Description: SHRINK-WRAPPED NEW: FOOD CULTURES OF SOUTH AMERICA 2005 HARDCOVERFood Culture in South America (Food Culture around the World) Hardcover – May 30, 2005 by José Rafael Lovera (Author)OUR REFERENCE: BD3STH6-0313327521-1-LB-2005DESCRIPTIONThis volume tells the story of the South Americans and their history through a survey of their food culture. Food in the various countries differs in some ways because of cultural heritage, cooking techniques, and geography, here divided into four zones. The traditions of the primary groups―Indians, Europeans, and Africans―and their five centuries of mixing have still resulted in a stable food culture. The foods of the Indians before European contact still play an important role, along with other foods brought by successive immigrant groups. Europeans tried to establish their staples, wheat and wine, with little success. Many dishes, cooking methods, and food habits have survived with little modification since time immemorial.Students and other readers will learn much about the South American foodways in daily life today, with special attention paid to historical perspective and any rural and urban differences. For example, in all the major cultural groups, food preparation and cooking have always been women's work, with the exception of the meat roast (asado) by llaneros and gauchos. The rise of the cooking profession is discussed as well. A fascinating look at the daily meal schedule includes insight in to how the European conquerors imposed their eating habits and encouraged overeating, with the abundance found in the New World. Modern life is shown to affect where people eat, as buying meals, often from street vendors, during the workday has become more of a necessity. The survey includes a discussion of special occasions, including agricultural celebrations and Catholic feasts with indigenous elements. The overview is completed by a chapter on diet and health, covering such topics as botanical knowledge and science and an assessment of the nutritional value of the South American staples. Classic recipes from many of the countries and illustrations complement the narrative.Review“Makes interesting reading and usefully fills out a particular dimension of South America's history. But apart from its value for scholars and students, Food Culture in South America will provide much fascinating background for those who already enjoy eating and/or cooking Latin American food.” ―The British Bulletin“[T]ells of the traditions and culinary history of the primary cultures and groups which make up modern South America….Especially recommended for college-level collections strong in ethnic and food history.” ―MBR BookwatchAbout the AuthorJosé Rafael Lovera is Associate Professor, School of History, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Caracas, and the Director of Centro de Estudios Gastronomicos (CEGA), Caracas, which trains young chefs and promotes Latin American gastronomy.Product detailsASIN : 0313327521Publisher : Greenwood; First ed. edition (May 30, 2005)Language : EnglishHardcover : 206 pagesISBN-10 : 0274972670ISBN-13 : 978-0313327520
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Publication Name: Greenwood
ISBN-10: 0313327521
Book Title: Food Culture in South America
Number of Pages: 206 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication Year: 2005
Topic: Regional & Ethnic / Central American & South American, Popular Culture, Agriculture & Food (See Also Political Science / Public Policy / Agriculture & Food Policy)
Item Height: 0.6 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Cooking, Social Science
Item Weight: 16.8 Oz
Type: Textbook
Author: José Rafael Lovera
Item Length: 9 in
Book Series: Food Culture Around the World Ser.
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Hardcover
