1961 1st Ed 'Larousse Gastronomique' Cookbook w/ DJ - Prosper Montagne

Classic and indispensable culinary reference has recipes from all over the world. 1000 magnificent illustrations and reproduction antique engravings. Many full page colour plates and black & white drawings. Though this book is the prime reference book of chef’s, gourmets and experts, it is equally useful and convenient for the home cook. Clear information on almost any culinary subject and excellent recipes for almost any dish you may want. Number one cookery book for anyone who cares about good food and the fine art of preparing it.

Descriptions of cooking processes; full details about all foods, their nature and quality, how to cure, treat, and preserve; history of food & cooking; articles on table service, banquets, food values, and diet. Just about every topic of culinary interest is covered. Considerable information is given on the riches of wines from the French vineyards.

Editors close: "Remember that to the French the preparation of a meal is a work of art; they believe that without creative endeavor and a loving imagination on the part of the cook very little can be achieved. Larousse Gastronomique was not designed to help the lazy cook, but everyone who regards cooking and the preparation of food as something more than a necessity should find this great book a never-ending source of inspiration."

Oversize, heavy hardcover, blue cloth boards, embossed “fleur de lis” pattern, white titles, black & white illustrated endpapers, 10' x 7˝', 1101 pp, bce. Cover excellent, bright & clean, very minimal wear. Pages & illustrations excellent, bright & clean, unused, very light yellowing minimal pages. DJ bright & clean, very good, light wear including some chipping mostly at top, few small tears, very light scuffing & rubbing few spots, interior dj some yellowing, few small spots. Binding tight.

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Item ID: BK890