The Georgian Feast by Darra Goldstein

The Georgian Feast by Darra Goldstein

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Part ethnography, part geography and part cookbook, this text describes the rugged topography and turbulent history of the Republic of Georgia which was once a crossroad of trade between Asia and Europe. These cultural influences have led to a rich native cuisine.

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The Georgian Feast by Darra Goldstein

According to Georgian legend, God took a supper break while creating the world. He became so involved with his meal that he inadvertently tripped over the high peaks of the Caucasus, spilling his food onto the land below. The land blessed by Heaven's table scraps was Georgia. Nestled in the Caucasus mountain range between the Black and Caspian seas, the Republic of Georgia is as beautiful as it is bountiful. The unique geography of the land, which includes both alpine and subtropical zones, has created an enviable culinary tradition. In The Georgian Feast, Darra Goldstein explores the rich and robust culture of Georgia and offers a variety of tempting recipes. The book opens with a fifty-page description of the culture and food of Georgia. Next are over one hundred recipes, often accompanied by notes on the history of the dish. Holiday menus, a glossary of Georgian culinary terms, and an annotated bibliography round out the volume.
Darra Goldstein is the author of a number of books, including A Taste of Russia: A Cookbook of Russian Hospitality (1983) and The Vegetarian Hearth: Recipes and Reflections for the Cold Season (1996). She is Professor of Russian at Williams College, and is now writing a cultural history of Russian food.
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ISBN 13 9780520219298
ISBN 10 0520219295
Title The Georgian Feast
Author Darra Goldstein
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher University of California Press
Year published 1999-07-14
Number of pages 254
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.