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Begin your very own food journey through the centuries and around the world with the first cookbook from the beloved YouTube channel Tasting History with Max Miller.

What began as a passion project when Max Miller was furloughed during Covid-19 has become a viral YouTube sensation. The Tasting History with Max Miller channel has thrilled food enthusiasts and history buffs alike as Miller recreates a dish from the past, often using historical recipes from vintage texts, but updated for modern kitchens as he tells stories behind the cuisine and culture. From ancient Rome to Ming China to medieval Europe and beyond, Miller has collected the best-loved recipes from around the world and has shared them with his fans. Now, with beautiful photographs portraying the dishes and historical artwork throughout, Tasting History compiles over sixty dishes such as:

Tuh’u: a red beet stew with leeks dating back to 1740 BCGlobi: deep-fried cheese balls with honey and poppy seedsSoul Cakes: yeasted buns with currants from circa 1600Pumpkin Tourte: a crustless pumpkin cheesecake with cinnamon and sugar on top from 1570And much more.
Including the original recipe and Miller’s modern recreation, this cookbook is a must-have for any avid cook or history fan looking to experience delicious recipes from the past.

From the Publisher

Globi from The Roman Republic, 160 BC

Nyumen from Japan, 1643

Pomodori Farciti all’Erbette from Italy, 1773

Parmesan Cheese Ice Cream from England, 1789

Makshufa from Baghdad, 13th century

Publisher ‏ : ‎ S&S/Simon Element (April 18, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1982186186
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1982186180
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.9 x 9 inches
Reviewer: Charles Stout
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: To prepare this recipe, you will need...
Review: One armchair historian and amateur chef whose intellectual inquisitiveness, indomitable spirit, and immense charm guides the reader effortlessly through the historical background of a dish and provides comprehensive instructions on how to prepare it with available ingredients or helpful substitutions for those hard-to-find ingredients; a spirit of adventure on the reader's part to understand that this cookbook is unlike any other he or she has probably read before; an understanding that the dishes this cookbook presents come from diverse cultures and peoples the world over; and a willingness to delve into how history has influenced what we eat today. In short, these ingredients are the essential part of the master recipe for all those contained in "Tasting History: Explore the Past through 4,000 Years of Recipes. "Just a couple of weeks ago, I stumbled upon Max Miller's YouTube channel, "Tasting History with Max Miller," and, truth be told, I was captivated from the start. The first episode I watched was the one where he prepared the fish sauce garum from scratch using a less intricate recipe than another one. I immediately thought that either this guy has to be inspired by his love of history to prepare such recipes of antiquity from their best original source, or that he is totally crazy. After watching a few more episodes, I was inexorably convinced that he is, indeed, crazy for his twin loves of history and cooking. In his series of YouTube episodes, his intellectual curiosity for history takes him to diverse eras and locales to deduce when a particular recipe first appeared and how it has evolved, if it actually has, from its origins. He is also more than ready to debunk false histories surrounding recipes, such as those surrounding potato chips. When I discovered that he had written a cookbook, I realized that I had to obtain a copy to read, enjoy, and cook from. I was a bit apprehensive, though, because I doubted that his lighthearted, charming personality so clearly on display in his presentations would adequately be conveyed in written form.I need not have worried. Max's bubbly personality, insatiable curiosity, and quest for accuracy clearly shine through this entire book. The histories preceding each recipe convey a synopsis of the history of the recipe, and the recipes themselves could not be easier to follow. I began to "test drive" this cookbook by making a few of the easier recipes (Aztec Chocolate, page 217; French Lemonade, page148; Bread Pudding, page 224) before proceeding to some of the more detailed ones (Onion Soup with Milk, page 151; Pancakes from 1658 England, page 93). The recipes all turned out excellently, and, I must admit, the pancake recipe has now spoiled me for any other pancake recipe I've ever made. Similarly, the onion soup recipe has opened my eyes to a new version that is as good as, if not better than, the broth-based recipe most people swear by.Now, I must admit that I will probably never prepare all the recipes Max has included in his book. For example, the recipe for Spartan Black Broth (page 28) has an ingredient that I probably couldn't get even if I were willing--but, then again, I have never wanted to be a Spartan warrior anyway. (I've never prepared all the recipes like the stuffed boar's head from the "Joy of Cooking," either.) But the recipes I have prepared from Max's book entice me to discover more in this cookbook, and even more from his YouTube series.For those of you who are still unsure as to whether to purchase this cookbook, I would heartily suggest that you watch some of Max's "Tasting History" episodes on YouTube to introduce yourself to this unique historian/chef/bon vivant. I am certain that, if you enjoy cooking and you enjoy learning from an expert in his field, you will find "Tasting History: Explore the Past through 4,000 Years of Recipes" a worthwhile, if not essential, addition to your cookbook library. My only regret is that I don't have an autographed copy!

Reviewer: Sirach48
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: History nvr tasted so good!
Review: Silly title. :-)I found this book very pleasant and relaxing. It really stirs up the imagination of ages past and the culinary adventures our ancestors had to trumble through daily. We are so fortunate today.Mr. Miller does an exceptional job at presenting this book as well as his YouTube channel, & most importantly, himself as an honest outgoing respectable man. Rare.I found the recipes to be well selected and wanting to try most right away, some in the future, & curious enough to reluctantly try the rest. Talking to you, garum.Lets face it, its always fun to hunt down unordinary ingredients at specialty grocers/vendorsFor now, Im going to start with the drinks bc its just too dang out outside right now.Thank you, Max & Godspeed.QUIT READING REVIEWS & BUY THE BOOK

Reviewer: William K. Johnson
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Closest thing to a cookbook from ancient times
Review: If you are fascinated by history, this book is great. I was curious about how and what people ate in ancient times. When I was in Pompeii many years ago, I noticed the cooking stands outside the Roman collescium and I wondered what kind of “fast foods” did they have. You may not be interested in preparing these dishes but you should enjoy the history behind them.

Reviewer: Michael R. Roberto
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Tasting History Where Food and Knowledge Meet
Review: In February of 2020, Max Miller started the YouTube show Tasting History with Max Miller. It soon became an internet sensation. And Max an almost overnight success. I didn’t find Tasting History until a year ago when it popped up in my YouTube feed and what a delight this show is. If you are a Food Network fan, you will understand that Tasting History is a solid mix of Alton Browns Good Eats and The Two Fat Ladies. It’s a brilliant show that takes a recipe from long ago, gives you the history of the dish, and then shows you how to make it. A few of my favorite episodes are Pumpion Pie the fore runner of our pumpkin pie, Gingerbread, and Soul Cakes.Max Didn’t start out life as a cook or a chef. It was on a trip to Disney World with a friend where he got stuck in the hotel as his friend got sick. They binge watched early episodes of the Great British Baking Show with the original hosts and format. This format occasionally gave some history to the food the contestants were preparing. Max got hooked and began to become his own home cooking master. Just before Covid hit, he began his show Tasting History with Max Miller. After Covid hit Max got furloughed from his job but his show really took off. Everyone was home, and everyone was cooking. His show soared in popularity and a YouTube legend was born.I have to admit that I am a bit of a snob. YouTube shows seemed to be about well-to-do young people showing off their swag. I liked the clips of old movies and TV shows and seeing the inside of the rehearsal rooms for Broadway shows but beyond that I felt YouTube had very little of interest to me Max changed that.I love Tasting History. I have yet to actually cook from his show, but I will soon. The recipes, though truly ancient at times, he has made clear and adapted for a modern kitchen. His history lessons are spot on. In anticipation of the crowning of King Charles, Max did a show on Coronation Chicken, a dish that was served at Queen Elizabeth’s coronation. It looked delicious and fairly simple to make. While preparing the dish, he gave us quite the history of English coronation Banquets.His show is run once a week and releases on Tuesdays. Anyone who loves good cooking and wonderful stories will love this show. And to top it off Max has just released his first cookbook called Appropriately Tasting History by Max Miller with Ann Volkien. This book has 4000 years’ worth of recipes. I know this because it says so on the cover. The book is divided into five sections. The Ancient World, The British Isles, Continental Europe, The Near and Far East and The New World.Each recipe in the book has a history lesson on the particular dish and the time it was prepared. The Recipe follows the history. The recipes are clear and easy to understand. Some of the ingredients may be not what you normally find in your pantry but most of the more exotic ingredients, if not all, can be found for purchase via the Internet.Personally, I have found purchasing ingredients on the internet to find ingredients you can’t get here. Mary Berry, the British equivalent to Julia Child or Rachel Ray, made gingerbread from stem ginger. I had no idea what stem ginger was, but I found it easily accessible with an Internet search.Max’s book is fun, and entertaining and I can’t wait to dive in and try some of the recipes here. There’s an ancient Lamb Stew, a British mead, a European Beef with Garlic Harvester Sauce (The recipe is specifically from Transylvania), Little Meat Cakes from China, and from The New World, an amazing recipe for Egg Nog. I know this one will be good as I saw him make it on the show.This is really a great cookbook and a lot of fun. I can see it being used as a reference book or even the basis of school projects. The more we get to know about ancient and surrounding cultures the more we come together and bond as the one big world family we truly are and food always speaks for us.If you have yet to watch Max on YouTube, I highly recommend him. If you have watched him then you know how good he is so get out there and buy those cookbooks. You’ll be glad you did.

Reviewer: Fits Perfect
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great gift
Review: I got this for my bfs dad for Christmas coming up. It has a lot of different food options and is well built plus a decent price for under $20 or at least if the time I've purchased it

Reviewer: Craig T Sterling
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The print edition captures the best of the Youtube channel.
Review: Max Miller wrote a cookbook that combines excellent recipes that highlight the history of food. I hope for a second companion book to the channel.

Reviewer: Clarissa
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: demorou bastante para chegar, mas deu tudo certo! Livro de ótima qualidade e bem protegido!

Reviewer: Silas
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: This is an excellent cookbook that seamlessly blends history and cooking, offering a unique and fascinating experience for food lovers and history buffs alike. The recipes are creative, delicious, and clearly explained, making it easy for anyone to follow along and create their own delicious meals inspired by historical events and eras. The photographs are beautifully done and add an extra layer of enjoyment to the book. I especially appreciate the author's passion for historical accuracy and the attention to detail throughout the book. Overall, "Tasting History" is a delightful and informative cookbook that I highly recommend to anyone interested in exploring the intersection of food and history.

Reviewer: Zanzo
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Confezione e Presentazione 📦Il libro "Tasting History" si presenta con una copertina accattivante e ben rifinita, che richiama immediatamente l'attenzione degli amanti della storia e della cucina.L’edizione è curata nei minimi dettagli, con immagini di alta qualità che accompagnano le ricette e rendono la lettura ancora più coinvolgente.Ho acquistato questo libro come regalo per la mia ragazza, che segue da tempo il canale YouTube omonimo, e devo dire che ne è rimasta estremamente soddisfatta.Contenuti e Qualità delle Ricette 📖Il libro offre una vasta raccolta di ricette storiche, alcune delle quali risalgono a migliaia di anni fa.Ogni ricetta è accompagnata da una spiegazione dettagliata del contesto storico, rendendo il libro non solo un ricettario, ma anche una vera e propria lezione di storia.Le ricette sono ben spiegate e facili da seguire, a patto di avere una buona padronanza della lingua inglese, poiché il libro non è tradotto in altre lingue.Per chi non è fluente, strumenti come Google Lens possono essere utili per tradurre i passaggi più complessi.Esperienza di Utilizzo 🍽️Seguire le ricette di "Tasting History" è un’esperienza unica, che permette di immergersi nelle tradizioni culinarie di epoche lontane.La mia ragazza ha già sperimentato diverse ricette, trovandole tutte interessanti e ben spiegate.Le preparazioni variano in difficoltà, ma il libro fornisce tutte le informazioni necessarie per affrontare anche le ricette più complesse.Ogni piatto realizzato diventa un’occasione per scoprire curiosità storiche e approfondire la cultura di popoli antichi.Versatilità e Applicazioni 🌍"Tasting History" è più di un semplice ricettario: è un viaggio attraverso le culture culinarie del mondo. Le ricette spaziano tra diverse epoche e regioni, offrendo una varietà incredibile di piatti da provare.Il libro è ideale per chi ama la cucina e la storia, ma anche per chi cerca un modo originale di arricchire le proprie cene con amici, magari condividendo non solo il cibo, ma anche le storie che lo accompagnano.Lingua e Accessibilità 🌐Un aspetto da considerare è che il libro è interamente in inglese. Per chi è fluente, la lettura è scorrevole e piacevole; tuttavia, per chi ha meno familiarità con la lingua, potrebbe essere necessario l’uso di strumenti di traduzione.Nonostante ciò, l’acquisto vale comunque la pena, sia per la qualità delle ricette che per la ricchezza delle informazioni storiche.Conclusione 🌟"Tasting History: Explore the Past Through 4,000 Years of Recipes" è un libro che consiglio vivamente a chiunque sia appassionato di cucina e storia.È un regalo perfetto per chi ama esplorare culture diverse attraverso il cibo e apprezza l’idea di riportare in vita antiche tradizioni culinarie.Nonostante la barriera linguistica per alcuni, il libro rimane un'opera straordinaria e ricca di contenuti, che saprà arricchire le serate di chiunque ami cucinare e scoprire nuove storie.

Reviewer: Dean_90
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Bought this for my wife as a surprise. We follow Max's show on Youtube and love the food, history and his presenting.This book will make for many an interesting meal.

Reviewer: Lorena
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Mi jefa es una apasionada de la cocina. Este año ha montado su primer restaurante, el sueño de su vida y yo he podido acompañarle en este viaje.Le encanta investigar y leer libros de cocina, a su lado he descubierto montón de recetas de la antigüedad adoptadas a los tiempo de hoy que ella pone el la carta o de aperitivo y siempre me deja boquiabierta. Ha sido su cumpleaños y he buscado mucho porque no sabia que regalarle…. Hasta que encontré este libro. ¿Podría ser mas perfecto para ella? Creo que no. 100/10 es perfecto