About the Author

Andrew Schloss, cooking teacher, food writer, cookbook author and food industry consultant, is recognized for his ability to explain technical aspects of cooking in easily understandable terms. He writes a column on food and science for the New York Times and is the author of 12 cookbooks. Andy's most recent books are Homemade Liqueurs and Infused Spirits: Innovative Flavor Combinations, Cooking Slow: Recipes for Slowing Down and Cooking More, Homemade Sodas: 200 recipes for Soft Drinks, Soda Pop, and Healing Waters, and Fire It Up with David Joachim.