The Vedge Bar Book: Plant-Based Cocktails and Light Bites for Inspired Entertaining - Hardcover

by Rich Landau (Author), Kate Jacoby (Author), Brian Bolles (With)

At Vedge, the award-winning Philadelphia restaurant that pioneered plant-based fine dining, Kate Jacoby, Rich Landau, and their acclaimed team have been elevating vegetable cooking--and imbibing--for well over a decade. They believe a good drink is an indulgent, multisensory experience worth savoring--and even better when paired with the right snack or small plate and enjoyed among friends.

Drawing inspiration from fresh produce and the rhythms of nature, the 75 all-vegan drinks, bar snacks, and small plates shared here are some of their most beloved creations, with imaginative flavor combinations you'll find nowhere else.

• Drinks that capture the essence of the season: Daffodil, Smoked Corn Silk Old Fashioned, Golden Apple
• Fruity refreshers: Per My Last Email, Even Cowgirls Get the Blues, Strawberry Smash
• Holiday party-worthy sips: Bury the Hatchett, Last-Minute Tradition, Old Acquaintance
• Inventive riffs on old classics: Fig Leaf Bourbon Sour, Afternoon Snack, Front Porch Swing
• Light bites and bar snacks: Sichuan Popcorn, Lima Bean Pistou on Toast, Skewered Shiitakes with Buttered Corn Sauce, Rutabaga Fondue

You'll also find a guide to essential tools and ingredients, plus tips for mastering key techniques and garnishing like a pro.

Contemporary, exuberant, and totally irresistible, The Vedge Bar Book is a sensual celebration and a must-have for holiday hosts, cocktail connoisseurs, and plant-based foodies alike.