The common fig Ficus carica L. is an ancient fruit native to the Mediterranean. Dried figs have been successfully produced and processed in arid regions with little sophisticated infrastructure for centuries. Figs are rich in fibre, trace minerals, polyphenols and vitamins, with…
"This book provides a comprehensive review of fig growing from a scientific and horticultural perspective, covering botany, production, processing, health, and industrial uses"--
"This book provides a comprehensive review of fig growing from a scientific and horticultural perspective, covering botany, production, processing, health, and industrial uses"--
Explores the history of the fruit, from the role it played in the Crusades to the fig festivals of the modern world. Includes numerous recipes and countless facts, myths, and stories about the fig.
Lusciously sweet and with a complex texture, figs are both a nutritious culinary delicacy and an important symbol in religion and culture. Associated with Christmas since the time of Charles Dickens-not to mention Dionysus or the Garden of Eden-the fig is steeped in history. In …
Explores the history of the fruit, from the role it played in the Crusades to the fig festivals of the modern world. Includes numerous recipes and countless facts, myths, and stories about the fig.
