A helpful guide for anybody wishing to impress by bringing some Asian flair to a dinner party.
Historians will enjoy this insight into the history of alcohol written by an expert in the field. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
This vintage book contains a comprehensive cookbook on old-style southern cooking, including recipes for soups, pickles, preserves, and more. Containing a wealth of simple, clear recipes for a range of interesting and delectable traditional southern dishes, this text will be of considerable utility to the discerning food enthusiast with a penchant for southern American dishes. It would make for…
Originally published in 1934, this is a clear and practical guide to preparing food for ill and convalescing people. The book is full of useful recipes and practical advice. 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…
This vintage volume contains an accessible guide to pickling fruit and vegetables. Complete with detailed recipes and a wealth of handy tips, this volume constitutes a must-have for those with a practical interest in home food preservation, and is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: "Apple and Spanish Onion Pickle", "Barberry Pickle", "Beet and Ca…
Originally published for private clubhouses and the gentleman's sideboard, this vintage collection of bar drink recipes offers a classic array of cocktails and mixed drinks. First printed in 1883, McDonough's Bar-Keepers' Guide and Gentlemen's Sideboard Companion is a meticulously detailed guide to barkeeping. Offering directions for preparing many popular cocktails containing absinthe, cider,…
This book is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of the home-brewing enthusiast. An expert on the subject writes a comprehensive account of the Scottish brewing process. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
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, a…
This book contains a great collection of mouth-watering recipes for children to make, all of which have been tried and approved by other young chefs. From a simple 'Egg Sandwich Filling' to a scrumptious 'Chocolate Cake', your child will enjoy treating family and friends with dishes that they can reallly be proud of.