Movie

Clarissa & the King's Cookbook

★ 6.5(2)200829m

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Good to know

Director: Celia Lowenstein
Release date: 2008-03-01
Runtime: 29m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Channel 4 Television

About Clarissa & the King's Cookbook

Clarissa & the King's Cookbook is a 2008 movie in the Documentary and History genres, directed by Celia Lowenstein, starring Clarissa Dickson Wright. It has a runtime of 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Clarissa & the King's Cookbook in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Clarissa Dickson Wright

Herself

Themes & keywords

cookingfoodbritish historymedieval englandsocial & cultural documentary

Frequently asked questions

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How long is Clarissa & the King's Cookbook?+

Clarissa & the King's Cookbook has a runtime of 29 minutes (29 minutes).

Who stars in Clarissa & the King's Cookbook?+

Clarissa & the King's Cookbook stars Clarissa Dickson Wright.

When did Clarissa & the King's Cookbook come out?+

Clarissa & the King's Cookbook is a 2008 movie directed by Celia Lowenstein.

What genre is Clarissa & the King's Cookbook?+

Clarissa & the King's Cookbook is Documentary and History film.

Who directed Clarissa & the King's Cookbook?+

Clarissa & the King's Cookbook was directed by Celia Lowenstein.