Book description
Enjoy the bold flavors of Chinese food with 90 accessible plant-based recipes for the Western cook and kitchen. No wok required! With her popular blog, Omnivore's Cookbook, Maggie Zhu is the go-to person for traditional Chinese recipes designed for the Western home cook, and over the past few years, she has been incorporating more plant-based cooking into her diet. In Chinese Homestyle, Maggie shares a wide range of foolproof vegan recipes that pack all the flavor and none of the meat. Building on a foundation of plant-based and vegetable-forward dishes found in Chinese cuisine, these umami-rich recipes are inspired by the comforting, everyday dishes Maggie grew up eating in northern China and discovered in her travels throughout the country, along with takeout favorites she became familiar with after moving to the United States. Made with fresh ingredients and minimal oil and sugar, the salads, soups, stir-fries, braises, dumplings, and more are not only delicious, but also demonstrate the impact of aromatics, the benefits of using homemade sauces and condiments, how to cook tofu for maximum flavor and texture, and versatile cooking techniques, and include: Homemade Sauces and Condiments Appetizers and Salads Orange Cauliflower Char Siu Bao Cumin Potato Baked Buns Egg-less Egg Drop Soup Shanghai Scallion Oil Noodles Tofu, Tempeh, and Seitan Hearty Seasonal Mains Easy Seasonal Sides Creamy Red Bean Ice Pops Complete with step-by-step instructions, stunning photos, and information for stocking your Chinese pantry, Chinese Homestyle will soon have you enjoying this exciting cuisine right in your own home.
Gold Bentley
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve found. The interface is clean and easy to use. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Purity
With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. πͺ Crushing workouts while devouring books β this app makes fitness fun and educational! ποΈββοΈπ π Rekindling my literary flame β this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. ππ My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Dark Burn
With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move β it's like having a tutor by my side. π Long road trips? No problem β this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! ππ πΌ Merging work and pleasure β audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! π»π§ ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Red Pepper
Audiobooks have never been this immersive β this app transports me to different worlds. π± My pocket-sized library β this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! ππ± ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Mum Mary
π‘ This app's convenience is a blessing β I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! π±π©βπ³ π₯ Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears β audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. π΅π π± An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality β audiobook listening has never been this effortless. ππ ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
EchoExplorer
ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Tweety
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences β a thoughtful feature. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
Marshmallow Treat
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment.
Club Nola
ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Fennel Dove
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. π Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures β audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! ππ Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Kazmii
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off β no more searching for my spot! π‘ Nurturing my curiosity with audiobooks β this app adds a touch of wonder to my daily routines. π±π The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories.
CloudFrenzy
π Turning my phone into a portal of stories β this app's ease of use is remarkable! π±π« π± An entire library at my fingertips β this app is a book lover's dream come true! ππ Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Skool
Enhancing my daily routines β this app's design makes listening a joy. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Zorkle Sporkle
π§ Navigating through narratives has never been simpler β this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. ππ« Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch.
HolyCombo
Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds β this app's functionality is genius. ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information.
Unleashed
This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Flint
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine.
Predator
ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Legacy
I can't stop raving about this app β it's like having a personal library in my pocket. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly.
Danger Menace
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience