocktail recipe and a painted representation. Each drink tells a story, making this a truly unique cocktail-making guide attracting the eye, mind, and palate, and focused squarely on the art. Drinks include: Mai TaiGimletBloody MaryMojitoFrench 75Ramos Gin FizzMint Julepand more.Both a beautiful masterpiece and a useful guide, Cocktails, A Still Life is not just for “cocktail nerds,” but also for those who enjoy finely crafted art and finely crafted beverages.