
Did you know that bicarbonate of soda is a valuable commodity in the world of glass & soap manufacture? That Ancient Egyptians used it to make their mummies smell better & stay fresher for longer? Or that it is a necessary ingredient in the making of first-class gingerbread? This book sets out to pull together a number of facts some whimsical some deadly serious about bicarbonate of soda & gives helpful suggestions as to its uses around the home. From a substitute to milk in scrambled eggs removing stains in coffee mugs & making your own naan bread you will be surprises to find just how versatile bicarbonate of soda really is.