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These are just a few of the tantalizing topics discussed in this fascinating history of food from prehistoric times to the present. This elegant work, written by leading world authhorities on culinary history, explores the culinary evolution of cultures ranging from Mesopotamia to America, and probes every aspect of food history, from the dietary rules of the ancient Hebrews to the 'MacDonaldization' of modern culture. Food gives a unique perspective on the social and cultural mores of humankind through the ages. We are what we eat, and this innovative exploration gives cooks, culinary scholars, and food lovers a banquet of information on which to feast.
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