{"product_id":"secrets-of-saffron-isbn-9780807050095","title":"Secrets of Saffron","description":"Pat Willard's enticing exploration of the exotic spice saffron describes its journey from the ancient Sumerian kingdoms, Persia, and the island of Crete to the Pennsylvania Dutch in America. Through a beautiful blend of personal stories, myths, history, quotations, ancient remedies, and modern recipes, Willard takes us from Cleopatra's bath to the medieval court of France and beyond. A practical guide to buying, using, and even growing saffron as well as a cookbook containing recipes ranging from Paella Valenica to Saffron Consommé, this magical account is perfect for anyone who has ever been teased by this seductive spice.A lovely appreciation . . . mixing modern recipes and ancient remedies with history, myth, and some dreamy prose. . . . A book worth savoring. -Kristin Eddy, Chicago Tribune\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Clear, crisp. . . . [Willard's] insights on the role of food in history, and how its use can reveal profound truths about different cultures, are fresh and thought provoking.\" --Patricia Fieldsteel, \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An admiring account of an exotic spice with a long and varied history. . . . A charming little gift for an inquisitive cook.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A passionate account. . . . This beguiling book could transport you to foreign lands.\" --Bonnie Walker, \u003ci\u003eSan Antonio Express-News\u003c\/i\u003ePat Willard is the author of \u003ci\u003ePie Every Day\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eA Soothing Broth\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.","brand":"Beacon Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46301164896485,"sku":"NP9780807050095","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780807050095.jpg?v=1767736278","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/secrets-of-saffron-isbn-9780807050095","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}