The Secret History of Food - by Matt Siegel

The Secret History of Food is a captivating exploration into the hidden side of our culinary world.

Uncover the surprising, entertaining, and often little-known history surrounding the foods we know and love.

From Italian olive oil to apple pie, this book delves into the myths and realities of food as an aphrodisiac, the origins of vanilla's association with uninspired sexual proclivities, and even how ice cream played a role in defeating the Nazis.

With knowledge derived from medieval manuscripts, ancient Chinese scrolls, and obscure culinary journals, this book is an armchair adventure for foodies of all kinds.

Don't miss out on this richly satisfying exploration of the historical, cultural, scientific, sexual, and culinary subcultures of food.