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The Story of Food

by DK
Giles Coren
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From the fish that started a war to the pope poisoned with chocolate, discover the fascinating stories behind the origins, traditions, and uses of our food.
Explore the tales, symbolism, and traditions that come wrapped up in the food on our plates - food that not only feeds our bodies but also makes up our culture. The Story of Food is a sumptuously illustrated exploration of our millennia-old relationship with nearly 200 foods.
A true celebration of food in all its forms, this book explores the early efforts of humans in their quest for sustenance through the stories of individual foods. Covering all food types including nuts and grains, fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, and herbs and spices, this fascinating reference provides the facts on all aspects of a food's history.
Discover how foods have become a part of our culture, from their origins and how they are eaten to their place in world cuisine today.
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Series: DK A History of Publisher: DK

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  • ISBN: 9781465494788
  • Release date: May 1, 2018

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  • ISBN: 9781465496805
  • File size: 168968 KB
  • Release date: May 1, 2018
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Cooking & Food History Sociology Nonfiction

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English

From the fish that started a war to the pope poisoned with chocolate, discover the fascinating stories behind the origins, traditions, and uses of our food.
Explore the tales, symbolism, and traditions that come wrapped up in the food on our plates - food that not only feeds our bodies but also makes up our culture. The Story of Food is a sumptuously illustrated exploration of our millennia-old relationship with nearly 200 foods.
A true celebration of food in all its forms, this book explores the early efforts of humans in their quest for sustenance through the stories of individual foods. Covering all food types including nuts and grains, fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, and herbs and spices, this fascinating reference provides the facts on all aspects of a food's history.
Discover how foods have become a part of our culture, from their origins and how they are eaten to their place in world cuisine today.
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Cooking & Food History Sociology Nonfiction
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