Olive oil, palm oil, nut oil, balsamic vinegar, fruit vinegar, rice vinegar, wine vinegar -- there have never been so many types of oils and vinegars readily available.Oils and vinegars are not only essential ingredients for Italian, French, Chinese, and Indian dishes, but for many cuisines around the world. It is now known that much can be done with these versatile ingredients.This book explores the wide range of possibilities, covering such areas as: -- History and production processes of oils and vinegars-- Their many culinary, cosmetic, and household uses-- The health properties of each variety-- Advice on combining oil and vinegarIllustrated with over 90 full-color photographs, this volume reveals the potential of both ingredients and will inspire you to buy and try unfamiliar oils and vinegars with confidence and incorporate them into your cookery and lifestyle in exciting and adventurous new ways.