Historical Cookbook in Spiral Binding Exploring 4,000 Years of Recipes Adapted for Modern Kitchens
This historical cookbook brings 4,000 years of recipes into the modern kitchen, pairing more than 60 ancient and classic dishes with stories about their origins. Adapted recipes let curious home cooks explore food traditions through hands-on cooking.
Explore dishes such as ancient red beet stew, honey-topped cheese balls, Soul Cakes and a cinnamon-sweet pumpkin tourte. Photos and historical context add to the reading experience, while the spiral binding lets the book lie flat for easier reference as you cook.
Features
- More than 60 ancient and classic recipes adapted for modern kitchens
- Food history and storytelling alongside the recipes
- Photos and historical context for exploring global food traditions
- Spiral binding helps the book lie flat for easier reading and handling
- A mix of savory dishes and sweet baking projects
Specifications
- Format: Spiral bound
- Language: English
- Page count: 256 pages
- Historical span: 4,000 years
- Recipe collection: More than 60 ancient and classic dishes
- Publisher: S&S/Simon Element
- Publication date: April 18, 2023
- ISBN-10: 1982186186
- ISBN-13: 978-1982186180
- Item weight: 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions: 8 x 0.9 x 9 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these historical recipes in a modern kitchen?
Yes. The recipes in this historical cookbook are adapted for modern kitchens, so you can explore ancient and classic dishes using contemporary cooking methods.
Does this spiral-bound cookbook lie flat while cooking?
Yes. This spiral-bound edition is designed to lie flat, making it easier to refer to the recipe while preparing a dish.
Does the book include savory recipes as well as desserts?
Yes. This historical cookbook includes savory dishes such as red beet stew alongside sweet recipes such as Soul Cakes and pumpkin tourte.
Is this a recipe collection or a food history book?
It combines both. More than 60 ancient and classic dishes are accompanied by storytelling, photos and historical context.