The Philosophy of Chocolate - (British Library Philosophy of) by Sam Bilton (Hardcover)
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Highlights
- What makes chocolate so alluring?
- About the Author: Sam Bilton is an author, food historian and presenter of the Comfortably Hungry podcast.
- 112 Pages
- Cooking + Food + Wine, Specific Ingredients
- Series Name: British Library Philosophy of
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About the Book
"What makes chocolate so alluring? Why is it the inspiration for endless culinary creativity? Sam Bilton explores our complex relationship with this versatile confection, which is made from the humble beans of the tropical cacao tree. Divided thematically, the book moves between the ceremonial uses of chocolate and its reputation as an aphrodisiac, investigates its reputed health properties and poisonous possibilities. Other chapters reveal the darker side of its production in the Americas, through slave labour and exploitation of indigenous populations, as well as its commercialisation as a sweet treat in Western cultures, and chocolate consumption around the world. This mouth-watering, illustrated book is rounded off with tasting tips and chocolate recipes to leave you feeling fully replete"--Publisher's description.Book Synopsis
What makes chocolate so alluring? Why is it the inspiration for endless culinary creativity? Sam Bilton explores our complex relationship with this versatile confection, which is made from the humble beans of the tropical cacao tree. Divided thematically, the book moves between the ceremonial uses of chocolate and its reputation as an aphrodisiac, investigates its reputed health properties and poisonous possibilities. Other chapters reveal the darker side of its production in the Americas, through slave labor and exploitation of indigenous populations, as well as its commercialization as a sweet treat in Western cultures, and chocolate consumption around the world. This mouth-watering, illustrated book is rounded off with tasting tips and chocolate recipes to leave you feeling fully replete.About the Author
Sam Bilton is an author, food historian and presenter of the Comfortably Hungry podcast. She also provides cookery demonstrations, particularly on vintage cuisine, and appears on TV and radio.Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.3 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .52 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 112
Genre: Cooking + Food + Wine
Sub-Genre: Specific Ingredients
Series Title: British Library Philosophy of
Publisher: British Library
Theme: Chocolate
Format: Hardcover
Author: Sam Bilton
Language: English
Street Date: November 5, 2024
TCIN: 1005946616
UPC: 9780712354349
Item Number (DPCI): 247-49-7093
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.52 pounds
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