Repast: The Story of Food

A deliciously fascinating, expertly written global tour of cooking, eating, and drinking, told through objects in the collection of the British Museum.

Our insatiable appetite for creativity in the kitchen—or around the open fire—is reflected in the fascinating objects explored in this book. Written by food writer Jenny Linford in collaboration with the British Museum, Repast focuses on artifacts in the museum’s collection—from ancient clay cooking vessels to exquisite gold cups—spanning mul...