The Diner’s Dictionary: Food and Drink from A to Z by Ayto, John Hardback Book
Seasoned generously with literary wit, A Diner’s Dictionary is a veritable feast, tracing the origins and history of over 1,200 gastronomical words and phrases. From jambalaya and callaloo, to arrowroot and shiitake, A Diner’s Dictionary is a food-lover’s dream, filled with information and fascinating lore.