Gifts of the Gods
Gifts of the Gods What do we think about when we think about Greek food? In Gifts of the Gods, Andrew and Rachel Dalby take us into and beyond the taverna in our minds to offer us a unique and…
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Gifts of the Gods
What do we think about when we think about Greek food? In Gifts of the Gods, Andrew and Rachel Dalby take us into and beyond the taverna in our minds to offer us a unique and comprehensive history of the foods of Greece.Greek food is brimming with thousands of years of history, lore, and culture. For many, it is the meze and the traditional plates of a Greek island taverna at the height of summer.
The book discusses how the land was settled, what was grown in different regions, and how certain fruits, herbs, and vegetables became a part of local cuisines. The country has one of the most varied landscapes of Europe, where steep mountains, low-lying plains, rocky islands, and crystal-blue seas jostle one another and produce food and wine of immense quality and distinctive taste. Moving through history--from classical to modern--the book explores the country's
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Fingerprints of the Gods
Return of the Gods
The Shadow of the Gods
The Discord of Gods
The Death of the Gods
Bloodline of the Gods
Hunger of the Gods
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