{"product_id":"9780712354349","title":"The Philosophy of Chocolate : 12","description":"\u003cp\u003e Author(s): Bilton, Sam \u003cbr\u003e Binding: Hardback, \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 19\/10\/2023,\u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 112 pages, 25+ Mono Illustrations,\u003cbr\u003e ISBN13\\EAN\\SKU: 9780712354349,\u003cbr\u003e Description: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat makes chocolate so alluring? Why is it the inspiration for endless culinary creativity? Sam Bilton explores our complex relationship with this versatile confection, which is made from the humble beans of the tropical cacao tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivided thematically, the book moves between the ceremonial uses of chocolate and its reputation as an aphrodisiac, investigates its reputed health properties and poisonous possibilities. Other chapters reveal the darker side of its production in the Americas, through slave labour and exploitation of indigenous populations, as well as its commercialisation as a sweet treat in Western cultures, and chocolate consumption around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis mouth-watering, illustrated book is rounded off with tasting tips and chocolate recipes to leave you feeling fully replete.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Griffin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42264276664364,"sku":"9780712354349","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/1365\/7388\/products\/9780712354349.jpg?v=1702393191","url":"https:\/\/www.griffinbooksonline.co.uk\/products\/9780712354349","provider":"Griffin Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}