Curiosity University: History of Cookbooks

A virtual Presentation Education by Sarah Lobman

Today, we take recipes for granted – that they should be easy to follow, teach us technique, and produce exceptional results. But cookbooks have evolved over the past 1,000 years and their intentions and meanings have changed over time. In this class we’ll explore:

• The first written recipes on cuneiform tablets
• The visceral delights of eating in the ancient Muslim world
• The first cookbook written by an East Asian woman
• The legacy of Black cookbook writers in America

Light snacks and drinks provided