Pickles : a global history
By: Jan Davison
Series: Edible; Edible
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 167
ISBN-13: 9781780239194
Copyright date: 2018
Subjects: Pickles; History
Description: From the fiery kimchi of Korea to the ceviche of Latin America, pickles are a global food. Throughout history humans have relied on pickling to preserve foods-- and add to their flavor. Davison explores their culinary history, and discusses pickle making and consumption, from ketchups and chutneys to sauerkraut.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 146-152) and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: Pickling: principles and practice; title: Asia: ferment and fire; title: The Mediterranean: ancient and modern; title: From the Middle East to Latin America: Arabs and conquistadores; title: From the Baltic to America: sustenance and savour; title: From Asia to the Atlantic: trade and empire; title: Pickles today; title: Recipes.