There is keen interest in the exquisite yet simple Italian cuisine
and Italian culture. This volume provides an intimate look at how
Italians cook, eat, and think about food today. It describes the
cornucopia of foodstuffs and classic ingredients. An overview of
the typical daily routine of meals and snacks gives a good feel for
the everyday life. The changing roles of women are explored with a
discussion of the inroads that convenience foods are making. In
addition, the current concerns about the food supply, the benefits
of the Mediterranean diet, and the slow food movement are tied in
to the debates on these issues in the United States. Food is one of
the main reasons why many Americans travel to Italy. Yet, the
fascination with Italian cuisine is not all about health or taste.
There is much more to it. Italian food is perceived and portrayed
in the media as representing a whole lifestyle: Italians live la
dolce vita, leisurely eating and drinking with friends and
families, families are still important, and communities are close
knit. The reality of Italian society is more complex, and this
volume offers a balanced view of Italian culture and identity
through its foodways.
General
| Imprint: |
Greenwood Press
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Series: |
Food Culture around the World |
| Release date: |
October 2004 |
| First published: |
October 2004 |
| Authors: |
Fabio Parasecoli
|
| Dimensions: |
235 x 156 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Hardcover
|
| Pages: |
256 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-313-32726-1 |
| Categories: |
Books
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| LSN: |
0-313-32726-2 |
| Barcode: |
9780313327261 |
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