Clarissa & the King's Cookbook
Synopsis
Clarissa Dickson Wright tracks down Britain's oldest known cookbook, The Forme of Cury. This 700-year-old scroll was written during the reign of King Richard II from recipes created by the king's master chefs. How did this ancient manuscript influence the way people eat today? On her culinary journey through medieval history she reawakens recipes that have lain dormant for centuries and discovers dishes that are still prepared now.
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- Director
- Celia Lowenstein
- Original Title
- Clarissa & the King's Cookbook
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Channel 4 Television
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Celia Lowenstein
Celia Lowenstein, Nicola Moody
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Celia Lowenstein
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Celia Lowenstein
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What is Clarissa & the King's Cookbook about?
Clarissa Dickson Wright tracks down Britain's oldest known cookbook, The Forme of Cury. This 700-year-old scroll was written during the reign of King Richard II from recipes created by the king's master chefs. How did this ancient manuscript influence the way people eat today? On her culinary journey through medieval history she reawakens recipes that have lain dormant for centuries and discovers dishes that are still prepared now.
Who directed Clarissa & the King's Cookbook?
Clarissa & the King's Cookbook was directed by Celia Lowenstein.
Who stars in Clarissa & the King's Cookbook?
The principal cast of Clarissa & the King's Cookbook includes Clarissa Dickson Wright.
When was Clarissa & the King's Cookbook released and how long is it?
Clarissa & the King's Cookbook was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 29m.