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La Physiologie Du Gout

La Physiologie Du Gout

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Food WritingFrench History

ISBN10: 1024642577
ISBN13: 9781024642575
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 586
Weight: 1.78
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French

La Physiologie du Goà t, by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, is a seminal work on gastronomy and culinary culture. This edition includes additional contributions from Alexandre Balthazar Laurent Grimod de la Reynière and Chevaliers de Cussy. More than a simple cookbook, this book delves into the origins and provenance of various foods, offering a detailed dictionary of ingredients from both the animal and vegetable kingdoms. It explores the hygienic properties of foods and provides a comprehensive history of culinary arts and dining habits among ancient and modern societies. A vital compendium for anyone interested in the history, culture, and science of food.

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