Description
Discover the enchanting world of culinary mythology with *The Complete Language of Food*. This beautifully illustrated guide takes you on a flavorful journey through the origins and cultural significance of everyday ingredients, from acai and bok choy to cauliflower and beyond. Each food entry is presented alphabetically, featuring vibrant illustrations and concise summaries that delve into the rich folklore and mythology surrounding our favorite foods.
Explore how various cultures celebrate these ingredients and their connection to spiritual practices, including correlations to chakras, elements, and deities. This unique exploration not only enhances your culinary knowledge but also enriches your mealtime with intention and meaning.
Perfect for food enthusiasts, yogis, and anyone interested in the deeper connections between food and culture, *The Complete Language of Food* offers not just information, but an invitation to awaken your inner foodie.
This stunning book is part of the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series, which includes engaging topics like dream interpretation and flower meanings. It is a must-have for your collection and a wonderful gift for anyone who cherishes food and culture.
Delivery Information: This product is brand new and ships from Quarto US. Expect prompt delivery to your doorstep, ensuring you can dive into the world of culinary folklore and mythology without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781577152590
Year: 2022
Publisher: Quarto US
Description:
Awaken both your inner foodie and your inner yogi as you journey into the consciousness of everyday foods, from their origins in myth to modern interpretations today. Have you ever considered the cultural origins and meanings of your favorite foods? The Complete Language of Food ties ingredients back to mythological and folklore roots for a unique and appetizing exploration of the foods we eat.
Presented alphabetically, each food entry includes:
- A beautiful illustration
- concise summary of the food's mythology and folklore
- How the food is used in certain cultures and traditions
- Correlations to chakras, elements, and deities
With everyday ingredients like acai, bok choy, and cauliflower, you're bound to learn more than you ever imagined about your household favorites as you discover the symbolic meanings, uses, and facts behind each. The knowledge gained will bring new meaning and intention to your mealtime. Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, flower meanings, and the stories behind signs and symbols.
Also available in the series: Complete Book of Dreams, Complete Language of Flowers, Complete Language of Herbs, Signs & Symbols of the World, and Complete Guide to Astrological Self-Care.
Explore how various cultures celebrate these ingredients and their connection to spiritual practices, including correlations to chakras, elements, and deities. This unique exploration not only enhances your culinary knowledge but also enriches your mealtime with intention and meaning.
Perfect for food enthusiasts, yogis, and anyone interested in the deeper connections between food and culture, *The Complete Language of Food* offers not just information, but an invitation to awaken your inner foodie.
This stunning book is part of the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series, which includes engaging topics like dream interpretation and flower meanings. It is a must-have for your collection and a wonderful gift for anyone who cherishes food and culture.
Delivery Information: This product is brand new and ships from Quarto US. Expect prompt delivery to your doorstep, ensuring you can dive into the world of culinary folklore and mythology without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781577152590
Year: 2022
Publisher: Quarto US
Description:
Awaken both your inner foodie and your inner yogi as you journey into the consciousness of everyday foods, from their origins in myth to modern interpretations today. Have you ever considered the cultural origins and meanings of your favorite foods? The Complete Language of Food ties ingredients back to mythological and folklore roots for a unique and appetizing exploration of the foods we eat.
Presented alphabetically, each food entry includes:
- A beautiful illustration
- concise summary of the food's mythology and folklore
- How the food is used in certain cultures and traditions
- Correlations to chakras, elements, and deities
With everyday ingredients like acai, bok choy, and cauliflower, you're bound to learn more than you ever imagined about your household favorites as you discover the symbolic meanings, uses, and facts behind each. The knowledge gained will bring new meaning and intention to your mealtime. Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, flower meanings, and the stories behind signs and symbols.
Also available in the series: Complete Book of Dreams, Complete Language of Flowers, Complete Language of Herbs, Signs & Symbols of the World, and Complete Guide to Astrological Self-Care.