This book is part of a series which aims to dispel some of the myths about "foreign" foods. It covers Mexican food and drink, how it is grown, processed, prepared, cooked and served. There are also illustrated recipes varying in complexity from simple breads and biscuits to complete meals. The book commences with a discussion of Mexico's geographical setting within the Americas and the implications of the wide climatic range for food production. Influences such as the French and Spanish invasions and the ancient civilization of the Mayas, and regional variations are also considered. The author presents typical meals according to wealth, so that there may be some understanding of the social structure of the coun try.
- ISBN10 1852100281
- ISBN13 9781852100285
- Publish Date 1 June 1988
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 21 April 2005
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Hachette Children's Group
- Imprint Hodder Wayland
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 48
- Language English