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A Book Of Scents And Dishes (A Vintage Cookery Books Classic) By Allhusen, Dorothy Originally published in the 1920s, this is a collection of recipes contributed by various members of aristocratic families for a charity cook book. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Vintage Cookery Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality,...
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Auguste Escoffier had been called the king of chefs and the chef of kings. He was a leader in the development of modern French cuisine, and simplified and modernized the elaborate grande cuisine of Marie-Antoine Careme. He shares these new techniques and styles in this book.
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This early work on cookery is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It details the recipes and techniques of making roasts, ices, fruit stews and much more. This is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in the skills of cookery. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality,...
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Contained within this antique book is a comprehensive discussion of the history of hops, including information on different uses, methods of cultivation, related equipment, and much more. A veritable treatise on the subject, this text will greatly appeal to anyone with an interest in hops and makes for a worthy addition to collections of brewing literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Progress and Cultivation'; 'Dry and Sweet Wines'; 'Tea';...
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Contained within this antique book is a treatise on the process of boiling sugar for sweet and candy making, including information on equipment, ingredients, method, and more. A concise yet detailed guide complete with handy tips and simple instructions, this text is ideal for the amateur confectioner and will be of much value to anyone with an interest in making their own sweets at home. The chapters of this book include: Hot Saturated Solutions,...
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This vintage book contains a complete and practical guide to preparing an extensive range of mixed drinks and beverages, originally designed for hotels, boats, clubs, bars, etc. "Haney's Steward and Barkeeper's Manual" constitutes a timeless beverage-making handbook, and will be of considerable utility to modern readers with an interest in mixology. Contents include: "Albany Punch", "Armory Punch", "Anglers Punch", "Arrack Punch", "Apple Punch", "Apple...
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This vintage cookery book contains a large collection of old-time recipes using mainly vegetables and potatoes. Full of interesting and innovative recipes, with simple instructions and handy tips, this easy-to-digest and novice-friendly cookbook is highly recommended for modern vegetarians and healthy-eaters. It would make for a great addition to any culinary collection. Contents include: "French Artichokes, Vinaigrette Sauce", "Jerusalem Artichokes",...
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This volume contains a detailed treatise on the pickling of green olives produced by the University of California, with information on acid formation, deterioration, washing, brining, lye treatment, and much, much more. Written in clear, simple language and full of practicable information and interesting experiments, this text will appeal to those with a serious interest in preserving olives, and makes for a great addition to collections of allied...
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This antique book contains a collection of easy-to-follow recipes for making old-time cough sweets as they were made in the past. The recipes included in this book are concise and simple, making this text perfect for the amateur confectioner and anyone interested in recreating these old-style sweets. The chapters of this book include: Cough Candy, Cough Drops, Hoarhound Candy, Irish Moss Cough Candy, Licorice Cough Candy, Brown Cough Drops, Light...
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This vintage book contains a vast collection of innovative vegetarian recipes that all include eggs as an ingredient. From a quick boiled egg and a simple omelette to boiled chocolate custard and semolina gnocchi, this easy-to-digest and novice-friendly cookbook contains a wealth of interesting recipes that are sure to appeal to modern vegetarians and healthy-eaters. Contents include: "A Quick Way to Boul Eggs", "A Slower Way", "Eggs su le plat",...
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This vintage book contain a complete guide to the nests and eggs of North American birds, with instructions for collecting and preserving birds, nests, eggs, and insects. It was originally intended to aid young naturalists in the collection and preservation of specimens, and will be of utility to modern ornithologists, naturalists, and taxidermists. Contents include: "Wood Thrush", "Wilson's Thrush", "Gray-Cheeked Thrush", "Russet-Backed Thrush",...
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This vintage book contains a wonderful collection of innovative vegetarian recipes, all of which contain either pasta, or rice. From Ravioli and Gnocchi, to Macaroni á la Lyonnaise, this easy-to-digest and novice-friendly cookbook contains a wealth of interesting recipes that are sure to appeal to modern vegetarians and healthy-eaters alike. Contents include: "Macaroni á la Napolitaine", "Macaroni á l'Italienne", "Macaroni au gratin", "Macaroni...
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