A review by jmcdbrock
Mastering the Art of Soviet Cooking: A Memoir of Food and Longing by Anya von Bremzen

5.0

This was a very engaging, accessible, decade-by-decade look at Soviet (and then Russian) history told through its cuisine changes. The author and her mother recount both of their experiences, which were often divergent, with great culinary detail. I would think this book would have broad appeal, even to non-history buffs and non-foodies. The writing style is exquisitely emotive.