This richly illustrated and informative book portrays life in medieval times. It takes the reader back in time to the life of a Lord and Lady who must prepare for a visit from the King! There is so much planning to do, so many preparations and tasks to carry out for the royal feast and all its gastronomic delights. Vividly described and including many terms and words from that time, the reader is taken back, feeling the anticipation and excitement that is magically evoked by the author.