Zaouali, Lilia, 1960-

Medieval cuisine of the Islamic world : a concise history with 174 recipes / Lilia Zaouali ; translated by M.B. DeBevoise ; foreword by Charles Perry. - xxiv, 234 p.; 21 cm.

"Translated from both the original French version and the published Italian edition of the book"--Pref. to the American edition.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Pt. 1. Cultural background and culinary context. Crossroads of the world's cuisines ; Materials, techniques, and terminology -- Pt. 2. The Medieval tradition. Cold appetizers ; Bread and broth ; Sweet-and-sour dishes ; Roasts, meatballs, and sausages ; Meat, poultry, and vegetable stews ; Fish ; Cheese and other dairy dishes ; Soups ; Pasta ; Couscous ; Rice and omelets ; Sauces ; Pastries and jams ; Cheeses, fermented condiments, and wine -- Pt. 3. Contemporary North African cuisine. Meat and poultry ; Fish, sauces, and vegetables ; Soups, pasta, and couscous ; Desserts and condiments.

9780520247833 (cloth : alk. paper)

2577441

2006100930


Cooking, Arab
Arabs--Food--History.
Cooking, Medieval
Islamic cooking

TX725.A65 / Z3613 2007

641.5939/49