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Taste Test

Taste Test

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9780593231784
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9780593231784
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200
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Release Date:
Sep 7, 2021

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Spice up dinner parties, virtual group hangs, or any get-together with 200 multiple-choice trivia cards that cover culinary pop culture, cooking tools and techniques, ingredients, and regional dishes.

What spirit traditionally gives the classic dessert Bananas Foster its flame? Which New York City deli rose to national fame thanks to the 1989 film When Harry Met Sally? Prove your culinary knowledge with Taste Test, the ultimate trivia game for food obsessives.

An enclosed booklet offers instructions, tips for keeping score in teams, and variations on the original rules. Whether you're hosting a proper trivia night and playing competitively or setting the cards out as conversation starters, Taste Test is the ultimate ice-breaker.

STANDARD, PRIMARY, DM AND VARIANT COVERS

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

PRODUCT TYPES

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

  • Large, hardcover collections
  • Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
  • Typically 800-1000+ pages
  • Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

  • Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
  • Collect shorter runs or story arcs
  • Usually 300-600 pages
  • Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

  • Standard-sized hardcover books
  • Collect 6-12 issues typically
  • Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
  • Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

  • Softcover collections
  • Standard comic book size
  • Usually collect 4-6 issues
  • Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

  • Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
  • Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
  • Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs