Albala, Ken

"What's for dinner? Not just in America, but around the world? And how is it cooked, what's the historical significance of that food, how is it served and consumed, and who gets to clean up? This book provides ... insight into how dinner is defined in countries around the world."--Provided by publisher.

Contains entries that provide overviews of the food cultures of the nation-states, as well as among various tribes and marginalized peoples, of Africa and the Middle East, with discussion of major foodstuffs, cooking, typical meals, eating out, special occasions, and diet and health, and includes food culture snapshots, photographs, and recipes.

"What's for dinner? Not just in America, but around the world? And how is it cooked, what's the historical significance of that food, how is it served and consumed, and who gets to clean up? This book provides ... insight into how dinner is defined in countries around the world."--Provided by publisher.

Discusses diet, nutrition, and health concepts all over the world.

Examines the importance of food during the massive evolution of Europe following the Midde Ages, describing how food became a key concern in explorations of the New World as well as a fundamental element of global trade.