Discover the intriguing relationship between faith and food with the groundbreaking book, Holy Food. This captivating title, authored by renowned food historian Christina Ward, delves deep into how American culinary practices have been profoundly influenced by various religious beliefs, from mainstream faiths to fringe cults. Uncover the often-overlooked stories that intertwine spirituality and gastronomy in ways that reveal the true essence of culture in America.

Set to revolutionize your perspective on food, Holy Food presents a comprehensive collection of recipes updated for modern kitchens, showcasing the foods of historical religious communities. Each recipe is a gateway to understanding the social and cultural dynamics that have shaped our eating habits through centuries. Be it fringe spiritual movements or established religions, find out how these ideologies have left an indelible mark on American cuisine.

This brand new trade paperback (ISBN: 9781934170946) published in 2024 by Process promises to be essential reading for food enthusiasts, historians, and anyone curious about the spiritual roots of their meals. Not only does it offer a deep dive into the past, but it also allows you to recreate and savor these historically significant dishes today. Perfect for food historians, religious studies scholars, and the spiritually curious alike, Holy Food is a compelling exploration into how faith and food coexist.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781934170946
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2024
Publisher: Process


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Does God have a recipe?

"Holy Foodis a titanic feat of research and a fascinating exploration of American faith and culinary rites. Christina Ward is the perfect guide – generous, wise, and ecumenical." —Adam Chandler, author ofDrive-Thru Dreams

"Holy Food doesn't just trace the influence that preachers, gurus, and cult leaders have had on American cuisine. It offers a unique look at the ways spirituality—whether in the form of fringe cults or major religions—has shaped our culture. Christina Ward has gone spelunking into some very odd corners of American history to unearth this fascinating collection of stories and recipes."— Jonathan Kauffmann, author of Hippie Food: How Back-to-the-Landers, Longhairs, and Revolutionaries Changed the Way We Eat

"An engaging book that shares everything from little-known facts to illuminating profiles of historical figures. Best of all, Ward shares recipes from historic religious communities, updated to reflect modern cooking technology. A must-have for food historians, religious historians, or just the curious and hungry folks in your life."—Dr. Julia Skinner, author ofOur Fermented Lives

Independent food historian Christina Ward’s highly anticipatedHoly Foodexplores the influence of mainstream to fringe religious beliefs on modern American food culture. Author Christina Ward unravels the numerous ways religious beliefs intersect with politics and economics and, of course, food to tell a different story of America. It's the story of true believers and charlatans, of idealists and visionari