 DESSERT'S SWEET HISTORYSugar and honey have been prized for centuries, not only for their delicious taste but also as curatives for everything from melancholy and impotence to headaches. This fascinating whirlwind tour on the history of sweets starts with the amusing ancient Greek myth about honey and traces all sorts of desserts through time and cultures all the way to the modern day origins of our favorite candies. Learn about the unusual spices and ingredients added to desserts through the ages as well as the story of our favorite pies, cakes, puddings and ice cream. Includes tastings of unique desserts from around the world. |