The Food Book - The Stories, Science, and History of What We Eat, New Edition

Discover the origins, traditions, and use of the everyday foods served up on our plates, from salt to sushi and rice to ravioli. A true celebration of food in all its forms, Food is the cornerstone of daily life, culture, and even religion. Staples like bread, beans, and cereal crops are part of our culinary history, and used in many ways around the world. This fascinating reference covers all food groups, including nuts and grains, fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, and herbs and spices, providing information on every aspect of their history, and their place in world cuisine. Packed with glorious images to create a feast for the eyes, and stories that surprise and enthrall, this is the ultimate feast for foodies, a global smorgasbord packed with unforgettable tales and eye-opening facts.

About the author

(forward writer) Giles Coren

Product details

• Authors: Giles Coren, DK
• Assisted by: Coren Giles (Foreword)
• Publisher: Dorling Kindersley USA
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 27.08.2024
• EAN: 9780593842706
• ISBN: 978-0-593-84270-6
• No. of pages: 392
• Dimensions: 243 mm x 289 mm x 32 mm
• Series: DK Nature Books
• Subjects: Guides > Food & drink > General, dictionaries, tables; Cookery by ingredient, COOKING / Specific Ingredients / General, COOKING / History, Cookery / food & drink etc, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Agriculture & Food, Food & society, Cookery / food by ingredient, Cultural studies: food and society, Cookery / food and drink / food writing