[.ca] Recipe of Memory: Five Generations of Mexican Cuisine (ISBN 1565841263)

Kind of caleidoscope view:
This is an amazing book because it makes a real combination of Mexican traditional tastes with the mexican history

A taste of history:
This cookbook is more than a cookbook! I've been working on a historical novel about Mexico circa 1850 and of several cookbooks I've purchased, found this one to be far and away the best history book. The recipes are proceeded with whole chapters which outline the education of women in Mexico in the 19th century, what cooking was like in the convents, on farms, and lots of other detailed information- even with old photos, letters and newspaper clippings. I recommend this book highly, not only as a cookbook but as a delightful read!