Summary: The Aztecs considered mushrooms the food of the gods. Many Asian civilizations have cultivated them for thousands of years, and the Romans liked them with honey-although the reign of Claudius was ended by a mushroom that wasn't so sweet. This video unearths the historical and culinary magic of the forest-floor fungi, presenting little-known food facts and incredible mushroom recipes. The...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: In today's mass-produced world, chicken is cheap and eaten nearly everywhere. Yet, it has a secure place in the history of fine cuisine, and can still be prepared with originality and style. From the classic British roast to the traditional French coq au vin, this video explores the versatility, potential, nutritional value, and historical importance of the humble barnyard hen. Shedding light...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: First cultivated by the Incas 6,000 years ago, potatoes are now the most popular vegetable on Earth, with 293 million tons and thousands of varieties consumed every year. This video peels away myths and misconceptions about the starchy tuber and presents many delectable ways it can be prepared. Outlining the 16th-century arrival of the potato in Europe, the program explores one possible...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: Scrambled, boiled, poached, baked, fried, beaten, whipped, and even raw-the egg has sustained the human race for over 5,000 years, but it's still full of surprises. This video cracks open the secrets of nature's ready-made meal and traces its path through history, including an ancient Roman custard recipe, the importance of powdered eggs in World War II, how the British egg industry nearly...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: What kinds of seafood did the ancient Greeks and Romans enjoy? Is there any truth behind the belief that oysters are an aphrodisiac? How did the invention of railroads change the way fish and shellfish were consumed? And most importantly-how do you cook a tender calamari? This video dives to the bottom of the ocean and brings up fun food facts, enlightening culinary history, and tasty morsels...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: Legend has it that cheese was invented 5,000 years ago by a desert nomad hauling a saddle-pack full of milk. Regardless of its exact origin, cheese is more than a simple dairy product-it is often the work of skilled artisans and has been, at certain times in history, a status symbol. This video serves up a generous slice of cheese knowledge and cooking advice. Investigating the birth of the...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006