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Feasts and Fasts
A History of Food in India
Series: Foods and Nations
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Feasts and Fasts: A History of Food in India
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Feasts and Fasts: A History of Food in India is an exploration of Indian cuisine in the context of the country's religious, moral, social, and philosophical development.
It addresses topics such as dietary prescriptions and proscriptions, the origins of vegetarianism, culinary borrowings and innovations, and the use of spices. The book also explores the inseparable links between diet, health, and medicine.
This lavishly illustrated book offers a mouth-watering tour of India's regional cuisines, containing numerous recipes to interest and excite readers.
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Feasts and Fasts by Colleen Taylor Sen is praised for its detailed exploration of India's rich culinary history. Critics highlight its comprehensive examination of dietary conventions across eras, religious influences, and the evolution of regional diversities, covering everything from prehistoric times to modern influences. The book intertwines India’s culinary traditions with its cultural, social, and historical contexts, drawing particular interest for its insights into the impact of colonialism and the global spread of Indian cuisine. Reviewers admire its ability to harmonize the complex tapestry of India’s gastronomic heritage and describe it as an essential and expansive read on the subject.
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ISBN: 9781780233529
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 November 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Illustration: 100 illustrations, 86 in colour
Audience: General / adult
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Weight: 0g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Colleen Taylor Sen lives in Chicago, and her books include Curry: A Global History (Reaktion, 2009) and Feasts and Fasts: A History of Food in India (Reaktion, 2014), named one of the best food books of the year by Vogue and The Smithsonian Magazine.
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