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Garlic and Oil: Food and Politics in Italy Book

Garlic and Oil" is a comprehensive history of food habits in modern Italy. Chronicling the period from the mid-19th century to the present day, the author argues that..."Read More

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    Pasta, cappuccino, olive oil--Italian food is a favorite in our cafes, restaurants and homes. But what is the history of Italian cuisine? And where do we get our notions about Italian food? Contrary to popular belief, the Italian diet was inadequate and unchanging for many decades. Successive political regimes--liberal, fascist, democratic--struggled to improve eating habits, shaping not only Italian cuisine but Italian identity. This book reveals the harsh reality behind the myths surrounding this highly-romanticized cuisine.

  • 1859738907
  • 9781859738900
  • Carol F. Helstosky
  • 1 April 2004
  • Berg Publishers
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 288
  • English Ed
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