Food and Cooking in Viking Times (Cooking in World Cultures)

Food and Cooking in Viking Times (Cooking in World Cultures)

The Vikings were Scandinavian explorers and warriors who worked up quite an appetite while raiding and colonizing vast areas of Europe. Your readers can recreate the high-protein dishes of the Viking Age through this book of step-by-step recipes and fun, factual information about the culture of the Vikings. Series Review: Cooking in World Cultures Each book in this accessible series for middle graders begins with a double-page spread introducing an ancient culture. A comprehensive look at food and the role it played in the economic and cultural aspects of each society follows. Different types of foods are explored as well as the customs surrounding family mealtimes and large-group festivals and celebrations. Food's significance in trade with other cultures is presented as well. Text is easy to read with terms explained or as bolded glossary words. Photographs of artifacts and other illustrations will lead to increased student interest and understanding. Several recipes appear in each book, and most ingredients are readily available in modern grocery stores. Both U.S. and metric measurements are included...A strong glossary and additional books and websites to consult for further information are included. --Library Media Connection