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Book

History is delicious

Call Number

  • J 641.3 LURI (CEN, EAS, OSH)

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Publication Information

Layton : Gibbs Smith, [2021]

Physical Description

84 pages : colour illustrations ; 28 cm

Summary

"From well-known cultures to those just being rediscovered ... [this book] explores the history of different dishes, cultural traditions, and even a few great recipes ... Discover the role cuisine plays in the fabric of unique cultures from around the world"--

Contents

  • Americas. Table settings ; Around the world ; Mexico ; Brazil ; Peru ; Indigenous American ; Ingredients ; Recipe
  • Europe. Dining do's and don'ts ; France ; Italy ; Spain ; Recipe
  • Coffee break. Ethiopia ; Condiments and sauces of the world
  • Asia. Noodles around the world ; China ; Dim sum ; India ; Japan ; Korea ; Thailand ; Vietnam ; Dumplings of the world ; Recipe
  • Middle East. Spices of the world ; Egypt ; Lebanon ; Iran ; Israel ; Turkey ; Recipe.

Subjects

Added Authors

Laura Foy