A History of Food in 100 Recipes
You probably don't think about it when you're scarfing down a pound and a half burrito, but food has been around as long as we have — and it's evolved alongside us. A History of Food in 100 Recipes traces its origins from the simplest "meat on stick over fire" meals to modern day molecular gastronomy. Penned by BBC host William Sitwell, it's filled with well-researched information and witty insight, great to have around the kitchen, and equally as compelling a read for people with the local Chinese takeout spot on their favorites list.