Lonely Planet World Food Mexico

by Geddes, Bruce

• ISBN13: 9781864500233
• ISBN10: 1864500239
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-03-01
• Publisher: Lonely Planet

Summary

In one bite of a taco, or sip of fiery tequila, you open an encyclopedia to Mexico and its people. Whether you're cooking or travelling, this is the essential companion for your Mexican culinary adventure.-- the essential guide to the culture of food & drink in Mexico-- an exploration of the regional influences that make up Mexican cuisine-- nueva cocina mexicana (new Mexican cuisine)-- at home with Laura Esquivel, author of Like Water for Chocolate-- the definitive culinary dictionary, a quick-reference glossary and useful phrases for every food & drink occasion-- tantalising photography & recipes

Table of Contents

Introduction	8	(9)
The Culture of Mexican Cuisine	9	(20)
History	13	(4)
How Mexicans Eat	17	(5)
Etiquette	22	(3)
Foreign Infusion	25	(4)
Staples & Specialities	29	(26)
Salsa	30	(3)
Soup	33	(1)
Chiles	34	(3)
Corn	37	(2)
Tortillas	39	(4)
Tamales	43	(1)
Manteca	44	(1)
Cheese	44	(1)
Beans & Rice	45	(2)
Mole	47	(1)
Meat	48	(1)
Poultry	49	(1)
Fruit & Vegetables	50	(1)
Herbs & Spices	51	(2)
Bread & Baked Goods	53	(1)
Seafood	54	(1)
Drinks	55	(18)
Alcoholic Drinks	56	(10)
Non-Alcoholic Drinks	66	(7)
Chocolate	73	(8)
History	75	(4)
How Chocolate is Made	79	(1)
Chocolate in Modern Mexico	80	(1)
Home Cooking & Traditions	81	(10)
Appliances & Utensils	85	(6)
Laura Esquivel	91	(6)
Celebrating with Food	97	(8)
The Mexican Fiesta	98	(1)
Dia de Muertos	99	(1)
The Northern Asado	100	(1)
Carnaval!	101	(2)
Local Fiesta	103	(2)
Regional Variations	105	(34)
El Norte	107	(6)
Central Pacific Coast	113	(5)
Southern Pacific Coast	118	(4)
The Yucatan Peninsula	122	(5)
Mexico City	127	(4)
Gulf Coasts	131	(3)
El Bajio	134	(2)
Central Mexico	136	(3)
Shopping & Markets	139	(14)
Markets	141	(6)
Supermarkets	147	(1)
Speciality Shops	147	(3)
What to Take Home	150	(3)
Where to Eat & Drink	153	(28)
Budget Eateries	155	(5)
Mid-range	160	(1)
Sanborn's	160	(2)
Upmarket	162	(2)
Vegetarians & Vegans	164	(1)
Tips for Eating Out	165	(6)
Useful Phrases	171	(7)
Street Food	178	(3)
Understanding the Menu	181	(8)
Types of Menus	183	(6)
A Mexican Banquet	189	(4)
Fit & Healthy	193	(3)
Recommended Reading	196
Eat Your Words -- Language Guide	187	(62)
Pronunciation Guide	188	(1)
Useful Phrases	189	(9)
English -- Mexican Spanish Glossary	198	(21)
Mexican Culinary Dictionary	219	(30)
Photo Credits	249	(1)
Index	250