Book description
Eat the rainbow. Cook Color celebrates the beauty of fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices, in a collection of 100 all-natural, monochrome recipes that reveal a tantalizing world of taste, texture, and seasonal eating like you've never seen before. What is the flavor of sunshine? The taste of forest green? Does the red of a pepper evoke the warmth of its spice? Cook Color reveals a whole new way of thinking about food. Author Maria Zizka introduces readers to ideas from color theory and cooking sciences, explaining how to master food styling and cooking techniques to enhance and preserve color, without any artificial additives. But cooking by color isn't just about looks; it is an approach that draws connections between aesthetics, seasonality, and flavor. Arranged in a gradient, the recipes begin with creamy shades of white--from a coconut cod and rice bowl to a garlicky bean and cauliflower salad. Yellows evoke the bright flavors in Margarita Bars, reds bring forward fiery tastes in dishes like Mapo Ragù with Rice Cakes, and greens highlight fresh and herbal flavors with dishes like Matcha and Mint Ice Cream Sundae or Zhoug-Marinated Feta and Fava Toasts. Blues, purples, and blacks present revelations: a butterfly pea flower boa stuffed with blue oyster mushroom, a classic Italian grape focaccia turned on its head with the addition of purple ube, and elegant black tahini cookies. To tie it all together, Zizka presents a special section of Color Menus, where she teaches readers how to use food to create palettes that evoke a sense of season, theme, or even a place: a Valentine's menu decorated with red and pink indulgences, a spring menu featuring all fresh flavors and pastel tones, a seafood-focused menu of blue and coral hues to conjure a tropical ocean vibe. Cook Color is a celebration of eating beautifully and creatively, at any moment and for any occasion.
Trash
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. 👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Skull Crusher
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Frosty Snazz
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app!
Die Slice
I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. 💡 This app's convenience is a blessing – I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! 📱👩🍳 Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
VisionVortex
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. An audiobook I’ll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narrator’s performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
DreamWeaver
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. Enhancing my daily routines – this app's design makes listening a joy. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Troubled Pie
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ManManMan
ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Flint
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed. ListenBook’s design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use.
WanderWord
This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Pitfall
With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app! ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Crazy Eights
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection.
Mad Irishman
ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. 🎶📚 The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! 🎵🎧 I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Spunky Sphinx
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
ThreadTraveler
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. 📱🔊
Spooky Yellowjacket
ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, making even the busiest days enjoyable. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a true gem. No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me!
CuriousCraft
The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Scuffs
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Neophyte Believer
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Friday Ferrari
No more fighting over the radio during family trips – we're all hooked on audiobooks now. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again – it's a must-have app. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect.
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