English Cooking, Ancient and Modern 1: Spices, Salt and Aromatics in the English Kitchen

English Cooking, Ancient and Modern 1: Spices, Salt and Aromatics in the English Kitchen

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Author: Elizabeth David
Binding: Paperback
Published: Penguin, 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, spine lightly tanned and pages have yellowed

Elizabeth David's "English Cooking, Ancient And Modern 1: Spices, Salt And Aromatics In The English Kitchen" is a seminal work of culinary history and practical cookery. This volume meticulously chronicles the historical use of spices, salt, and aromatics within English cuisine, challenging preconceived notions about its perceived blandness. David, a revered food writer, presents a scholarly yet accessible examination of ingredients and techniques, illustrating their evolution and influence from ancient times to the modern era. It is an essential read for food historians, home cooks, and anyone with a passion for understanding the rich tapestry of British gastronomic heritage.

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Description

Author: Elizabeth David
Binding: Paperback
Published: Penguin, 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image, spine lightly tanned and pages have yellowed

Elizabeth David's "English Cooking, Ancient And Modern 1: Spices, Salt And Aromatics In The English Kitchen" is a seminal work of culinary history and practical cookery. This volume meticulously chronicles the historical use of spices, salt, and aromatics within English cuisine, challenging preconceived notions about its perceived blandness. David, a revered food writer, presents a scholarly yet accessible examination of ingredients and techniques, illustrating their evolution and influence from ancient times to the modern era. It is an essential read for food historians, home cooks, and anyone with a passion for understanding the rich tapestry of British gastronomic heritage.