In the Devil’s Garden
by Stuart Lee Allen

A fantastical romp through the seven deadly sins and the foods that most encourage them. Bizzare dishes run rampant, including rare little birds drowned in liquer and eaten whole, fish in scalding sauce served wriggling, psychoactive Absinthe, even “man’s milk” (you don’t want to know). Next to them on the forbidden list: tomatoes, potatoes, corn, beef, rye, wine, beer, and chocolate.

This is truly a must-read for anyone who cares about what goes into their mouths, what stays out, and the history behind the food on your table.