Medieval Masterchef: Discover the Flavours of a Medieval Cookbook
In A Video Exploration Of The Mediaeval Cookbook, The Forme Of Cury, Written By Richard Ii’s Personal Chef, Culinary Legend, Clarissa Dickson Wright Unearths The Secrets Of This 700-Year-Old Culinary Treasure.
Table of Contents
Clarissa brings her unique approach to bring these mediaeval cookbook recipes to life. She compares medieval tastes with our modern palate. From the bustling royal kitchens with their army of cooks to the exotic spices that graced the king’s table, this is a feast for the eyes, ears, imagination and digestion!
Familiar & Unusual Dishes?
This is a story of geese, sweet and sour fish, quince and pears … plus a few other ingredients with many a twist. And after 700 years we can still see the influence of this cookbook on today’s meals. But how many vegetables are mentioned? Watch and discover.
Interestingly Clarissa Dickson Wright had never cooked from the book. The recipes from The Forme of Cury were new to her. But I’ve cooked a few in the past and have written about The Forme of Cury previously. Just follow the link and see what I have to say about the spices and herbs used and discover what Cury means .. it isn’t an Indian dish!
Back to the video … will Clarissa’s re-creations satisfy a panel of food and history experts? Can medieval cooking stand the test of time? Find out as we explore the rich history of English cuisine.
Don’t miss this unusual but captivating exploration of England’s culinary heritage.
