The Medieval Cookbook - Revised Edition (Hardcover, Revised)

This book takes the reader on a gastronomic journey through the Middle Ages, offering not only a collection of medieval recipes, but a social history of the time. The fifty recipes, drawn from the earliest English cookbooks of the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, are presented in two formats: the original middle English version and one adapted and tested for the modern cook. In a fascinating introduction, the author describes the range of available ingredients in medieval times and the meals that could be prepared from them--from simple daily snacks to celebratory feasts--as well as the preparation of the table, prescribed dining etiquette, and the various entertainments that accompanied elite banquets. Each chapter presents a series of recipes inspired by a historical event, a piece of literature, or a social occasion. Here we find descriptions of the grilled meats consumed by William the Conqueror's invading forces; the pies and puddings enjoyed by the pilgrims in Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales; and the more sumptuous fare served at royal feasts and Christmas celebrations. The author ends with a discussion of herbal recipes for various ailments. Beautifully illustrated with lively dining scenes from illuminated manuscripts and tapestries, this book serves up a delightful literary and visual repast for anyone interested in the history of food and dining.

General

Imprint:	Getty Publications
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	May 2012
First published:	May 2012
Authors:	Black
Dimensions:	250 x 150 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Paper over boards / With dust jacket
Pages:	144
Edition:	Revised
ISBN-13:	978-1-60606-109-1
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > The arts: general issues > General Books > Health, Home & Family > Cookery / food & drink etc > National & regional cuisine Books > Humanities > History > World history > General Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > General Books > Health, Home & Family > Cookery / food & drink etc > General cookery > General Books > History > History of specific subjects > General Books > History > World history > General Books > Food & Drink > General cookery > General Books > Food & Drink > National & regional cuisine
LSN:	1-60606-109-7
Barcode:	9781606061091

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