On Eating Insects: Essays, Stories and Recipes (Hardback)  | Released: 01-May-17

A compelling first-hand look at one of today's most fascinating food trends - the practice of cooking with and eating insectsThe concept of eating insects has taken off in recent years in the West, with media coverage ranging from sensationalist headlines to passionate press pieces about the economic benefits. Yet little has been written about how they taste, how diverse they are as ingredients, and how to prepare them as food. On Eating Insects is the first book to take a holistic look at the subject, presenting essays on the cultural, political, and ecological significance of eating insects, alongside stories from the field, tasting notes, and recipes by the Nordic Food Lab.