Edible Flowers

A Global History
Series: Edible
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Edible Flowers by Constance L. Kirker, Mary Ann Newman, and Mary Newman is a culinary exploration into the world of flowers that can be used in cooking. The book provides a historical and cultural background of edible flowers, offering insights into their culinary uses and benefits. With recipes and practical tips, it invites readers to add floral flavours and aesthetics to their meals.
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If you're intrigued by the culinary potential of garden blooms and enjoy adding a splash of colour and flavour to your dishes, this book could be a delightful guide. It explores the history and uses of edible flowers in various cuisines, providing both seasoned chefs and curious home cooks with inspiration to experiment creatively in the kitchen.

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Edible Flowers

Edible Flowers is the fascinating history of how flowers have been used in cooking from ancient customs to modern kitchens. It also serves up novel ways to prepare and eat soups, salads, desserts and drinks. Discover something new about the flowers all around you with this surprising history.

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Few things in life have as much universal appeal as flowers. But why in the world would anyone eat them? Greek, Roman, Persian, Ottoman, Mayan, Chinese, and Indian cooks have all recognised the feast for the senses that flowers brought to their dishes. Today, chefs and adventurous cooks are increasingly using flowers in innovative ways.

Edible Flowers is the fascinating history of how flowers have been used in cooking, from ancient customs to modern kitchens. It also serves up novel ways to prepare and eat soups, salads, desserts, and drinks. Discover something new about the flowers all around you with this surprising history.

Constance Kirker is a retired Penn State University professor of art history.

Series: Edible

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Edible Flowers by Constance L. Kirker, Mary Ann Newman, and Mary Newman is praised for its engaging exploration of the history and use of edible flowers, tracing back to ancient times. Reviews highlight its broad scope, covering traditions from the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, and its inclusion of recipes and historical timelines make it a delightful and informative read. The book is appreciated for being both surprising and educational, with its illustrations and narratives making complex histories accessible and enjoyable.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780236384

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Reaktion Books

Illustration: 57 illustrations, 50 in colour

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 197.0mm

Height: 120.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 168

About the Author

Mary Newman (Author)
Mary Newman has taught environmental health at Ohio University and the University of Malta. She is co-author of Edible Flowers (β€˜Edible’ series) and Cherry (β€˜Botanical’ series), both published by Reaktion Books.

Constance L. Kirker (Author)
Constance L. Kirker is a retired Pennsylvania State University professor of art history. An avid gardener and foodie, she is also co-author of Edible Flowers (β€˜Edible’ series) and Cherry (β€˜Botanical’ series), both published by Reaktion Books.

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