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  • French Gastronomy: The History and Geography of a Passion

    French Gastronomy by Pitte, Jean-Robert;

    The History and Geography of a Passion

    Series: Arts and Traditions of the Table: Perspectives on Culinary History;

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    Product details:

    • Publisher Columbia University Press
    • Date of Publication 15 April 2002

    • ISBN 9780231124164
    • Binding Hardback
    • No. of pages176 pages
    • Size 228x152 mm
    • Language English
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    Short description:

    Why did the passion for food -- gastronomy -- originate in France? The key, it turns out, is France itself. In its climate, diversity of soils, abundant resources, and varied topography lie the roots of France's food fame. Pitte masterfully reveals the ways in which cultural phenomena surrounding food and eating in France relate to space and place.

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    Long description:

    Why did the passion for food -- gastronomy -- originate in France? The key, it turns out, is France itself. In its climate, diversity of soils, abundant resources, and varied topography lie the roots of France's food fame. Pitte masterfully reveals the ways in which cultural phenomena surrounding food and eating in France relate to space and place.

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