About this item
A deliciously fascinating, expertly written global tour of cooking, eating, and drinking, told through objects in the collection of the British Museum.Our insatiable appetite for creativity in the kitchen -- or around the open fire -- is reflected in the fascinating objects explored in this book. Written by food writer Jenny Linford in collaboration with the British Museum, Repast focuses on artifacts in the museum's collection -- from ancient clay cooking vessels to exquisite gold cups -- spanning multiple continents and dating from prehistory to the modern day.Taking a broadly chronological approach to the subject, the book is arranged into thirteen thematic chapters, starting with explorations of hunting and gathering and ending with the history of eating out; along the way, agriculture, alcohol, and cooking -- among other subjects -- are also investigated.
About the Author
Jenny Linford is a professional food writer based in London and a member of the Guild of Food Writers. She is the author of several books including The Tomato Basket (9781849755986) , The Creamery Kitchen (9781849754941) , Great British Cheeses, and Food Lovers' London, and General Editor of '1001 Restaurants You Have to Experience Before You Die'. Her food journalism has appeared in numerous newspapers and magazines, including the 'Financial Times', 'Guardian', 'Time Out', and 'The Times'. She is always very happy in the presence of good food.
