Bread & Butter: History, Culture, Recipes

This book celebrates the divine partnership between bread and butter. It delves into the history and culture behind this partnership, taking a global overview from ancient times to the present day.

It shares over 50 outstanding recipes, including key breads (flatbreads, brioche, grain loaf) and butters (real butter, ghee, flavored spreads), as well as recipes that combine them, such as buttermilk scones, bread puddings, brioche and brown butter ice cream, and spelt buttermilk pancakes.

Beyond culinary preparation, the book explores how bread and butter are eaten across the world, covering traditions, flavors, and making processes. It celebrates a humble yet important pairing in food history.