Theodore Child - Delicate dining - 1891

Theodore Child. Delicate dining. London, James R. Osgood, 1891, xii-215 pp.

A small octavo volume (180x130 mm), publisher's hardcover. Wear and rubbing on the boards and spine, tears on the spine, the lower part of the spine has been reinforced with adhesive. Interior fresh, without foxing.

A work on gastronomy, ethics and the art of refined dining written by Théodore Child. It is not merely a collection of recipes, but a reflection on the art of the table and refined cooking.

In it the author blends cultural critiques and practical advice on food preparation, cooking methods, the quality and presentation of dishes, as well as on how to set a table and serve the guests.