Author: DALBY, ANDREW & RACHEL DALBY
Title: Gifts of the Gods a History of Food in Greece
Description: London, England: Reaktion Books, 2017. First Edition; First Impression. Illustrated Hardcover. ISBN: 1780238541. Slight marks to edge of fron cover. Slight bumped corners. ; Slight marks to edge of fron cover. Slight bumped corners. Gifts of the Gods: A History of Food in Greece by Andrew and Rachel Dalby offers a comprehensive exploration of Greek culinary traditions, tracing their evolution from ancient times to the present day. The authors delve into how Greece's diverse landscapes influenced its agricultural practices, leading to the cultivation of various fruits, herbs, and vegetables integral to Greek cuisine. They examine the impact of historical periods—including the Classical, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman eras—on the development of regional food identities and the spread of Greek culinary practices beyond national borders. The book also highlights the role of Greek hospitality in shaping food culture. Richly illustrated and featuring traditional recipes that blend historical and modern flavors, Gifts of the Gods provides an insightful account of Greece's rich and ancient culinary heritage. ; Foods And Nations; Colour Photographs; 6 X 1 X 9 inches; 384 pages. Very Good .
Keywords: 1780238541
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Title: Gifts of the Gods a History of Food in Greece
Description: London, England: Reaktion Books, 2017. First Edition; First Impression. Illustrated Hardcover. ISBN: 1780238541. Slight marks to edge of fron cover. Slight bumped corners. ; Slight marks to edge of fron cover. Slight bumped corners. Gifts of the Gods: A History of Food in Greece by Andrew and Rachel Dalby offers a comprehensive exploration of Greek culinary traditions, tracing their evolution from ancient times to the present day. The authors delve into how Greece's diverse landscapes influenced its agricultural practices, leading to the cultivation of various fruits, herbs, and vegetables integral to Greek cuisine. They examine the impact of historical periods—including the Classical, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman eras—on the development of regional food identities and the spread of Greek culinary practices beyond national borders. The book also highlights the role of Greek hospitality in shaping food culture. Richly illustrated and featuring traditional recipes that blend historical and modern flavors, Gifts of the Gods provides an insightful account of Greece's rich and ancient culinary heritage. ; Foods And Nations; Colour Photographs; 6 X 1 X 9 inches; 384 pages. Very Good .
Keywords: 1780238541
Price: GBP 20.00 = appr. US$ 28.56 Seller: Literary Cat Books
- Book number: LCB63351
- Book number: LCB63351
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