Be The Noodle

Be the Noodle is based on the author's four-month odyssey helping her headstrong mother, Bette, live at home while dying.

Noodle is an active old pug, but one day when his favorite human lifts him up Noodle just flops over like he as no bones and Jonathan soon learns that not every day can be a Bones Day, and sometimes a No Bones Day is exactly what you need to get through the week.

One day the dog fairy arrives to grant Noodle a wish: "What size and shape do you want to be?" Noodle asks all the animals at the zoo what he should wish for, only to discover he might just be perfect - exactly the way he is. Originally published in 1937, Noodle is a classic with a quiet wisdom that continues to hold true today. "Readers young and old will flock to the classic tale of the lovable Dachshund." - Publishers Weekly

A food writer travels the Silk Road, immersing herself in a moveable feast of foods and cultures and discovering some surprising truths about commitment, independence, and love. As a newlywed traveling in Italy, Jen Lin-Liu was struck by culinary echoes of the delicacies she ate and cooked back in China, where she’d lived for more than a decade. Who really invented the noodle? she wondered, like many before her. But also: How had food and culture moved along the Silk Road, the ancient trade route linking Asia to Europe—and what could still be felt of those long-ago migrations? With her new husband’s blessing, she set out to discover the connections, both historical and personal, eating a path through western China and on into Central Asia, Iran, Turkey, and across the Mediterranean. The journey takes Lin-Liu into the private kitchens where the headscarves come off and women not only knead and simmer but also confess and confide. The thin rounds of dough stuffed with meat that are dumplings in Beijing evolve into manti in Turkey—their tiny size the measure of a bride’s worth—and end as tortellini in Italy. And as she stirs and samples, listening to the women talk about their lives and longings, Lin-Liu gains a new appreciation of her own marriage, learning to savor the sweetness of love freely chosen.

Explore the romance, mystique and essence of noodles in Terry Durack's soul-satisfying tribute to their gloriousness. Whether it be the soba or udon, rice stick or kway teow, vermicelli, long life or bean thread, it's in this bold and stylish book. Noodle is Zen you can eat, noodle history you will enjoy, and recipes you will cook time and again. This book will be an education in noodle culture, from cooking to wonderful bits of folklore about their origins. In over 100 slippery, slurpy recipes Durack gives us the future in a bowl, from Cantonese wonton and noodle soup to Malaysia's famous curry laksa, Korea's chap chae and India's serian kheer dessert noodles. Mesmerising full-page colour photography provides foolproof noodle i-d and the low-down on how to prepare and cook it.

"When Noodle visits the farm, he pets all of the farm animals and learns their noises - Moo! And you can, too, with this touch-and-feel book"--Page 2 of cover.

Bear loves noodles. Fat noodles, thin noodles, flat noodles, crispy noodles - he'll eat them all! But will getting all the noodles he could ever dream of make him happy? Bear is hungry. Hungry for noodles! Bear's friends suggest alternatives (Acorns? Sticks? Grass? No, thank you!). With no noodles to be found in the forest, Bear must journey to the big city. There he gets all the noodles he could ever want as a contestant on the noodle eating game show "Noodle Knockout". It brings fame, fortune and, of course, noodles. But all the noodles in the world can't replace the home and friends that he loves.

Embark on a culinary odyssey and immerse yourself in the world of noodles with "Mastering the Noodle" – the ultimate eBook guide for noodle enthusiasts and food-lovers alike. This comprehensive tome takes you on a journey from the humble beginnings of noodle craft to the intricate art of creating perfect, palate-pleasing pasta. Discover the secrets behind the noodle, a staple that has woven its way through the fabric of diverse cultures around the globe. From the delicate strands of Italian spaghetti to the robust layers of Asian ramen, "Mastering the Noodle" uncovers the fascinating history of noodles and their evolution. With an exhaustive ingredients overview, you'll learn which flour types elevate your dough and how eggs and water-based mixtures can drastically alter your culinary results. Enter the realm of your noodle-making kitchen, where "Mastering the Noodle" guides you through the essential tools and best practices for selecting top-quality ingredients. Transform simple components into an exquisite meal with detailed chapters that meticulously outline everything from the basic elements of noodle dough to the fine-tuned skills required for kneading, whether by hand or with the aid of kitchen appliances. Unlock the artistry behind hand-rolling and cutting, ensuring each noodle is crafted with love and precision. For those who adore efficiency, our chapter on machine-made noodles will streamline your process without compromising on quality. Flavor enthusiasts will revel in our section on cultivating taste, where infusing your noodles with herbs, spices, and colorful vegetables becomes second nature. Delve into regional specialties, learning how to perfect Italian pasta classics and explore the rich traditions of Asian wheat noodles. "Mastering the Noodle" does not forget those with dietary restrictions, offering a dedicated chapter on gluten-free alternatives that are just as delicious and fulfilling. For soup lovers, the sublime merger of broth and pasta awaits, with expert tips on matching noodles to their broths. Learn wok-frying techniques that will transform your stir-fries into show-stoppers. And for the daring, "Mastering the Noodle" ventures into the oven with succulent baked dishes like lasagna and stuffed noodle delights like ravioli and global favorites like pierogi. Finish with a flourish as noodles cross into the sweet spectrum, featuring noodle kugel and innovative chocolate pasta. With each chapter designed to build your skills and confidence, "Mastering the Noodle" is the only guide you'll need to elevate your culinary prowess and amaze your senses. Let the flour fly and the forks twirl – your noodle mastery starts here. Join us in celebrating the thread that binds all cultures, one noodle at a time.