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A review by anabel_unker
The Lost Supper: Searching for the Future of Food in the Flavors of the Past by Taras Grescoe
5.0
*I received a copy of this book on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for this opportunity*
Simultaneously delicious, intriguing, and educational, THE LOST SUPPER takes the reader on a journey through human history as author Taras Grescoe discovers, and delights, in some of the lost delicacies of humanity. From Roman fermented fish (or garum) to the sourdough bread feasted upon by ancient Egyptians, Grescoe's mission to document his experience is in the spirit of Anthony Bourdain's Parts Unknown and provides his readers with numerous gastronomic delights (at least, through his writing).
THE LOST SUPPER offers the general population a look into how our past and future may be intertwined, and all that we stand to lose by letting our traditions be forgotten in favor of progress. Its approachable and informative, perfect for both scholars and people wanting to dip their toes into the world of 'gastronomic archaeology' and understanding food biodiversity.
Simultaneously delicious, intriguing, and educational, THE LOST SUPPER takes the reader on a journey through human history as author Taras Grescoe discovers, and delights, in some of the lost delicacies of humanity. From Roman fermented fish (or garum) to the sourdough bread feasted upon by ancient Egyptians, Grescoe's mission to document his experience is in the spirit of Anthony Bourdain's Parts Unknown and provides his readers with numerous gastronomic delights (at least, through his writing).
THE LOST SUPPER offers the general population a look into how our past and future may be intertwined, and all that we stand to lose by letting our traditions be forgotten in favor of progress. Its approachable and informative, perfect for both scholars and people wanting to dip their toes into the world of 'gastronomic archaeology' and understanding food biodiversity.