Mexican Food and Drink (Food & drink)

by Manuel (Author), Alvarado (Author)

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  Hardcover
  1988

  $52.40

  This book is part of a series which aims to dispel some of the myths about foreign foods. It covers Mexican food and drink, how it is grown, processed, prepared, cooked and served. There are also illustrated recipes varying in complexity from simple breads and biscuits to complete meals. The book commences with a discussion of Mexico's geographical setting within the Americas and the implications of the wide climatic range for food production. Influences such as the French and Spanish invasions and the ancient civilization of the Mayas, and regional variations are also considered. The author presents typical meals according to wealth, so that there may be some understanding of the social structure of the coun try.