Explore tips, opinions, and features on Barbecue A Global History Edible sold at 20.45 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
If there is one thing the United States takes seriously outside of sports its barbecue Different in every region barbecuing is an art and Americans take pride in their special blend of slowcooked meat spices and tangy sauces But the US didnt invent the cooking form nor do Americans have a monopoly on itfrom Mongolian lamb to Fijian pig and Chinesenbspchar siu barbecues endless variations have circled the globe In this history of this redblooded pursuit Jonathan Deutsch and Megan J Elias explore the first barbecues of ancient Africa the Arawak origins of the word and define what it actually is nbsp Traveling to New Zealand for the Maorisnbsphangi Hawaii fornbspkaluanbsppig Mexico fornbspbarbacoa de cabeza and Spain for a taste of bull roastnbspBarbecuenbsplooks at the incredible variety of the food around the world Deutsch and Elias also discuss barbecues status as a masculine activity the evolution of cooking techniques and barbecuing equipment technology and the growth of competitive barbecuing in the United States Rounding out the book are mouthwatering recipes including an 1877 Minneapolis recipe for a whole roast sheep a 1942 pork spare ribs recipe from the Ozarks and instructions for tandoori lamb chops and Chinese roast duck A celebration of all things smoky meaty and deliciousnbspBarbecuenbspmakes the perfect gift for backyard grillers and professional roasters
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Served up with a mother of pearl spoon and alongside a crystal flute of champagne caviar is the ultimate culinary symbol of wealth luxury and decadence But how did tiny fish eggswhich many might regard as an unwanted throwaway foodbecome such an international delicacy In Caviar A Global History renowned food writer Nichola Fletcher answers this curious question examining the rise of caviar as an indulgence and its effect on the lives of the people who seek and sell it today nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Fletcher takes the reader on a tour of the main areas of caviar productionRussia Iran Europe and Americaand investigates how the industry has contributed to the decline of the sturgeon population the fish most associated with caviar As Fletcher details many efforts are underway to create sustainable sturgeon farming which would make it possible to enjoy caviar with a clear environmental conscience nbspFeaturing vibrant illustrations and many fascinating anecdotes Caviar also offers advice on purchasing and serving caviar This is the perfect food book for everyone in need of a little opulence and glamour
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Round thin and made of starchy batter cooked on a flat surface it is a food that goes by many names flapjack crêpe and okonomiyaki to name just a few The pancake is a treasured food the world over and now Ken Albala unearths the surprisingly rich history of pancakes and their sizzling goodnessPancake traverses over centuries and civilizations to examine the culinary and cultural importance of pancakes in human history From the Russian blini to the Ethiopian injera Albala reveals how pancakes have been a perennial source of sustenance from Greek and Roman eras to the Middle Ages through to the present daynbsp He explores how the pancake has gained symbolic currency in diverse societies as a comfort food a portable victual for travelers a celebratory dish and a breakfast meal The book also features a number of historic and modern recipestracing the first official pancake recipe to a sixteenthcentury Dutch cookand is accompanied by a rich selection of illustrationsPancake is a witty and erudite history of a wellknown favorite and will ensure that the pancake will never be flattened under the shadow of better known foodsnbsp
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The tangy juicy sweetness of oranges has made them a mainstay on our breakfast tables as snacks and even as healthy desserts Indeed oranges and orange juices are so ubiquitous nowadays that we take them for grantedbut their journey to our supermarket shelves is a long and tantalizing story as Clarissa Hyman reveals in Oranges Following the orange from its origins in the Mediterranean world to the grocery produce section Hyman illuminates the wideranging cultural resonance and culinary presence of the popular fruitnbspCharting the arrival of bitter and sweet oranges in the Mediterranean where they were seen as a gift from the gods Hyman chronicles their dramatic voyage to the Americas and the impact they had on agriculture garden design and architecture along the way She surveys the many varieties of oranges that now exist and analyzes their status as symbols of great wealth in art an inspiration for poets and painters and a source of natural health Dealing with the practical complexities of orange cultivation she details the challenges facing modern producers and consumers across the globe Packed with delicious recipes and luscious photos Oranges is a refreshing look at the king of citrus
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Seaweed A Global History Edible sold for 31.05 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
Some might be put off by its texture aroma or murky origins but the fact of the matter is seaweed is one of the oldest human foods on earth And prepared the right way it can be absolutely delicious Long a staple in Asian cuisines seaweed has emerged on the global market as one of our new superfoods a natural product that is highly sustainable and extraordinarily nutritious Illuminating seaweeds many benefits through a fascinating history of its culinary past Kaori OConnor tells a unique story that stretches along coastlines the world over nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp OConnor introduces readers to some of the 10000 kinds of seaweed that grow on our planet demonstrating how seaweed is both one of the worlds last great renewable resources and a culinary treasure ready for discovery Many of us think of seaweed as a forage food for the poor but various kinds were often highly prized in ancient times as a delicacy reserved for kings and princes And they ought to be prized there are seaweeds that are twice as nutritious as kale and taste just like baconsuperfood indeed Offering recipes that range from the traditional to the contemporarytaking us from Asia to Europe to the AmericasOConnor shows that sushi is just the beginning of the possibilities for this unique plant nbsp
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Sandwich A Global History Edible sold at 101.58 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
The humble peanut butter and jelly or bologna and cheese or corned beef on ryeno matter your cooking expertise chances are youve made and eaten countless sandwiches in your lifetime Its quick its simple and its open to infinite variety and inventiveness If theres something bread or bunlike in your cupboard there is a sandwich waiting to happenThough sandwiches are a nearuniversal food their origin can be traced to a very precise historical figure John Montagu the Fourth Earl of Sandwich who sometime before 1762 being too busy to stop for dinner asked for some cold beef to be brought to him between two slices of bread In Sandwichawardwinning food writer Bee Wilson unravels the mystery of how the Earl invented this most elementary but delicious way of eating Wilson explores what sandwiches might have been like before the eighteenth century why the name sandwich stuck and how the Earls invention took off so quickly around the globe Wilson brings together a wealth of material to trace how the sandwich has evolved looking at sandwiches around the world from the decadent meatball hoagie to the dainty cucumber tea sandwich Loved the world over this popular food has surprisingly never before been the subject of a booklength history until now
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Truffle A Global History Edible, priced at 24.04 $ : it belongs to the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
What is a truffle Is it the übershroom the highest order of fungal foods Does it arrive as some cultures feel in the moment of a thunderclap One thing is for sure despite its unappetizing appearance the truffle is without a doubt one of the most prized ingredients in the worlds pantry In this book Zachary Nowak digs deep into the history and fame of this unlikeliest of luxury items exploring the truffles intoxicating hold on our senses how its distinctive flavor has become an instant indication of haute cuisine nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp nbsp Nowak traces the truffles journey from the kitchens of East Asia to those of Europe and the Americas Balancing cultural historical and scientific perspectives he offers a thorough and complete portrait of this manysided mushroom By comparing the truffles history in the Old World with its growing prominence in the New World he tells a larger story of the growth and dynamism of modern Western cuisine and food cultures Featuring many instructive and surprising illustrations and numerous recipes both historical and contemporary this unique and fascinating book is a mustread for chefs food historians and anyone ever drawn by the truffles mysterious rich and savory allurenbsp
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Doughnuts like hot dogs and apple pie are widely seen as a quintessentially American foodBut their story is much older one that began in the Old World Doughnut A Global History reveals the long history and wide reach of these deepfried dough delights Heather Hunswick takes readers on an exciting ride from prehistory to Ancient Egypt and Rome through medieval and Renaissance Europe and up to the New World Here doughnuts evolved from the openhearth to the present with its many old and familiar local favorites popular commercial brands and new waves of mouthwatering artisanal creations Its a story that encompasses not just culinary history but the doughnuts role in art and culture health and social changes and fad and fashion So pour a cup of coffee and settle in for a great read one sure to delight doughnut lovers and food historians alike
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Find tips, reviews, and features on Sauces A Global History Edible sold for 24.78 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to and is sold by Abebooks.com.
Where would eggs benedict be without hollandaise spaghetti without Bolognese tortilla chips without salsa or French fries without ketchup A world without sauces is a dull and dry world indeed But what exactly are sauces How did they become a crucial element in every countrys cuisine Maryann Tebben answers these questions in this flavorful history giving sauces their due as a highly debatable but essential part of our culinary habits nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Tebben begins in fifthcentury China with its many fermented sauces then follows them along trade routes from East to West as they become a commodity and helped seafarers add flavor to their rations Tracing the evolution of food technology she explores the development of the art of sauce creation and examines the foams ices and smokesbarely recognizable as saucesthat are found in the increasingly popular world of molecular gastronomy Tebben also investigates the many controversies that have sprung up around sauceshow salsa has overtaken ketchup in popularity in the United States and how British Worcestershire sauce actually originated in Indiaand offers tantalizing historical comparisons such as that between ketchup and Tabasco A charming look at the source of soy sauce mole beurre blanc and more Sauces will please expert chefs and novice sauciers alike
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Beef A Global History Edible sold for 25.59 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
Hamburgers pot roast stew steak brisketthese mouthwatering dishes all have cows in common But while the answer to the question Wheres the beef may be everywhere links to obesity and heart disease madcow disease and global warming have caused consumers to turn a suspicious eye onto the ubiquitous meat Arguing that beef farming cooking and eating is found in virtually every country Beef delves into the social cultural and economic factors that have shaped the production and consumption of beef throughout historynbspLorna PiattiFarnell shows how the class status of beef has changed over time revealing that the meat that was once the main component in everyday stews is today showcased in elaborate dishes by fivestar chefs She considers the place beef has occupied in art literature and historical cookbooks while also paying attention to the ethical issues in beef production and contemplating its future Featuring images of beef in art and cuisine and palatepleasing recipes from around the world Beef will appeal to the taste buds of amateur grillers and iron chefs alike
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Water A Global History Edible sold for 1762.25 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
Other than air the only substance more vital to life is water Our bodies brim with it and if were deprived of it for even a few days the results can be fatal Our planet too is mostly water with oceans across approximately seventy percent of its surface But potable water has in many times and places been a scarce resource and with Water Ian Miller traces the history of our relationship with drinking waterour attempts to find it keep it clean and make it widely available nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Millers history ranges widely from ancient times to the present exploring all the many ways that weve rendered water palatablefrom boiling it for tea or distilling it as part of alcoholic beverages to piping it from springs bubbles and all He covers the histories of water treatment and supply belief in its medicinal powers and much more all supported by fascinating historical illustrations As access to fresh water becomes an ever more potent problem worldwide Millers book is a fascinating reminder of our long engagement with this most vital fluid
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Chargrilled or boiled Sauerkraut or chili Mustard or ketchup Vienna Beef or Sabrett Only these questions could be raised about one of the worlds favorite backyard picnic ballgame and street foodsthe hotdog Though nearly two billion hot dogs are consumed by Americans annually in the month of July alone there is absolutely no consensus on which is the right way to serve up a hotdog In Hot Dog well known food historian Bruce Kraig recounts the history of this popular tube steak from the origin of the sausage 20000 years ago to its central place in American culture today nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Kraig discusses the many brands including Hebrew National Pearl Sabrett and Vienna Beef and the regional variations that go along with themlike kosherstyle New York dogs loaded with mustard and sauerkraut New England dogs with Boston Baked Beans and fullyloaded Chicago style hotdogs complete with mustard onion relish sport peppers a dill pickle spear a dash of celery salt and tomato slices but never ever ketchup Hot Dog covers the other international sausages like bologna and bockwurst as well and explores some of the apocryphal tales of the hotdog in historylike the origin of its name and whether Queen Elizabeth II was truly served hotdogs on a visit to the White Housenbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Packed with tasty facts and recipes Hot Dog reveals the rich history and passionate opinions about this seemingly ordinary food
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The scent of oregano immediately conjures the comforts of Italian food curry is synonymous with Indian flavor and the fire of chili peppers ignites the cuisine of Latin America Spices are often the overlooked essentials that define our greatest eating experiences In this global history of spices Fred Czarra tracks the path of these fundamental ingredients from the trade routes of the ancient world to the McCormicks brands contemporary domination of the global spice marketnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Focusing on the five premier spicesblack pepper cinnamon nutmeg cloves and chili pepperwhile also relating the story of many others along the way Czarra describes how spices have been used in cooking throughout history and how their spread has influenced regional cuisines around the world Chili peppers for example migrated west from the Americas with European sailors and spread rapidly in the Philippines and then to India and the rest of Asia where the spice quickly became essential to local cuisines The chili pepper also traveled west from India to Hungary where it eventually became the national spicepaprika nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Mixing a wide range of spice fact with fascinating spice fablesuch as giant birds building nests of cinnamonCzarra details how the spice trade opened up the first age of globalization prompting a crosscultural exchange of culinary technique and tradition This savory spice history will enliven any dinner table conversationand give that meal an unforgettable dash of something extra
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Sweets and Candy A Global sold at 25.59 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by Candy, and sold by Abebooks.com.
With eyepopping colors and shapes intense flavors and curious textures sweets and candy are beloved by people of all ages worldwide They provide minor treats lessons in economics for children and colorful giveaways to mark festivities They can be admired for beauty and novelty make ideal gifts and can even be used to woo But these seemingly inconsequential indulgences are freighted with centuries of changing cultural attitudes social and economic history emotional attachments and divergent views on the salubriousness of sugar How did confectionary become so popular Why do we value concentrated sweetness in such varied gooey forms And in the face of ongoing health debates why persist in eating sweets From marzipan pigs and nutty nougat to bubblegum and bonbons Sweets and Candy looks beneath the glamour and sparkle to explore the sticky history of confectionary Methods for making sweets can be traced back to the importance of sugar in Arabic medicine and the probable origin of this practice in ancient Indiaa place where sweetness is still important for both humans and gods Gorging on gobstoppers from these early candy antecedents to modernday delectables Laura Mason describes the bewildering and fascinating ways in which different cultures have made consumed valued and adored sweets throughout history Featuring a selection of mouthwatering illustrations and scrumptious recipes to try at home this global candy trail will delight sweettoothed foodies and history buffs everywhere
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Cocktails A Global History Edible sold for 248.35 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
Gimlet negroni manhattan Long Island ice tea flirtini hurricane screwdrivercocktails have come a long way from their first incarnation in the seventeenth century when rum punch was everyones goto drink Originally made of five ingredients including a spirit sugar and spices cocktail now refers to any drink made of liquor and a mixer In this book Joseph M Carlin uncovers how many of our favorite cocktails were invented and describes how this most American of alcoholic beveragesbut most international of drinkscame to influence society around the worldnbspTraveling back to the nineteenth century Carlin explains that though England and the American colonies were enjoying rum punch years earlier the true cocktail was born in America in 1806 Soon after mechanically harvested ice became widely available Americans were sipping martinis and mint juleps in bars saloons and taprooms and it didnt take long for these tasty concoctions to spill over into all corners of the globe The result Carlin reveals was the birth of a number of cocktail spinoffscocktail parties cocktail dresses cocktail wieners cocktail napkins and the Molotov cocktail to name just a few Featuring many tempting recipes Cocktail A Global History is a book to peruse with a mimosa in the morning and a martini at night
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Dumplings A Global History Edible sold at 100.85 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
From gnocchi to pierogi to wonton the dumpling has become synonymous with comfort food around the world Whether stuffed or unfilled steamed or boiled many countries have their own version of the dish In this book Barbara Gallani looks at the differences and similarities between the ways dumplings are prepared in a variety of cultures addressing the contrast between the dumpling as an everyday meal and as a food for festive occasions First examining the etymology of the word and examining just what makes a dumpling a dumpling Gallani moves on to recount the many ways we have come to love this simple comfort sometimes even offering up monuments and poetry in its honor Including traditional recipes for readers to make at home she shows us what makes the dumpling special in so many ways A great resource for food and history enthusiasts alike Dumplings reveals unique insights into this widely consumed and celebrated food
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From the restorative powers of chicken soup on a sick day to the warmth of a bowl of chowder on a wintry night there is no food quite as comforting and emblematic of home as soup Soup as Janet Clarkson tells us is the first true culinary creation of humanity and it has made a long journey from the prehistoric cave to the kitchen table and the white linens of Michelinstarred restaurants Tracing its myriad reinventions through history and across the globe Clarkson argues in Soup that it is the only truly universal dishevery culture in the world makes soup and it is widely valued as a dish adaptable for any situation From the swill of the poorhouse to the most delicately crafted consommé Clarkson explores how soup got its name and describes the different roles of soup in Eastern and Western cuisine Featuring the national soups of many countries and including an assortment of anecdotes and recipes taken from seven centuries of culinary history Soup entertains as much as it informs telling of how the history of the restaurant itself is intricately interwoven with the very concept of soup nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp With enthusiasm and detailed research Clarksons entertaining history is a nutrientrich meal for the mind sure to be devoured as happily as its subjectPublishers Weekly on Clarksons Pie
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Corn A Global History Edible sold for 46.72 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
Originating in Mesoamerica 9000 years ago maizeor as we know it cornnow grows in 160 countries In the New World indigenous peoples referred to corn as Our Mother Our Life and She Who Sustains Us Today the United States is the worlds leading producer of corn and you can find more than 3500 items in grocery stores that contain corn in one way or anotherfrom puddings to soups margarine to mayonnaise In Corn A Global History Michael Owen Jones explores the origins of this humble but irreplaceable crop The book traces corn back to its Mesoamerican roots following along as it was transported to the Old World by Christopher Columbus and then subsequently distributed throughout Europe Africa and Asia Jones takes readers into the deliciously disparate culinary uses of corn including the Chilean savory pie pastel de choclo Japanese corn soup Mexican tamales a Filipino shaved ice snack and the South African cracked hominy dish umngqusho favored by Nelson Mandela Covering corns controversies celebrations and iconic cultural status Jones interweaves food folklore history and popular culture to reveal the vibrant story of a world staple
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Sweet succulent cooling and often with a beguiling floral fragrance a ripe melon can be one of the most delicious things you sink your teeth into As Sylvia Lovegren shows in this book the melons complex flavor profile is matched by an equally complex history Cutting into the melons past she takes us on a whirlwind trip around the world from the sandy stretches of the Kalahari desert to the ancient kingdom of Ur in Mesopotamia from the exotic oases of the Silk Road to Jesuit outposts in northern Canada from slave plantations in Brazil to Japanese farmswhere perfect melons are grown in glass boxes and sold at exorbitant prices nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp Along the way Lovegren details the impact the melon has had on humankind Moving from ancient and medieval medical recipes to folk tales stories growing contests and genetics she explores the diverse ways we have cultivated enjoyed and sometimes even feared this fruit She explores how we have improved modern melons over centuries of breeding and how some growers and scientists today are trying to preserve and even revive ancient melon strains Richly illustrated and with a host of ancient medieval and modern recipesnbspMelonnbspis a delightful look at the surprising history of one of the worlds most sumptuous fruits nbsp
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A Manhattan or a Sazerac neat on the rocks or with a splash of sodano matter how its served up whiskey is synonymous with the poets inspiration and the devils spirit Be it bourbon rye corn Irish or Scotch whiskey has an infamous and celebrated history from a sometimes lethal herbinfused concoction to a highquality meticulously crafted liquor nbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbspnbsp In Whiskey Kevin R Kosardelivers an informative concise narrative of the drinks history from its obscure medieval origins to the globally traded product that it is today Focusing on three nationsScotland Ireland and AmericaKosarcharts how the technique of distillation moved from ancient Egypt to the British Isles Contrary to popular claims there were no good old days of whiskey before the twentieth century consumers could never be sure just what was being poured in their cupunscrupulous profiteers could distill anything into booze and pawn it off as whiskey Eventually government and industry established legal definitions of what whiskey is and how it could be made allowing for the distinctive styles of whiskey known todayWhiskey explains what whiskey is how it is made and how the types of whiskey differ With a list of suggested brands and classic cocktail recipes for the thirsty reader this book is perfect for drink and food enthusiasts and history lovers alike
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