Kapusta or Cabbage - A Mother and Daughter Historical and Culinary Journey
by Jennie Ts Choban and April Qureshi
This book offers an insight into the life of Roald Dahl. It is a mixture of written anecdotes covering Roald Dahl's upbringing, his youth and early days in Africa and his later life at home with his wife Liccy and their numerous children, grandchildren and friends. For this extensive family, there is no more enjoyable way of relaxing than to share good food and wine. The meals they enjoy together round the old pine farmhouse table at Gipsy House are either fine examples of national dishes of the...
Contrary to what is often believed, good food was valued highly in the Middle Ages - the fragrance of exotic spices filled the air, meat turned on the spit and fish was consumed in abundance for religious reasons. The wealthy made a show of their prosperity by serving peacock or wild boar at banquets, while the poor ate vegetables, porridge and bread. Fresh and preserved fish, meat, fruit and vegetables were transported great distances to grace dining tables across Europe. In The Medieval Kitc...
[ 2 Books in 1 ] - Doppio Ricettario Di Cucina Con Cibi Italiani E Asiatici ! Italian Language Edition
As well as over 250 delicious recipes, this new, up-dated edition also contains a historical introduction to the gastronomy of the region, advice on traditional cookery techniques, a comprehensive guide to Mediterranean ingredients and hints on which local wines to look out for.
Best of Scandinavian Cooking
by Shirley Sarvis and Barbara Scott O'Neil
This exciting collection of 100 recipes, each dish the favourite of a Scandinavian cook, spans the range of home cooking -- starters, soups, omelettes, pancakes, meats and pastries. Included are directions for making such tempting dishes as Norwegian Blueberry Omelette, Danish Butter Cake, Swedish Pancakes, and openfaced Danish sandwiches.