food habits

A man goes shopping for soup to eat.

"Looks at the science behind raising and eating bugs and why eating bugs might help feed more people around the world"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces readers to the traditional foods of different cultures from around the world.

"Take a look at the world's weirdest food--from bugs to Rocky Mountain oysters. These stories are too strange to be made up!"--Publisher.

Henry loves to eat books, until he begins to feel quite ill and decides that maybe he could do something else with the books he has been devouring.

Provides an overview of Japanese culture and food, including descriptions of staples, information about food production, and recipes.

Describes the customs and social life of the countries of West Africa while discussing their special dishes and feasts.

Text and accompanying photographs explore the origins of Indian food, a variety of cooking styles, the spices and curries, festivals, and everyday life through delicious recipes and detailed text.

An introduction to contemporary foodstuffs and cooking and eating habits in thirty-six countries, providing an overview of the history, geographic conditions, and ethnic or religious composition of each featured country, a rationale for the types of food eaten, preparation and eating methods, and approximately five recipes; arranged alphabetically from Sri Lanka to Zimbabwe.

An introduction to contemporary foodstuffs and cooking and eating habits in thirty-nine countries, providing an overview of the history, geographic conditions, and ethnic or religious composition of each featured country, a rationale for the types of food eaten, preparation and eating methods, and approximately five recipes; arranged alphabetically from Namibia to Spain.