Discover the fiery history and cultural impact of chili peppers in this authoritative and captivating exploration of the world's hottest fruit.
The Devil's Dinner is the first comprehensive history of chili peppers, delving into their biological origins, culinary uses through the ages, and the significance of spicy food in an increasingly homogenous world. Stuart Walton goes beyond countless books on cooking with chilies to uncover the forbidden fruit's fascinating journey from Mexico and South America to Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Trace the chili's path as it ignites Iberian cuisine with piri-piri and pimientos, spices up Indian curries and chutneys, and adds a kick to Hungarian and Austrian dumplings. Explore the billion-dollar hot pepper industry and the rise of the superhot movement, particularly in the United States.
The Devil's Dinner captures the complex history and cultural impact of chili peppers, offering a thrilling adventure for foodies, history buffs, and anyone curious about the world's hottest peppers.