Coconut : a global history
Kirker, Constance L.2025
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Abstract: "From curries to creamy pina coladas, a delectable global history of the many culinary incarnations of the coconut. The flavor and image of the coconut are universally recognizable, conjuring up sweet, exotic pleasures. Called the Swiss army knife of the plant world, the versatile coconut can be an essential ingredient in savory curries, or a sacred element in Hindu rituals or Polynesian kava ceremonies. Coconut's culinary credentials extend far beyond a sprinkling on a fabulous layer cake or cream pie to include products such as coconut vinegar, coconut sugar, coconut flour, and coconut oil. Complete with recipes, this book explores the global history of coconut from its ancient origins to its recent elevation to super-food status."-- Provided by publisher.
Main title:
Coconut : a global history / Constance L. Kirker and Mary Newman.
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Edition:
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Imprint:
London : Reaktion Books, 2022.Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2025.
Collation:
1 online resource (18 entries) : 72 images ; digital files.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.Also available in print version.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
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Contents:
From roots to fruitBotany, production and healthA long and fabled storySoutheast Asia and ChinaSouth AsiaThe South Pacific and PhilippinesAfrica and the Middle EastEurope and the AmericasThe future of coconutRecipes.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781803162256 (electronic version)1789145252 (print)9781789145250 (print)
Dewey class:
634.61
LC class:
SB401.C6
Language:
English
Related title:
Coconut : a global history
BRN:
930985
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