Welcome to a place of great magic – the kitchen!Magic, superstition, cooking, and food rituals have been intertwined since the beginning of humankind. Kitchen Witch: Food, Folklore & Fairy Tale is an exploration of the history and culture of food, folklore and magic and those skilled in healing and nourishing – herbalists, wise women, cooks, cunning folk and the name many of them would come to bear: witch.Kitchen Witch is an invitation to see the magic in every corner of your kitchen. With the Kitchen Witch as our guide, well explore food, nature, magic, and transformation. Well discover what the name of Kitchen Witch could mean to us in modern interpretations of ancient practices. May this book of stories and ideas show that theres magic in the mundane, witchcraft within your walls and the Goddess really is in the details.Within this book youll find no recipes, but something cooked up just for you; youll find stories – stories of magic, healing, and hearth, of feasts and fasts and fairy tales. Of poisoned apples, bewitching gingerbread, and seeing the future in a teacup…Discover the fantastic folklore and healing properties of everyday foods: fruits, vegetables, honey, bread and nuts.Delight in food customs and rituals from ancient Babylon, Egypt, Greece and Rome.Meet cunning folk, herbalists, ale-wives, beer goddesses and the many faces of the Kitchen Witch through the ages.Journey through food for every seasonal festival on the Wheel of the Year.Enjoy fairy and folk tales of witches and saints in Scandinavia, floating apples and snapdragon in England, potato-wolves in Germany, tatty bogles and angels who drink whisky in Scotland, and a rather surprising prevalence of pancakes…In Sarahs signature style of weaving together the magical, this exciting new book will touch on a myriad of modalities in a journey lined with folklore, fairytale and much, much food!
Embark on a delightful journey into the world of "Kitchen Witch: Food, Folklore & Fairy Tale" by Sarah Robinson, an enchanting book that weaves together culinary delights, historical folklore, and captivating fairy tales. Step into a realm where cooking and magic harmonize, where ingredients hold hidden stories, and kitchen becomes a canvas for creativity and enchantment.
Through Robinson's evocative storytelling, discover the ancient art of kitchen witchcraft, where food is more than just sustenance. Learn how to harness the power of herbs, spices, and natural elements to create dishes that not only nourish the body but also heal the soul. Uncover the secrets behind traditional recipes, passed down through generations, and the fascinating tales that accompany them.
Immerse yourself in a tapestry of folklore and fairy tales, beautifully intertwined with culinary traditions. Explore the origins of beloved dishes and discover the legends that inspired them. From the humble beginnings of a simple loaf of bread to the grandeur of a royal feast, each recipe is infused with a magical aura, transporting you to a world of enchantment.
In "Kitchen Witch," Sarah Robinson invites you to embrace the magic of everyday cooking. Transform your kitchen into a place of wonder, where culinary creations become spells, and your taste buds become enchanted. With each page, you'll find inspiration to cook with intention, to savor each ingredient, and to create dishes that are not only delicious but also imbued with a touch of magic.
