9781330375297 - The Imperial and Royal Cook: Consisting of the Most Sumptuous Made Dishes, Ragouts, Fricassees, Soups, Gravies, &C.; Foreign and English, Including ... in Fashionab... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the art of culinary excellence at a time when the concept of the 'Imperial' and 'Royal' cook was of paramount importance. Written at the start of the 19th century, it reflects the era's fascination with lavish and intricate cuisine. The author, an experienced confectioner, seeks to distinguish his work from the prevailing domestic cookery books by focusing on the sophisticated and costly dishes prepared for the elite. The book's content is a testament to the demanding standards of the time. Readers are taken through detailed recipes for soups, made dishes, and meat preparations, all of which are designed to impress and showcase a cook's mastery. The author not only provides elaborate instructions but also dives into the nuances of ingredient selection and the subtle differences between various braising techniques. More than just a collection of recipes, the book offers an insightful glimpse into the social and cultural expectations surrounding food in the early 1800s. It underlines the hierarchy that existed within the culinary world, where a cook's reputation was directly tied to the opulence of their creations. The book's emphasis on the "higher departments of the art" is a testament to the role food played in expressing status and power. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.