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The Complete Language of Food

A Definitive and Illustrated History
By S. Theresa Dietz
Series: Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia
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The Complete Language of Food by S. Theresa Dietz explores the fascinating history and cultural significance of various foods and culinary terms. It delves into linguistics, providing insights into how our understanding and appreciation of food have evolved over time. This engaging read combines etymology and gastronomy, making it a delightful resource for food enthusiasts and language lovers alike.
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If you have a passion for cooking and food, or you enjoy exploring the cultural and historical significance of culinary practices, this book may appeal to you. It offers an in-depth look at the various meanings and symbolism behind food ingredients and their uses, providing fascinating insights into how food communicates within different contexts.

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The Complete Language of Food

The Complete Language of Food blends the realms of food and folklore in a beautifully illustrated encyclopedia of ingredients, including for each entry the food's unique properties and the facts and folklore behind its use.

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Awaken both your inner foodie and your inner yogi as you journey into the consciousness of everyday foods, from their origins in myth to modern interpretations today. Have you ever considered the cultural origins and meanings of your favourite foods? The Complete Language of Food ties ingredients back to mythological and folklore roots for a unique and appetising exploration of the foods we eat.

Presented alphabetically, each food entry includes:

  • A beautiful illustration
  • A concise summary of the food's mythology and folklore
  • How the food is used in certain cultures and traditions
  • Correlations to chakras, elements, and deities

With everyday ingredients like acai, bok choy, and cauliflower, you're bound to learn more than you ever imagined about your household favourites as you discover the symbolic meanings, uses, and facts behind each. The knowledge gained will bring new meaning and intention to your mealtime.

Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, flower meanings, and the stories behind signs and symbols.

Also available in the series: Complete Book of Dreams, Complete Language of Flowers, Complete Language of Herbs, Signs & Symbols of the World, and Complete Guide to Astrological Self-Care.

Series: Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781577152590

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Wellfleet Press,U.S.

Illustration: 500+ color illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 1089g

Pages: 256

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Cook Books & Recipes Cooking & Food Education & Reference Health & Wellness Non-Fiction S. Theresa Dietz Self-Help & Personal Development Series: Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia

About the Author

Spring, summer, and autumn container gardening on a small apartment's balcony is all the more appreciated during the short growing season in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State where eclectic artist and writer S.Theresa Dietz makes her home. The twenty-plus years of ongoing research into the subject of floriography symbolism and powers were driven onward by her fascination with all things magical and mysterious, along with her deep abiding love of all trees, plants, and flowers. She is the author of The Complete Language of Flowers and The Complete Language of Herbs.

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