{"product_id":"9789876093699","title":"THE YERBA MATE BOOK","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE YERBA MATE BOOK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is a comprehensive and practical guide to yerba mate, from its origins to its preparation. Written by a specialized sommelier, the book teaches how to perform a yerba tasting and breaks down the preparation ceremony step-by-step. The reader will discover the properties, history, legends, production process, and pairings of this infusion, a central element of South American culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book explores yerba mate in all its dimensions. It begins with a journey through its history and the legends surrounding it, then delves into the production process. The author, an Argentine sommelier, offers a detailed guide on how to perform a yerba tasting, teaching how to appreciate its nuances and qualities. Next, the preparation ceremony is explained, with all the necessary steps and techniques to prepare a perfect mate. Finally, the infusion's properties are addressed and pairings with various foods are suggested, turning the mate into a complete gastronomic experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePractical guide for the preparation and brewing of mate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eYerba mate tasting techniques to appreciate its qualities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistory, legends, and cultural traditions of mate in America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProperties and benefits of yerba mate as an infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePairings and gastronomic combinations with yerba mate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at anyone interested in the culture of mate, from beginners who want to learn how to prepare it correctly to connoisseurs looking to deepen their technical and sensory knowledge. It is also ideal for enthusiasts of infusions, gastronomy, and South American traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the correct technique for preparing a mate, from curing the gourd to the pouring process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop the ability to taste and distinguish different types of yerba mate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the cultural and historical value of yerba mate in America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover how to pair mate with different foods and drinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Karla Johan Lorenzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Del Nuevo Extremo Batiscafo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Religious and spiritual fiction, Mind, body and spirit, Cooking\/food and drink, etc., Beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Del Nuevo Extremo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a practical and well-documented work that approaches yerba mate from a professional yet accessible perspective for any reader. Its focus on tasting and the preparation ceremony sets it apart from other general texts, offering added value to those who wish to go beyond daily consumption. It is a recommended read for those seeking to fully understand and enjoy this tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DEL NUEVO EXTREMO BATISCAFO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405719953755,"sku":"9789876093699","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978987609369.jpg?v=1781830910","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9789876093699","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}