Chocolate: or, An Indian Drinke by Antonio Colmenero de Ledesma (Free Audio Book)

 

 

Chocolate: or, An Indian Drinke by Antonio Colmenero de Ledesma – A free audiobook

 

Narrated by Librivox Group
 

In this free audio cookbook, Antonio Colmenero de Ledesma praises the intricate flavor and texture of chocolates. This audiobook chronicles the history of chocolate from its humble beginnings in the plains of Mesoamerica. It was used as special offerings to gods by Mayan and Aztec civilization and is regarded as a sort of food for royalties. On the other side of the globe however, chocolate is often used in Europe as a simple sweetener and was never integrated into their daily diet. This audiobook is a fascinating listen about the history of one of the world’s finest treat, the chocolate. Learn the roots of this worldwide favourite food and how it was used in various cultures.
 

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Book versions to buy from Amazon:
Kindle Edition
Paperback – July 12, 2010
Hardcover – February 20, 2013
Audio CD – 1899