{"product_id":"the-complete-language-of-food-a-definitive-and-illustrated-history-hardcover","title":"The Complete Language of Food: A Definitive and Illustrated History - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eS. Theresa Dietz\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAwaken both your inner foodie and your inner yogi as you journey into the consciousness of everyday foods, from their origins in myth to modern interpretations today. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Have you ever considered the cultural origins and meanings of your favorite foods? \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Language of Food\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eties ingredients back to mythological and folklore roots\u003c\/b\u003e for a unique and appetizing \u003cb\u003eexploration of the foods we eat\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePresented alphabetically\u003c\/b\u003e, each food entry includes: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A beautiful illustration \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e concise summary of the food's mythology and folklore \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How the food is used in certain cultures and traditions \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Correlations to chakras, elements, and deities \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e With everyday ingredients like acai, bok choy, and cauliflower, you're bound to learn more than you ever imagined about your household favorites as you \u003cb\u003ediscover the symbolic meanings, uses, and facts behind each\u003c\/b\u003e. The knowledge gained will bring new meaning and intention to your mealtime. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Some of the exciting lore behind certain foods will include: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Borage was a common motif in medieval needlework, especially in scarf designs where they were intended to be worn by knights as a symbol of courage \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Archaeologists have found evidence of pickled cucumbers that date as far back to 2030 BCE (in northern regions of what is now Iraq) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Macedoine, a precursor to ice cream, is a type of jelly dessert that was served in snow and thought to be a favorite of Alexander the Great. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e It was known that the ancient Greeks used honey in their skincare! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the \u003cb\u003eComplete Illustrated Encyclopedia series\u003c\/b\u003e offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, flower meanings, and the stories behind signs and symbols. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Also available in the series: \u003ci\u003eComplete Book of Dreams\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eComplete Language of Flowers\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eComplete Language of Herbs\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSigns \u0026amp; Symbols of the World\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eComplete Guide to Astrological Self-Care\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpring, summer, and autumn container gardening on a small apartment's balcony is all the more appreciated during the short growing season in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State where eclectic artist and writer \u003cb\u003eS.Theresa Dietz\u003c\/b\u003e makes her home. The twenty-plus years of ongoing research into the subject of floriography symbolism and powers were driven onward by her fascination with all things magical and mysterious, along with her deep abiding love of all trees, plants, and flowers. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Language of Flowers\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Language of Herbs\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Language of Trees\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Language of Food\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.06 x 10.23 x 8.24 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 11, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51766296871200,"sku":"9781577152590","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/99bddb22d0e2cf9df154c5a1f2b6b58a.webp?v=1780289492","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-complete-language-of-food-a-definitive-and-illustrated-history-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}