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 rep…
From Aniseed to Zest, via mangoes and nectarines, the A-Z of Homemade Syrups and Cordials covers everything you need to know about making delicious non-alcoholic drinks at home. This little book contains a wide selection of recipes, from traditional favourites to creative modern twists. It also includes guidance on methods and techniques and the best kind of equipment to use, alongside other ha…
Originally published in 1913, this is a wonderfully detailed guide for the making of all types of sweets, candies, toffees, fudges, chocolates and many more. Full of detailed, easy to follow recipes, including many delicacies not often seen nowadays, this is both a vintage cookery classic and a useful manual for anyone with a sweet tooth. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating ba…
From Apples to Zest, via marrow and nasturtiums, the A-Z of homemade chutneys, pickles and relishes covers everything you need to know about making these delicious treats at home. This little book contains a wide selection of recipes, from traditional favourites to creative modern twists. It also includes guidance on methods and techniques and the best kind of equipment to use, alongside other …
This vintage book contains Lydia Maria Child's 1838 frugal living handbook; "The American Frugal Housewife". This classic handbook contains simple and useful instructions for saving money, including hints on cooking, instructions for making one's own household necessities, advice on enduring poverty, general maxims for good health, and much more. This volume will appeal to anyone with an intere…
From Apples to Zest, via mangoes and nectarines, the A-Z of Homemade Jams and Jellies covers everything you need to know about making these delicious treats at home. This little book contains a wide selection of recipes, from traditional favourites to creative modern twists. It also includes guidance on methods and techniques and the best kind of equipment to use, alongside other handy hints. A…
This antiquarian book contains a simple and accessible guide to curing meat, with a particular focus on using 'Morton's Salt' and including instructions for sausage making. This easy-to-digest and profusely illustrated guide will appeal to those with an interest in preserving meat, and it will be of special interest to collectors of antiquarian literature of this ilk. Although old, much of the …
This antiquarian text contains a comprehensive guide to bottling food, with information on bottling fruit, vegetables, chicken, game, tomatoes, et cetera; and contains supplementary information on making jellies, jams, and pickles. This easy-to-digest manual contains simple, step-by-step instructions, and will be of considerable utility to the modern reader with an interest in fruit preservatio…
This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to canning food at home, and includes information on preserving, pickling, dehydration, and jelly-making. Written in clear, plain language and full of handy tips and step-by-step instructions, this text will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest in home canning. It would make for a great addition to collections of related literatu…
The author of The Kentucky Bourbon Cookbook serves up Louisville lore and recipes that celebrate the city's delicious culinary staple. Originally created at its namesake the Brown Hotel, the Hot Brown began as turkey on bread covered in Mornay sauce and topped with tomato wedges and two slices of bacon, and has developed into an entire industry of fries, pizza, salads, and more. Chef Albert W. …