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Bear in mind that this is the same book as "Spice" from the same author, so don't bother buying both.
I have been looking for a book like this for years, so I am happy someone finally put this together. It not only covers a wide array of spices, but also the chemistry of them and how to knowingly combine them. I especially liked the historical, cultural and geographical discussion of each spice. As an extra bonus, regional recipes for each spice is included.
On the negative side:
- it really should include herbs as well as spices (though some herbs are included). And dill seeds are included, but dill weed is even more popular
- the heavy focus on India but total exclusion of Eastern Europe on p71 is unforgiveable
- there are many factual inaccuracies (slaves didn't build the Egyptian pyramids, just one example). I didn't feel like cataloging them all, but everytime I run into one it just makes me wonder how much of the rest is also inaccurate
- I like the periodic table of spices, but it needs a page number to the spice profile. Actually, I would like such a table as a poster for my kitchen, and if it included additional information (country / region of origin, ideal combinations, etc)
Overall I really like this book and it's a welcome innovative addition to the culinary sciences, and I would welcome a second edition.
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| The Science of Spice | The Science of Cooking | |
| Description | Spice up your home cooking! Taking the periodic table of spices as a starting point, this adventurous recipe book explores the science behind the art of making incredible spice blends to help you release the flavour in your dishes. | This cookbook brings food science out of the lab and into your kitchen. Get more out of recipes with intriguing chapters covering all major food types from meat, poultry and seafood, to grains, vegetables, and herbs. |
| What's Inside? | Explore the world of spices, be inspired to make your own new spice blends, and take your cooking to new heights. | Get answers to all your everyday cooking questions, as well as myth-busting information on vegan diets and cholesterol. |
| Includes Innovative Recipes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Question-and-Answer Format | ✓ | |
| Pages | 224 | 256 |
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Like a book of spells for the kitchen
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 April 2019
I saw this and the science of food book in the London science museum and was hooked!The layout is very enticing and draws you in. Associations with different ingredients is set out clearly and has already provided me with some amazing insights. I love science and cooking, so knowing how to get the best of the flavours on offer is brilliant.Yes, it’s probably obvious to lots of people but I love the way the “rules” of the game are set out
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 April 2019
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The layout is very enticing and draws you in. Associations with different ingredients is set out clearly and has already provided me with some amazing insights. I love science and cooking, so knowing how to get the best of the flavours on offer is brilliant.
Yes, it’s probably obvious to lots of people but I love the way the “rules” of the game are set out
Like a book of spells for the kitchen
By Jetage on 22 April 2019
I saw this and the science of food book in the London science museum and was hooked!By Jetage on 22 April 2019
The layout is very enticing and draws you in. Associations with different ingredients is set out clearly and has already provided me with some amazing insights. I love science and cooking, so knowing how to get the best of the flavours on offer is brilliant.
Yes, it’s probably obvious to lots of people but I love the way the “rules” of the game are set out
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