Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Petits Propos Culinaires
Department
History
ISSN
0142-7857
Volume
88
First Page
19
Last Page
34
Publication Date
8-1-2009
Abstract
The article discusses the trade routes and the use of almonds to treat ailments. According to the author, almonds were among the first plants to be domesticated around world, particularly in Asia. It also notes that almonds would be ideal for treating colds and other phlegmatic disorders, as well as for bowels. Moreover, some forms in which almonds could be consumed are also mentioned, such as soaking or blanching and roasting.
Recommended Citation
Albala, K.
(2009).
Almonds Along the Silk Road: The Exchange and Adaptation of Ideas from West to East.
Petits Propos Culinaires, 88, 19–34.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/cop-facarticles/47
