Vinegar and sugar; dried fruit; rose water; spices from India and China; sweet wine made from raisins and dates—these are the flavors of the golden age of Arab cuisine. This book; a delightful culinary adventure that is part history and part cookbook; surveys the gastronomical art that developed at the Caliph's sumptuous palaces in ninth-and tenth-century Baghdad; drew inspiration from Persian; Greco-Roman; and Turkish cooking; and rapidly spread across the Mediterranean. In a charming narrative; Lilia Zaouali brings to life Islam's vibrant culinary heritage.The second half of the book gathers an extensive selection of original recipes drawn from medieval culinary sources along with thirty-one contemporary recipes that evoke the flavors of the Middle Ages. Featuring dishes such as Chicken with Walnuts and Pomegranate; Beef with Pistachios; Bazergan Couscous; Lamb Stew with Fresh Apricots; Tuna and Eggplant Purée with Vinegar and Caraway; and Stuffed Dates; the book also discusses topics such as cookware; utensils; aromatic substances; and condiments; making it both an entertaining read and an informative resource for anyone who enjoys the fine art of cooking.
#226526 in Books Lacy Karyn R 2007-07-03 2007-07-03Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.90 x .76 x 5.80l; .93 #File Name: 0520251164302 pagesBlue chip Black
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. middle-upper middle class black americaBy Applied SociologistI really enjoyed this book and highly recommend it for a view of African-Americans who have been able to take advantage of education and earnings to buy homes in good neighborhoods. It covers many aspects of the experience; from home-hunting and being steered away from mainly white neighborhoods (by both black and white realtors); to raising and educating children; to negotiating shopping. Another great book to read is Black Picket Fences.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Mentally stimulatingBy R. L. Tucker IIIf you're taking a sociology class or are just sociologically inclined this is a great choice. I bought it for my sociology class and even though I hated my professor; Blue Chip Black is a good read and an interesting piece to think on.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Black Middle Class In a different lightBy Minibee12Very worth reading. It parses out the levels of Black middle class life and compares how each group navigates life in their various neighborhoods.
