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America's First Cuisines,Used
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After long weeks of boring, perhaps spoiled sea rations, one of the first things Spaniards sought in the New World was undoubtedly fresh food. Probably they found the local cuisine strange at first, but soon they were sending American plants and animals around the world, eventually enriching the cuisine of many cultures.Drawing on original accounts by Europeans and native Americans, this pioneering work offers the first detailed description of the cuisines of the Aztecs, the Maya, and the Inca. Sophie Coe begins with the basic foodstuffs, including maize, potatoes, beans, peanuts, squash, avocados, tomatoes, chocolate, and chiles, and explores their early history and domestication. She then describes how these foods were prepared, served, and preserved, giving many insights into the cultural and ritual practices that surrounded eating in these cultures. Coe also points out the similarities and differences among the three cuisines and compares them to Spanish cooking of the period, which, as she usefully reminds us, would seem as foreign to our tastes as the American foods seemed to theirs. Written in easily digested prose, America's First Cuisines will appeal to food enthusiasts as well as scholars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'America's First Cuisines'? A: 'America's First Cuisines' examines the early culinary practices of the Aztecs, Maya, and Inca, drawing on original accounts to provide a detailed description of their cuisines and the cultural significance of their food.
- Q: Who is the author of 'America's First Cuisines'? A: The book is authored by Sophie D. Coe, a noted scholar in food history.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers the history and domestication of key foodstuffs like maize, potatoes, beans, and chocolate, along with how these foods were prepared, served, and their cultural significance.
- Q: How many pages does 'America's First Cuisines' have? A: 'America's First Cuisines' contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'America's First Cuisines'? A: The book was published on March 1, 1994.
- Q: Is 'America's First Cuisines' suitable for casual readers or only scholars? A: The book is written in easily digestible prose, making it suitable for both food enthusiasts and scholars interested in culinary history.
- Q: What type of binding does 'America's First Cuisines' have? A: 'America's First Cuisines' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or images included in the book? A: The book primarily focuses on text and historical accounts; it does not prominently feature illustrations or images.
- Q: What makes 'America's First Cuisines' unique compared to other cookbooks? A: 'America's First Cuisines' is unique because it provides a scholarly exploration of the historical and cultural aspects of indigenous cuisines rather than just recipes.
- Q: Can 'America's First Cuisines' be a good resource for learning about food history in America? A: Yes, the book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the origins and evolution of American cuisines influenced by indigenous cultures.