Saturday, April 21, 2012

Oxford launches book on Pakistani cuisine

KARACHI: The Oxford University Press (OUP), Pakistan, here on Friday launched a book on Pakistani cuisine.The book titled "Food Prints: An Epicurean Voyage through Pakistan, Overview of Pakistani Cuisine" has been written by Ms Shanaz Ramzi.An OUP statement said that Pakistan is home to many diverse communities, each boasting a cuisine that has been influenced by the country's rich history and varied topography.

It said that the book documents the influence of geography, history, culture, and religion on the culinary habits of Pakistan. Apart from giving a general idea about the forms of the staple diet of the country, it also highlights the various communities that inhabit different parts of the country and the cuisines they enjoy in particular. The author also traced the origins of many of the popular dishes, the enchanting legends behind some of them, and the occasions they are most associated with. app

Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk

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