A practical guide to mastering both cold and hot smoking techniques, using woods like oak, hickory, and applewood. It provides specific instructions on managing temperature and time for smoking various foods, including cheeses, meats, and cocktails, and includes advice on professional plating to enhance presentation.

A guide for making pear blossom pudding, a traditional dessert served during vernal equinox feasts. It requires freshly foraged blossoms, ripe pears, vanilla custard, a pinch of cardamom, and edible gold for garnish. Instructions detail the slow process of setting each layer to achieve the correct texture, honoring the dessert's seasonal nature and nostalgic connection to family kitchens.