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From Head to Tale explores five centuries of Western seafood history through recipes compiled from European and North American cookbooks. Learn which species of fish and shellfish have remained popular through the centuries. See how ingredients, cooking methods and even recipe formats evolved over time. From timeless classics to forgotten Medieval dishes, From Head to Tale will reveal of trove any seafood lover will enjoy.Over four hundred recipes, arranged chronologically by species, including recipes for appetizers, salads, soups and sauces.Contains dozens of historic seafood images ranging from fine art to vintage advertising.

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Justin Demetri is a native of the historic fishing port of Gloucester, Massachusetts. Growing up Down the Fort in one of the many families that comprised Gloucester's Italian fishing fleet, he spent his childhood among the fishermen, the boats and the wharves. His include researching local maritime history and exploring his family's Sicilian fishing heritage. His works on Italian history, culture and food can be found at LifeinItaly.com, around the web and in print. Justin holds a degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Massachusetts/Boston and is the Director of Visitor Services for the Essex Shipbuilding Museum

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