Cooking - History

Written in English by a Japanese scholar in 1906, this book has become a classic. With clarity and elegance, the author, Kakuzo Okakura, defines the allure, the humanity, the evolution, the spirituality, the symbolism, and the related arts of tea.Author: Kakuzo OkakuraISBN-10: 142901279XISBN-13: 9781429012799Publisher:...

A Cook Book for Nurses was published in 1911. Formerly the cooking instructor at the Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, Sarah Chapman Hill gathered recipes suitable for invalids and infants in a manner that is practical and concise.Author: Sarah Chapman HillISBN-10: 1429090162ISBN-13: 9781429090162Publisher: Arcadia...

A collection of fifty recipes based on the archives of the stately homes of Britain and Ireland, new in paperback During the eighteenth century, ladies of high society kept handwritten notes on recipes and it became fashionable to exchange the most successful with friends...

"Folklore, which delves into the culture of peoples, may be a more important study about real life--private life--than standard, formal history. . . . One of the lessons that we have learned--or are beginning to learn--from the study of folklore is the importance of...

At the beginning of the twentieth century, Dallas, Texas was not the metropolis that it is today. It was a new city that was growing fast. Poor immigrants were arriving in Dallas in record numbers. In 1850, Dallas had a population of 430; by...

The El Paso Cook Book (1898) was the first cookbook published in that city. The El Paso Cook Book is valuable from an historical standpoint'廷for what it tells us about El Paso and what it tells us about cookery at the beginning of the...

The Esther C. Mack Industrial School of Salem, Massachusetts compiled this book in 1910. Included are selections from 'The Compleat Cook' (1683); 'The Frugal Housewife' (1730); 'Our Grandmother's Cook Book' (1800); and 'Our Own Cook Books' (1900). Literary quotations from Shakespeare, Byron, Cervantes, and...

Incredibly popular and long-lasting, this has been one of the most enduring cookbooks in American history. This is a comprehensive collection of the menus and recipes of the American and White House kitchen.Author: Hugo Ziemann, Fanny GilletteISBN-10: 1429090200ISBN-13: 9781429090209Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Language: EnglishPublished: 09/05/2007Pages:...

Published in 1922, this book is a comprehensive source of recipes and practical advise gathered from readers of the magazine.Author: Good Housekeeping InstituteISBN-10: 1429090197ISBN-13: 9781429090193Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Language: EnglishPublished: 12/19/2008Pages: 260Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.86lbsSize: 9.14h x 6.12w x 0.68d

Published originally in 1912, this volume aims to provide housewives with an economic and labor-saving manner for creating delicious family meals. Simplicity and frugality are emphasized throughout. An early forerunner of today's popularity of food cooked in parchment, many of the recipes can be...

Catharine Beecher, sister to Harriet Beecher Stowe, was a prominent and respected author during her time. Part cookbook, part health manual, and part domestic guide, Miss Beecher's Housekeeper, published in 1873, sought to codify and simplify the information and skills needed to efficiently and...

Published in 1869, this important work by the Beecher sisters is remarkable both for its philosophy and its practicality. The work presupposes a servantless home, teaching the homemaker of the day basic skills and providing "up-to-date" information on every aspect of home management.Author: Catharine...

Henry Lutz's 1922 work presents "the history of viticulture and brewing in the Ancient Near East from the beginning of historic time down to the wine-prohibition of Muhammed."Author: Henry Frederick LutzISBN-10: 1429010428ISBN-13: 9781429010429Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Language: EnglishPublished: 12/10/2007Pages: 180Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.59lbsSize: 9.06h x 6.08w...

Peter Mead's 1867 work is a basic introduction to American grape growing and wine making.Author: Peter MeadISBN-10: 1429010401ISBN-13: 9781429010405Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Language: EnglishPublished: 12/10/2007Pages: 488Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.58lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.10d

Embark on a captivating culinary adventure through the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Nigeria. Flavors of Nigeria is a delightful exploration of the diverse and dynamic cuisine that has captivated taste buds around the world. From the sizzling street food specialties to the...

Pages from fourteen classic American cookbooks of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, annotated and with updated recipesAuthor: Lauri Shaw, Paul SchwartzISBN-10: 0985568135ISBN-13: 9780985568139Publisher: Ampersand Graphics LimitedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/14/2013Pages: 208Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.44d

Though the Roaring Twenties call to mind images of flappers dancing the Charleston and gangsters dispensing moonshine in back rooms, Sylvia Lovegren here playfully reminds us what these characters ate for dinner: Banana and Popcorn Salad. Like fashions and fads, food--even bad food--has a...

Ukrainian cooking has a long tradition. This large country has lots of high quality fertile farming land and a variety of great produce and this has shaped the history of cooking in the area. Ukraine has been under the control of different countries and...

An iconoclastic celebration of canned, packaged, and preserved foods. By turns a scientific, feminist, and economic critique, this book gleefully attacks received wisdom about the dangers of processed food. Anastacia Marx de Salcedo argues that, in fact, most processed foods are relatively healthy and...

Home recipes and news clippings as collected by S.H. Levan in the early 1900's in Lancaster County, PennsylvaniaAuthor: Willow Moon Publishing, S. H. LevanISBN-10: 1546852417ISBN-13: 9781546852414Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/22/2017Pages: 34Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.09d

It is unavoidably fascinating to see what famous killers choose as their last ever meal on planet Earth. In the book that follows we will offer an eclectic mix of famous (and not so famous) criminals from history and reveal what they had for...

Food and cuisine are important subjects for historians across many areas of study. Food, after all, is one of the most basic human needs and a foundational part of social and cultural histories. Such topics as famines, food supply, nutrition, and public health are...

The Second Avenue Deli has been an internationally renowned Gotham landmark for nearly half a century. Over the years, its founder, Abe Lebewohl, provided the best Jewish fare in town, transforming his tiny ten-seat Village eatery into a New York institution. The Second Avenue...

Winner of the Gourmand Wine Books prize for 'Best Drinks Writing Book' in the UK A fascinating journey through ancient wine country that reveals the drinking habits of early Christians, from Abraham to Jesus. Wine connoisseur Joel Butler teamed up with biblical historian Randall...

Originally published in 1886, this collection of recipes and miscellaneous tips and tricks is a volume published almost entirely by women for women. The book was launched to raise funds for the women's suffrage movement and to communicate--in the shared, common language of a...

Bestselling author and world-renowned chef Mario Batali pays homage to the American farmer-from Maine to Los Angeles-in stories, photos, and recipes. America -- Farm to Table: Simple, Delicious Recipes Celebrating Local Farmers Mario Batali, who knows the importance of ingredients to any amazing dish,...

The Warrior's Table tells the story of life in the Special Operations Forces (SOF) community through the experiences of real SOF spouses and families across the service branches. Our family dinner team, The Cast Iron Crew, shares recipes from decades in SOF and how...

Welcome to the table! This is a love story about an ambassador and two Texans. Not any ol' ambassador or any ol' Texans. He was Lyndon Baines Johnson, and she was Claudia Alta Taylor, better known as Lady Bird Johnson. The ambassador is food....

If you've ever tasted a clamcake, you already know you HAVE to have this book. Filled with humor and historical tales of this epic food, this book is so expertly written that you'll want to take a trip to RI to visit clamshacks, shore...

Have you heard excessive brain labor causes baldness or the cure for wrinkles is a tepid bath in bran?Do you want to know Thomas Jefferson's recipe for Vinegar of the Four Thieves or how to make Ox Tail Soup?Have you ever had 'blueberry pickles',...

Now in its third edition, Food in World History explores culinary cultures and food politics throughout the world, from ancient times to the present day, with expanded discussions of industrialization, indigeneity, colonialism, gender, environment, and food and power. It examines the long history of...

1960s Throwback RecipesStep back in time and rediscover the vibrant and nostalgic flavors of the 1960s with our brand-new cookbook, "Vintage Recipes of the 1960s!" This delightful collection of iconic dishes will transport you to the heart of the swinging sixties, where dinner parties...

The Me Decade & Focus on International CuisinesImmerse yourself in the groovy culinary delights of a bygone era with our captivating cookbook, "Vintage Recipes of the 1970s!" This exquisite collection of iconic dishes harks back to the days of disco, bell-bottoms, and free-spirited culinary...

From Queen of Tarts to the nation's heart, Mary Berry shares her Recipe for Life. From the moment she came into the world--two weeks early, throwing her parents' lives into disarray--Mary has gracefully but firmly done things her own way. Born in 1935, in...

In his new history of food, acclaimed historian Massimo Montanari traces the development of medieval tastes--both culinary and cultural--from raw materials to market and captures their reflections in today's food trends. Tying the ingredients of our diet evolution to the growth of human civilization,...

First published in 2005. A cookery book by the author of The Three Muskateers and The Count of Monte Cristo may seen an improbability. Yet Alexandre Dumas was an expert cook- his love of food was said to be equalled only by his love...

An Eater Best Food Book of 2023A Smithsonian Best Food Book of 2023 From the New York Times-bestselling author of Cod and Salt, a delectable look at the cultural, historical, and gastronomical layers of one of the world's most beloved culinary staples--featuring original illustrations...

A delicious celebration of the cast iron pan--by the mega-bestselling author of THE CAKE MIX DOCTOR. Beloved by home cooks and professionals alike, the cast iron skillet is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment in your kitchen arsenal. Perfect for every meal...

As a world destination for its history, culture and food, Barcelona occupies a special place for international visitors and food lovers. The book reveals the culinary history of the city of Barcelona and the region of Catalonia in Spain that narrates its rich gastronomic...

Allured by the gold rush, waves of German, Japanese, Chinese and Italian immigrants brought their culinary proclivities to the American West. The early sophistication of saloons followed, and Denver's gastronomic landscape experienced a tremendous culinary evolution spanning sixteen decades. Dating back to the late...

Trap Kitchen is back with a nod to their Jamaican heritage, fusing Caribbean cuisine with their signature Trap Kitchen sensibilities and flavors. Get ready to ignite your taste buds and embark on a culinary escapade with "Trap Kitchen: Wah Gwan? Jamaican Cookbook." This electrifying...

A lively A-to-Z compendium of the notable drinks, bartenders, and bars that shaped the cocktail world and produced the vibrant spirits culture we enjoy today, from two-time James Beard Award-nominated author and New York Times cocktail and spirits writer, Robert Simonson. "The Encyclopedia of...

Take a seat at the Regency dining table and share food enjoyed by Jane Austen's much loved fictional characters, as well as her own family. Inspired by the novels and letters of Jane Austen, this collection of recipes is based on authentic recipes from...

A scrumdiddlyumptious selection of treats inspired by Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. The perfect companion cookbook to the upcoming 2023 film adaptation Wonka starring Timothée Chalamet. Enter here and you'll find a world of fanciful treats, delectable chocolates, and candied confections as colorful...

Author: Keith PepperellISBN-10: 1539817237ISBN-13: 9781539817239Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/02/2017Pages: 74Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.15d

Building on the success of the award-winning Maine Bicentennial Community Cookbook, this second volume is a brand new collection of more than 200 family recipes, stories, and photos. The Maine Community Cookbook, Volume 2: 200 More Recipes Celebrating Home Cooking in the Pine Tree...

Authentic household recipes from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. When Daniel and Martha Turnbull began in 1820 to build an estate that would eventually encompass seven plantations, they could not have known that for more than 120 years their family would continue...

The book "" The Book of Tea, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This...

Did you know that bourbon must be made in America and aged for at least two years in new American oak barrels that are charred on the inside? In this spirited little cookbook, Kathleen Purvis explores the history, mythology, and culinary star power of...

This practical cookbook is both an illustrated guide to the breads of the world and a bread-making manual, with over 100 recipes for delicious home-made loaves of all kinds. The book opens with a short history of breads and bread-making before describing the different...