Feeding 7 Generations: A Salish Cookbook by Krohn, Elise,Segrest, Valerie - 2017

Chatwin Books, 2017. First Edition. Trade Paperback. New/No Jacket. Many tribal elders fondly remember how their happiest times are ones where they gathered and prepared native foods with friends and family. This remarkable cookbook gathers know-how and culinary traditions surrounding 15 of the most beloved native foods of the Salish Sea region-foods that brought health to our Ancestors for millenia-and offers them to readers of all experience levels in an accessible blend of rich information and easy-to-follow recipes. A traditional Salish Diet includes many types of fish, wild game, berries, roots, bulbs, nuts, and seeds. Background about each plant or animal-including seasonality and harvesting tips-is paired with delicious recipes that highlight nutrition and wellness information, making this a valuable resource both for curious beginners and for seasoned chefs and harvesters. Filled with vibrant photographs and beautiful artwork by Salish artists, Feeding 7 Generations will help you to taste the seasons and develop a closer relationship with the culture and the land.Color Illustrations.