Explore the captivating evolution of New Zealand kitchens in the 20th century with 'Kitchens: The New Zealand Kitchen in the 20th Century' by acclaimed author Helen Leach. This hardback edition, measuring 215 x 285 mm and comprising 264 pages, offers a rich tapestry of culinary history that reflects the significant changes in cooking practices and kitchen design over ten transformative decades. From the rise of Macaroni Cheese in the 1930s to the influence of globalization on meal structures, this book meticulously examines the material culture of cooking in New Zealand households. Each chapter not only highlights the popular dishes of the era but also discusses advancements in kitchen equipment and design, showcasing substantial innovation beyond just the food itself.

Helen Leach's thorough research, backed by the Marsden Fund of the Royal Society of New Zealand, positions this publication as a key resource for anyone interested in culinary history, New Zealand culture, and the progression of home cooking. This unique historical account is perfect for food enthusiasts, historians, and anyone passionate about the evolution of New Zealand cuisine.

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CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 215 x 285 mm
Pages: 264
Bind: hardback
Author: Helen Leach Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 20-11-2014

‘You could say that the 1930s saw the highpoint of Macaroni Cheese.’

‘New Zealand kitchens of the late twentieth century became increasingly spacious, as the average number of household members declined.’

This engrossing history of the domestic kitchen covers 10 decades that saw our culinary

traditions accommodate extraordinary changes in technology and the irresistible process of globalisation. Each chapter surveys the external influences on households and their kitchens, samples the dishes prepared during the decade, and discusses the structure of meals. A study of kitchen equipment and design then closes each chapter, cumulatively revealing more innovation in these aspects than in what we ate.

Kitchens is the culmination of a 10-year research and writing project by anthropologist

Helen Leach, supported by the Marsden Fund of the Royal Society of New Zealand, focusing on the material culture of cooking by New Zealanders living in the past two centuries. The project has led to the publication of From Kai to Kiwi Kitchen (2010), The Pavlova Story (with Mary Browne, 2008), The Twelve Cakes of Christmas (with Mary Browne and Raelene Inglis, 2011) and this book.

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