Deze serie duikt in de fascinerende wereld van voedsel en gastronomie, en onderzoekt de culturele, historische en sociale betekenis ervan. Elk deel biedt diepgaande inzichten in diverse facetten van de culinaire cultuur, van traditie tot innovatie. Het is essentiële lectuur voor iedereen die geïnteresseerd is in hoe voedsel onze levens en samenlevingen vormt.
Pickles, Cheese, Chocolate, Spirits, and the Return of Artisanal Foods
The book explores the evolution of artisanal foods from early American settlers to the current surge in small-batch businesses. Through interviews with over fifty producers, it examines the influences and challenges faced by these craft industries, highlighting their changing social significance and identity.
A Year in Food and Beer offers 40 delicious recipes and over 100 beer-pairing suggestions, guiding readers on flavor identification in beers and how to enhance their culinary creations with seasonal gourmet foods and cooking techniques. Perfect for craft beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike.
Exploring the profound influence of Italian, Mexican, and Chinese cuisines, this text connects culinary traditions to significant historical themes over the past 10,000 years. It delves into how these cuisines have shaped global eating habits and cultural exchanges, offering readers a deeper understanding of the relationship between food and history.
Telling the story of the Nazis' plan to kill millions of people in the German-occupied eastern territories, this book examines food politics during the Third Reich. Gesine Gerhard explores the economics of food production and consumption in Nazi Germany, as well as its use as a justification for war and as a tool for genocide.
Exploring the impact of social media on food culture, this book critiques the surge in food interest and the democratization of food criticism. Through lively anecdotes, it addresses key issues surrounding these phenomena, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. The engaging narrative highlights how social media has transformed the way we perceive and critique food.
This book celebrates the richness of Mexico's main holidays and celebrations through food.