Anistatia R. Miller Bücher

The first volume of Mixologist: The Journal of the American Cocktail, published in April 2005, features contributions from renowned cocktail experts. This 200-page book delves into the origins of six classic cocktails, the legend of Antoine Amedee Peychaud, the history of Plymouth Gin, and offers a scientific guide to simple syrup.

What kind of lover are you?Who's your ideal mate?What are your chances of finding true love?When's your ideal wedding date?How can you improve your existing relationship?Perfect Discovering Your Soulmate places the wisdom of Chinese, Hindu, Judaic, Celtic, and Western matchmakers at your fingertips. There's no math or chart construction required to access the wealth of astrology's insight into love and relationships. Perfect Match is filled with easy-to-use tables and worksheets to simplify your search for your soulmate or the most auspicious wedding date. You'll also find classic and real-life love stories, intriguing ancient and modern wedding customs from around the world, and advice about making your relationship work for both of you.

Logos are among designers' most highly sought-after projects, but they are often one of the most difficult projects for a designer to nail. This book takes a look at those challenges—the logos that have truly pushed a designer's creativity and forced him or her to reach inside. The authors examine 180 logos, making it easy for designers to take away insightful tips they can put to work immediately. The author tracks the life cycle of each logo from its challenge through the process to the final result. Scattered throughout the book are sidebars featuring 15 logos that were made over. The author talks about why the makeover was needed and, with the before and after logos side by side, discusses if the re-do was successful. Color images throughout that show the logos from conceptual stages to final art make this book an at-a-glance reference for anyone—designer or entrepreneur—who wants to take an active role in the creation of his or her brand mark.

Besides being immediately recognizable, logos are one of the most succinct forms of advertising and one of the greatest challenges of graphic designers. This book presents twelve case studies and hundreds of supporting examples of current logos including Federal Express, Ann Taylor, Fila Sport, and Netscape, that have achieved success for their companies. This book illuminates the logo design process through the real-life projects of today's most talented designers and most interesting companies. Each project demonstrates, through detailed text and amazing graphics, what makes a logo successful for hotels, products, cosmetics and fashion, film and TV, business to business, creative services and more

What does a client or art director really mean when they say "I want a clean look" or "The design should be bold"? Graphic Design Speak offers the answers in an easy-to-follow format that both clients and designers can use as points of reference in design briefs or strategy meetings. This book is an essential tool for any designer seeking to gain a better knowledge of the wants and needs of their clients. --Over 200 color projects showing specific design solutions to answer client demands --An international gathering of designers, studios, and ad agencies --Quotes, tips, and anecdotes from both designers and clients

Who really invented the Daiquiri and the Mojito, the beloved rum drinks? Did Christopher Columbus bring the first sugar cane seedlings to Cuba? What sets authentic Cuban rum apart? Spirits historians Anistatia Miller and Jared Brown, alongside rum expert Dave Broom and mixologist Nick Strangeway, delve into the origins of Cuban rum and its deep connection to Cuban culture. Contrary to popular belief, rum was not created by African slaves on Caribbean plantations; its roots trace back to Brazil and Southeast Asia. Cuban rum emerged during the Industrial Revolution, benefiting from advancements that enhanced its quality and appeal. This illustrated edition also chronicles the history of Cuba's iconic bars and bartenders, or cantineros, while sharing the tales behind classic cocktails like the Daiquiri, Mojito, Cuba Libre, and Mary Pickford. Readers will learn how to conduct a tasting of fine Cuban rums and explore their ties to Cuban music and religion. Anistatia Miller and Jared Brown, authors of notable works on cocktails, lead this exploration, supported by Dave Broom, a rum authority, and Nick Strangeway, an award-winning mixologist with expertise in classic Cuban drinks.