Secrets of Saffron
| Author | : Pat Willard |
| Publisher | : Beacon Press |
| Total Pages | : 244 |
| Release | : 2002-04-11 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0807050091 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780807050095 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (91 Downloads) |
Download or read book Secrets of Saffron written by Pat Willard and published by Beacon Press. This book was released on 2002-04-11 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pat Willard's enticing exploration of the exotic spice saffron describes its journey from the ancient Sumerian kingdoms, Persia, and the island of Crete to the Pennsylvania Dutch in America. Through a beautiful blend of personal stories, myths, history, quotations, ancient remedies, and modern recipes, Willard takes us from Cleopatra's bath to the medieval court of France and beyond. A practical guide to buying, using, and even growing saffron as well as a cookbook containing recipes ranging from Paella Valenica to Saffron Consommé, this magical account is perfect for anyone who has ever been teased by this seductive spice.
