Roast Chicken with Garlic and Herbs

1 (3 lb) whole roasting chickens salt , to taste pepper , freshly ground,to taste 1/2 cup olive oil 6 cloves garlic , peeled 3 sprigs fresh rosemary 3 sprigs[...]

3/4 of a large onion , cut into 1/4 inch slices 6 -8 garlic cloves , crushed but not chopped 1 1/2 lbs cherry or other small tomatoes , halved 1/4 cup olive[...]

3 sprigs marjoram 2 tablespoons tarragon 20 black olives , pitted 1 tablespoon brandy 6 lbs chicken 3 cups water 3 tablespoons soy sauce pepper 1 Blend[...]