Books matching: sociology of culinary arts
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The ultimate food science reference - an essential on your kitchen shelf if you want to understand the 'why' behind cooking. Not for recipe hunters, but a treasure for the curious and passionate about food.
'On Food and Cooking: The Science and Lore of the Kitchen' by Harold McGee is an extensive reference book that delves into the science, history, and sociology of food and cooking. The book explores a wide range of topics, from the chemistry of ingredients to the physics of cooking techniques, providing detailed explanations and fascinating insights into the world of culinary arts. McGee's writing style combines scientific explanations with historical anecdotes and practical information, making the book both educational and enjoyable to read for anyone interested in food and cooking.
What better subject for the first chapter than the food with which we all begin our lives? Humans are mammals, a word that means “creatures of the breast,” and the first food that any mammal tastes is...1984•896 pages
