Infante Maria Portugal Spices Chalendar Explorers

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The fascinating story of Infanta Dona Maria of Portugal and the epic of spices by Pierrette Chalendar.

Pierrette Chalendar immerses us in the captivating world of spices and great discoveries through the life of Infanta Dona Maria of Portugal. This original study reveals how the quest for spices shaped European maritime history and influenced Renaissance culinary art.

What you will discover:

• The history of spice trade routes through the centuries
• Portugal's role in the great maritime discoveries
• The life and culinary passions of Infanta Dona Maria
• The authentic recipes found in his personal notebooks
• The impact of spices on the European economy and culture

Chalendar excels at blending maritime history, gastronomy, and biography, offering a unique perspective on this era of exploration and discovery. A captivating book for lovers of maritime history and historical gastronomy.

An original study on spices and Portuguese explorers. Available as print-on-demand, ePub, and PDF. Free delivery in France.