A 2020 New York Public Library Top Spanish Language Book for Children! Now in English.
'A foodie's delight.' Kirkus Reviews
• Embark on a sensory journey with captivating descriptions of spices, fish, and exotic flowers.
• Explore the heart of civilization through vivid illustrations and discover the secrets of markets worldwide.
• Written by a renowned gastronomic writer and with a foreword by a top Michelin chef, this is a cultural adventure led by experts.
Close your eyes and imagine the intoxicating smell of spices, fish, and exotic flowers. Welcome to the market! You might shop at a grocery store, but that's not where most of the world gets its food.
Markets is a gorgeously illustrated exploration of what has been the heart of civilization for thousands of years. Find out how markets got started, where food comes from, how people pay, and other fascinating treasures hidden among the stalls. Along the way, visit some of earth's most famous markets and bazaars in Asia, Africa, Europe, and beyond, from the indoor to the outdoor to the floating (and all included on a convenient map at the back)!
Written by Josep Sucarrats, a Catalan gastronomic writer, and with a foreword by Ferran Adri¨¤, a three-star Michelin chef and former head of elBulli (one of the world's top restaurants), Markets is a cultural field trip led by passionate experts who care as much about where food comes from as food itself.
Use this book to embark on a cultural adventure exploring markets around the world. Ideal for children and anyone interested in food and culture. No specific technical specs like size or weight.
