"Practical Cooking and Dinner Giving" by Mary F. (Mary Foote) Henderson is a detailed guide to the culinary world and social graces of the late 1800s. Providing a range of recipes for daily meals and sophisticated gatherings, the book shows how to expertly prepare food and host memorable events. In the initial sections, the book sets the stage by discussing different approaches to serving dinner, blending English and Russian styles for an elegant dining experience. It highlights the importance of not only the taste of the food but also its presentation and how efficiently it is served, preparing the reader for comprehensive lessons in improving their cooking abilities and hosting skills.
Practical Cooking and Dinner Giving A Treatise Containing Practical Instructions in Cooking; in the Combination and Serving of Dishes; and in the Fashionable Modes of Entertaining at Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
By Mary F. (Mary Foote) Henderson
Step back in time and discover the secrets to 19th-century culinary artistry and elegant dinner parties, where mastering recipes and hosting with grace are the keys to social success.
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About the AuthorMary Foote Henderson was an American author, real estate developer, and social activist from the U.S. state of New York who was known as "The Empress of Sixteenth Street". Henderson was a notable supporter of women's suffrage, temperance and vegetarianism.
Mary Foote Henderson was an American author, real estate developer, and social activist from the U.S. state of New York who was known as "The Empress of Sixteenth Street". Henderson was a notable supporter of women's suffrage, temperance and vegetarianism.
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