The Illustrated Foods Of India A Z

by K.T. Achaya

Based on the two classics by K.T. Achaya - Indian Food: A Historical Companion (OUP 1994) and A Historical Dictionary of Indian Food (OUP 1998) - The Illustrated Foods of India contains a wealth of information on the food materials, food ethos, cuisine, and recipes of India. Drawing up material from a range of sources - literature, archaeology, epigraphic records, anthropology, philology, and botanical and genetic studies - the book details the history of Indian food from the prehistoric times through British rule till date. While discussing the various regional cuisines, theories and classification of foods, the book also dwells on the customs, rituals, and beliefs observed by different communities and religious groups. Arranged in alphabetical order, the book is profusely illustrated with line drawings and photographs.

Genres: Food

296 pages, Paperback

First published May 20, 2009

Reviews

[Katrin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book lists alphabetically all foods of India and much more. It actually explains customs, history, influences, regional food and religious aspects. All this in a dictionary. I would have preferred a non alphabetical book to connect all the info and I didn't read everything. But apart from that, this book is as thorough and as well researched as can be.