Lebanese blogger Rami Zurayck
points our attention to Green Gold, a book about
olive oil by Sabina Mahfoud. The book apparently
has been well-received and Zurayck gives this
extract from a complimentary review:
“It is a swift introduction to Lebanon
geared towards a readership of outsiders and
a counterweight to the country’s international
media profile as a war-torn basket-case. It
is a story about farmers and rural food producers.
It’s a journalistic account of sustainable
development and a personal narrative of discovery
and deep affection.
“It is a cookbook, a beauty guide and
a how-to reference on the process of harvesting
olives from start to finish. It is a source
book for those interested in organic products,
replete with maps and lists of olive oil producers,
distributors and non-governmental organisations
that serve their interests in Lebanon. It is
a quick flip or a long slog, depending on your
own interests.”
According Zurayck, it is “essential
reading.” Go, check it out.
To read the blog entry, go to: http://landandpeople.blogspot.com
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