"Explores the cuisine of the Middle Ages within its historical context, examining its relationship with religion and with different classes of society. Includes
Drawing on the cuisine of the Middle Ages, from the fall of the Roman Empire to Henry VIII's break with Rome, this new treatment of a classic book explores the
In this fascinating study, the author examines both the theory and practice of medieval cooking. The recipes which survived indicate how rich and varied a choic
We don’t usually think of haute cuisine when we think of the Middle Ages. But while the poor did eat a lot of vegetables, porridge, and bread, the medieval pa