by Robert S. Cox and Jacob Walker From the publisher: New Englanders know that cranberries are not for holidays alone. For centuries, this tart fruit—a staple in the Yankee diet […]
Tag: flavorings
The discovery of umami, the fifth taste
More than one hundred years ago, Japanese chemist Kikunae Ikeda wondered how a simple bowl of broth containing water, dried fish flakes, and a little bit of dried seaweed could […]
Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine
by Sarah Lohman From the publisher: “Very cool…a breezy American culinary history that you didn’t know you wanted” (Bon Appetit) reveals a fascinating look at our past and uses long-forgotten recipes […]