Cooking - History

Author: Shane McNeil,Logan Rogue,Andrew RolanderISBN-13: 9798996717910Publisher: Matador PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/30/2026Pages: 130Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.33d

Journey back in time without leaving your kitchen! Make dishes that would make grandma proud with iconic recipes from the past. Indulge in nostalgic meals that evoke a feeling of home and comfort; casseroles, entrées, soups, salads, snacks, cakes, pies and cookies are the...

"Mrs. Beeton's Jam-Making Including Preserves, Marmalades, Pickles and Home-Made Wines" serves as an essential guide for the domestic arts of food preservation. This comprehensive work provides readers with a wealth of practical instructions and time-tested recipes for transforming seasonal fruits and vegetables into pantry...

"Seven Hundred Sandwiches" is an expansive and versatile culinary resource dedicated to the art of sandwich making. Compiled by Florence A. Cowles, this work serves as an exhaustive guide for homemakers, entertainers, and culinary enthusiasts seeking variety beyond the basic bread-and-filling combination. The collection...

Author: Cara BrezinaISBN-10: 1648417388ISBN-13: 9781648417382Publisher: Microcosm PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/03/2026Pages: 128Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 7.00h x 5.00w x 0.34d

Discover the captivating story of vermouth--the aromatic, herb-infused spirit that has quietly shaped cocktail culture for centuries. Discover the captivating story of vermouth--the aromatic, herb-infused spirit that has quietly shaped cocktail culture for centuries. This beautifully crafted book takes you on a journey through...

The Something-Different Dish, by Marion Harris Neil, offers a delightful collection of recipes and culinary ideas designed to add novelty and excitement to everyday meals. Published in 1915, this cookbook reflects the culinary tastes and kitchen practices of the early 20th century, providing a...

A cup of coffee and a slice of cake, cooking for friends, Sunday lunch with the family at the local pub - most of us take these simple everyday pleasures for granted. But how did we learn to cook and what inspired us to...

Discover the impact of war on food production and consumption with this fascinating textbook. Developed specifically for college classes, this engaging guide explores the complex relationships between food, politics, and society, providing critical insights into the challenges and opportunities of wartime food systems.This work...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

More than 50 authentic, elegant recipes for classic Sicilian dishes, presented by the ultimate authority in Italian home cookingExperience Sicily's vibrant, varied cuisine with this evocative cookbook from the Silver Spoon Kitchen. Organized by province, Sicily features beloved recipes ranging from Sfincione, the famed...

More than 50 authentic, elegant recipes for classic Tuscan dishes, presented by the ultimate authority in Italian home cookingExperience Tuscany's renowned cuisine with this evocative cookbook from the Silver Spoon Kitchen. Organized by province, Tuscany features beloved recipes ranging from Pappardelle all'Anatra (Pappardelle with...

"Seven Hundred Sandwiches" is an expansive and versatile culinary resource dedicated to the art of sandwich making. Compiled by Florence A. Cowles, this work serves as an exhaustive guide for homemakers, entertainers, and culinary enthusiasts seeking variety beyond the basic bread-and-filling combination. The collection...

For anyone who's ever picked an apple fresh from the tree or enjoyed a glass of cider, writer and orchardist Diane Flynt offers a new history of the apple and how it changed the South and the nation. Showing how southerners cultivated over 2,000...

"The Princess Cook Book" is a comprehensive and elegant guide to the art of Swedish cuisine, authored by Jenny Akerstrom, a renowned domestic science educator. This classic volume brings together an extensive collection of recipes that define the rich culinary traditions of Sweden, ranging...

This book is a fascinating history of tea and the spreading of tea throughout the world. Camellia sinensis, commonly known as tea, is grown in tea gardens and estates around the world. A simple beverage served either hot or iced, tea has fascinated and...

The world population has grown by about five billion since the beginning of the Green Revolution and many believe that, without the Revolution, there would have been greater famine and malnutrition. Population movements increase urban populations and reduce rural populations. This reduces labor productivity...

"A Book of Unusual Soups" is a specialized culinary guide that delves into the art of soup-making beyond the standard fare. Compiled by Mary D. Chambers, this collection offers an array of recipes designed to broaden the horizons of home cooks and professional chefs...

In 1900, a French tire company printed a small red booklet and gave it away for free. It listed gas stations, mechanics, and a handful of restaurants where a motorist crossing France might find a decent meal. Nobody called it a cultural revolution. Nobody...

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Preservation: The Art and Science of Canning, Fermentation, and Dehydration by Christina Ward has become atrusted, cult-favorite guide for readers who want to understand not just howfood preservation works, but why it works. Now released as a fully expanded andupdated 10th Anniversary edition, this...

Viili Perpetual No-Cook Homemade Yogurtis the perfect introductory booklet to viili, a yogurt-like, traditional Finnish dish which never needs to be cooked and is made entirely on the countertop by pouring milk into a starter (the residue of the yogurt you just used). Yogurt...

In an era when food insecurity was rampant and many families struggled to make ends meet, Juliet Corson's Fifteen Cent Dinners offered a lifeline to countless households. Filled with practical tips, simple recipes, and nutritional advice, this book is a testament to the ingenuity...

This book is a culinary history of ketchup, tracing its colorful evolution from ancient times to the present. The author describes the ingredients, recipes, and cultural contexts of the many varieties of ketchup found around the world, while offering mouth-watering anecdotes and recipes to...

Coffee is the world's cup. Over 2.25 billion are brewed, sipped, and savored on a daily basis. A loyal companion and energetic facilitator of the everyday, coffee has sprouted an entire cafe culture and a booming industry. While the caffeine fix is hard to...

Cocatrice and Lampray Hay is our title for this edition of the Corpus Christi College, Oxford MS F 291 which contains 99 recipes written in English (showing signs, the experts claim, of East Anglian provenance). The recipes are remarkable for their close attention to...

Eataly founder Oscar Farinetti reveals the accidental, serendipitous discoveries that gave birth to some of the world's most well-known gastronomic delights. Did you know that your morning coffee could be thanks to a herd of energetic goats? Or that a forgotten ingredient is behind...

A richly illustrated history of medieval Europe's cuisine paired with authentic recipes for today.We don't usually think of haute cuisine when we think of the Middle Ages. But while the poor did eat a lot of vegetables, porridge, and bread, the medieval palate was...

One August day, months after her marriage abruptly ended, a heart-shaped baking tin fell at Bee Wilson's feet: the same one she had used to bake her wedding cake twenty-three years prior. This discovery struck a wave of emotions that propelled her search for...

"A Book of Unusual Soups" is a specialized culinary guide that delves into the art of soup-making beyond the standard fare. Compiled by Mary D. Chambers, this collection offers an array of recipes designed to broaden the horizons of home cooks and professional chefs...

"What Is What in Groceries" is a comprehensive and authoritative reference guide that illuminates the vast array of food products and commodities found in the early 20th-century marketplace. Written by Alexander Todoroff, this work functions as an encyclopedic manual designed to educate both the...

"The Dundee Presbyterian Cook Book: A Collection of Selected Recipes" is a quintessential community cookbook compiled by the Woman's Auxiliary of the Dundee Presbyterian Church in Omaha, Nebraska. This collection serves as a vibrant window into the culinary traditions and domestic life of the...

"Colette's Best Recipes: A Book of French Cookery" is an enchanting collection of culinary wisdom that brings the soul of traditional French kitchens to the reader's table. Written by Marie Jacques, this work serves as a practical and elegant guide to the art of...

Pull up a stool at the ranch bar and raise a glass to the untamed spirit of Texas. Perini Ranch Steakhouse Cocktails brings the legendary hospitality of Buffalo Gap's iconic steakhouse straight to your glass, with a collection of handcrafted drink recipes infused with...

A Culinary Tour of Green Mount Cemetery tells the story of Baltimore and its gastronomic history through recipes of people buried at Green Mount Cemetery. Recipes come from descendants of the founders of Baltimore Town, from mayors, suffragettes, librarians, home economists, city planners, housewives,...

The Book of Tea （A Japanese Harmony of Art, Culture, and the Simple Life (1906) by Okakura Kakuzō (1906) is a long essay linking the role of chadō (teaism) to the aesthetic and cultural aspects of Japanese life and protesting Western caricatures of "the...

"Mexican Cookery for American Homes" offers a fascinating glimpse into the early adoption and adaptation of Mexican culinary traditions within the United States. This classic collection features a wide array of recipes designed to introduce the vibrant flavors of Mexico to American households, ranging...

"The Settlement Cook Book" stands as one of the most influential and beloved culinary resources in American history. Compiled by Mrs. Simon Kander, this comprehensive guide offers a vast collection of recipes, household tips, and domestic advice that served as a cornerstone for generations...

Shabbat stew is the most Jewish of foods. Over the past one-and-a-half millennia, this humble dish has travelled the world, accompanying the Jewish people on their wanderings throughout the Diaspora. Today, Jews everywhere prepare some version of the recipe each week for Sabbath lunch.In...

This collection of 50 Old Line Plate essays is printed in a convenient compact paperback format for readers on the go. Includes essays from previous publications as well as additional favorites from the Old Line Plate blog.Author: Kara Mae HarrisISBN-13: 9798988261919Publisher: Old Line PlateLanguage:...

This richly illustrated book is a multi-sensory journey into the world of citrus fruits. The contributions trace their history, types, methods of cultivation, use in medicine and perfumery and reconstruct their presence in myth and literature, and also in art and gastronomy.Author: Donatella LippiISBN-10:...

Salsa and guacamole wouldn't be the same without cilantro, and you can't make pizza without oregano or a mojito without mint. You can use peppermint to settle an upset stomach, ease arthritis pain with stinging nettle, and heal burns and wounds with aloe vera....

Written by A Boston Housekeeper, this is "a complete Culinary Encyclopedia: Comprehending all valuable receipts for cooking meat, fish, and fowl, and composing every kind of soup, gravy, pastry preserves, essences, &c.with numerous original receipts, and a complete system of Confectionery." Considered an important...

The history of food is one of the fastest growing areas of historical investigation, incorporating methods and theories from cultural, social, and women's history while forging a unique perspective on the past. The Routledge History of Food takes a global approach to this topic,...

A first-of-its-kind guide to the 400-year-old spirit, including its history, resurgence, and 35 recipes for cocktails and sweet and savory dishes. Created as a medicinal elixir in the 1700s and still made exclusively by Carthusian monks in the French Alps from a secret recipe,...

"The Boston Cooking School Cook Book" is a seminal work in American culinary history, authored by the pioneering Fannie Merritt Farmer. Often cited as the foundation of modern recipe writing, this comprehensive guide introduced the revolutionary concept of standardized level measurements, bringing scientific precision...

Lithuanian cuisine is not merely a collection of recipes; it is a reflection of endurance, memory, and belonging. In a land shaped by long winters, dense forests, and a history marked by occupation and survival, food became more than nourishment-it became a quiet act...

The importance of the banquet in the late Renaissance is impossible to overlook. Banquets showcased a host's wealth and power, provided an occasion for nobles from distant places to gather together, and even served as a form of political propaganda. But what was it...

"Tempting Kosher Dishes" is a classic culinary guide dedicated to the art of Jewish cooking and the strict observance of kosher dietary laws. This collection offers a diverse array of recipes designed to bring both nutrition and flavor to the traditional Jewish home, utilizing...

Relish the retro flavors from the Disney Parks' past.The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook is a passport back to the golden days of park hopping, nostalgia-filled summer vacations, and the taste of real adventure from the Disney restaurants you thought were gone forever. Inside,...