num_pages: 144
description: Hamburgers pot roast stew steak brisketthese mouthwatering dishes all have cows in common. But while the answer to the question Wheres the beef? may be everywhere links to obesity and heart disease mad-cow disease and global warming have caused consumers to turn a suspicious eye onto the ubiquitous meat. Arguing that beef farming cooking and eating is found in virtually every country Beef delves into the social cultural and economic factors that have shaped the production and consumption of beef throughout history. Lorna Piatti-Farnell shows how the class status of beef has changed over time revealing that the meat that was once the main component in everyday stews is today showcased in elaborate dishes by five-star chefs. She considers the place beef has occupied in art literature and historical cookbooks while also paying attention to the ethical issues in beef production and contemplating its future. Featuring images of beef in art and cuisine and palate-pleasing recipes from around the world Beef will appeal to the taste buds of amateur grillers and iron chefs alike.
language: English
title: Beef: A Global History
publisher: Reaktion Books