One of the most informative, charming, readable and witty food books of late; Eatymology: The dictionary of modern gastronomy is a great primer for those wishing to learn the "new" vocabulary of food, wine and spirits. Author Josh Friedland catalogs this vocabulary with an admirable combination of seriousness and satire (and very accurate reporting and research) in both his illustrations and writing. The sharp, sleek binding make it a sophisticated, offbeat host/hostess gift. It would also work with food aficionados who need a good self referential laugh....
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| FELF-IE: A photographic self-portrait of a farmer, typically taken with a smartphone and shared via social media |
