History of the Spice Trade: Worth Its Weight in Gold
Have you ever wondered where all those spices in your kitchen came from? Do you know what else they've been used for, besides cooking? This highly illustrated lecture tells why spices were so expensive in the past, their surprising uses beyond the kitchen, and how they led to the European exploration of the world.
Sharon Hudgins is an award-winning cookbook author, editor, and culinary historian. A former university professor, she is the author/editor of 6 books, including 4 cookbooks, and more than 1,000 articles on history, travel, and food published worldwide, including in the Dallas Morning News, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, National Geographic Traveler, Saveur, and Gastronomica. She is also an experienced lecturer for National Geographic Expeditions, Smithsonian Journeys, Viking Cruises, and other educational tours abroad.
All are welcome. Bring your friends for a great lecture and a chance to spend the day in downtown McKinney!