Food culture around the world

Provides an introduction to the food culture of Sub-Saharan Africa, discussing the historical and geographical factors that have shaped its food, and discussing ingredients, preparation, different types of meals.

Provides an introduction to the food culture of Japan, discussing the historical and geographical factors that have shaped Japanese food, and discussing major ingredients, preparation, different types of Japanese meals and restaurants, special occasion foods, and Japanese diet and nutrition. Includes recipes.

Discusses food's place in Italian culture and describes Italy's cooking techniques, typical and special occasion meals, and diet-related health, providing several recipes.

Presents the history of food culture in the Caribbean that represents the various ethnic groups in the islands from the European conquest, slave and indentured servant influence, and more.

Provides an introduction to the food culture of Russia and Central Asia, discussing the historical and geographical factors that have shaped its foods, including information on the major ingredients, preparation, restaurants, special occasion foods, and Russian diet and nutrition. Includes recipes.