"Choice Cookery" by Catherine Owen is a late 19th-century guide that empowers women to achieve sophisticated cooking, elevating their skills to create refined dishes for impressive entertaining. The book champions the idea that elegant meals rely more on expertly executed techniques and foundational elements, like perfectly crafted sauces, than on costly ingredients, encouraging women to gain independence and confidence in the kitchen. It starts with an informative introduction, where the author clarifies that the objective of the book is to help women master “choice cookery,” which allows them to create beautiful, delicious meals without breaking the bank. The book outlines the specific audience and intentions, while introducing simple ground rules, revealing important cooking insight that helps you later on in the book.

Choice Cookery
By Catherine Owen
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Discover how to become a confident host by mastering the art of creating impressive dishes without extravagant expenses.
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