The World of Spice

by Michael Bateman (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2006

  $4.24

  Spices hold the key to the culinary history of the world and The World of Spice explores the subtle shadings in provincial spice palettes that represent the complex layering of local cuisines. Journeying to the far corners of the globe, award-winning writer Michael Bateman uncovers an intriguing blend of food and travel to plot a spice trail for the modern age. In 200 exquisite recipes from fiery Cajun redfish to traditional English Christmas pudding, he rediscovers ancient skills that tease out the fullest flavours in main dishes, light appetisers and salads, warming soups and stews and sensational desserts, alongside a host of delicate spice mixtures, pastes, sauces and side dishes. Combining culinary, botanical and historical information with wonderful anecdotes, delicious recipes and vibrant food and travel photography, The World of Spice has been a lifetime in the making. It will fascinate every gourmet, globe-trotter, food historian and modern-day cookery enthusiast.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2003

  $5.76

  Part two of the book is an illustrated encyclopaedia of over 60 spices in all their various forms, including roots, bark, berries, seeds, flowers, leaves, fruits, vegetables, nuts and resins. This extensive directory explores the appearance, aroma, taste, commercial value, distribution, cultivation, preparation and domestic and medicinal usage of each individual spice. It includes common favourites such as chilli, ginger, nutmeg and pepper as well as the more mysterious and exotic varieties such as annatto, epazote, mastic and zedoary.