Dining out used to be considered exceptional; however, the Food Standards Authority reported that in 2014, one meal in six was eaten away from home in Britain.

AS READ ON BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK. The fascinating story of how we have gone out to eat, from the ancient Romans in Pompeii to the luxurious Michelin-star

Discusses the social significance of dining out, explains why it has become so popular, and traces the history of the restaurant

Eating Out, first published in 2000, is a fascinating study of the consumption of food outside the home, based on extensive original research carried out in Eng

Finalist for the IACP Cookbook Award A Washington Post Notable Book of the Year A Smithsonian Best Food Book of the Year Longlisted for the Art of Eating Prize