Saffron

A Global History

Ramin Ganeshram

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Reaktion Books
01 January 2021

History; Food & society; Cooking with herbs & spices

Series: Edible

Explore the dramatic history of the world's most expensive spice in Saffron: A Global History

Literally worth their weight in gold, sunset-red saffron threads are prized internationally. Saffron can be found in cave art in Mesopotamia, in the frescoes of ancient Santorini, in the dyed wrappings of Egyptian mummies, in the saffron-hued robes of Buddhist monks, and in unmistakable dishes around the world. It has been the catalyst for trade wars, as well as smuggling schemes, and used in medicine and cosmetics. Complete with delicious recipes and surprising anecdotes, this book traces the many paths taken by saffron, revealing the allure of a spice sought globally by merchants, chefs, artists, scientists, clerics, traders, warriors and black market smugglers.

By: Ramin Ganeshram
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 120mm,
ISBN: 9781789143300
ISBN 10: 1789143306
Series: Edible
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 01 January 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Journalist and chef Ramin Ganeshram is the author of a number of cookbooks and The General's Cook: A Novel (2018).

Reviews for Saffron: A Global History

"""This book is much like the ingredient it focuses on: exquisite. A brilliant and informative book by an uber talented author.""--Monica Bhide, author of Modern Spice: Inspired Indian Flavors for the Contemporary Kitchen"