The cult of the chafing dish

"The Cult of the Chafing Dish" by Frank Schloesser is a culinary exploration from the early 1900s that sings praises for cooking with the chafing dish, showing how useful and fancy it is for single people and couples. This isn't just a how-to guide; it thinks about food culture, how people should act when eating, and how fun it is to cook creatively. It begins by introducing the chafing dish as "Chaffinda," praising its good points while joking around about its critics. The book mixes tips for making meals with a fun story style presenting the chafing dish as a way to try new foods and enjoy eating with friends, inviting readers to create elegant, simple dishes for everything from quiet meals to lively parties.