Arguably the first culinary tool invented by man, the Mortar and Pestle remains a world wide favorite unaffected by time, culture or gender. From professional chefs to amateur home cooks the definitive Mortar & Pestle book by D & P Gramp is an absolute must. Covering history, selection, pre-prep and recipes from sauces, curries, pastes, compound butters and marinades to unguents and elixirs, you will be spellbound by the unfolding magic of this Alchemical food tool.