This is a book which depicts the English tea in various guises, including teas for the drawing room, the nursery and the farmhouse kitchen, and a children's tea. It sets out the history and etiquette attached to each kind of meal and contains more than 50 straightforward recipes and 80 of the author's own watercolours. Joanna Isles has illustrated editions of two Oscar Wilde books, "The Selfish Giant" and "The Happy Prince".
'Funny, informative, a love poem to all that's great in British cooking ... from the humble cheese sandwich, through fish and chips and curry, to the ubiquitous Sunday roast ... Part Nigel Slater, part Bill Bryson, and wholly delicious' Michael Simkins, Mail on SundayA journey through British food, from the acclaimed author of The Apple OrchardIn Britain, we have always had an awkward relationship with food. We've been told for so long that we are terrible cooks and yet when someone with a...
Hello! 365 Italian Side Dish Recipes (Italian Side Dish Recipes, #1)
by MS Side Dish
Jamie's Kitchen guides you through tried and tested methods for classic food that's full of flavourThis is the ultimate guide for people who love great food and want to cook. It's packed with clear, no-nonsense advice and inspiration, as well as over 100 brand new recipes from the cookery course and the restaurant.Jamie's Kitchen walks you through techniques like poaching, braising and pot-roasting and gives you the skill you'll need to create beautiful, feel-good food. From delicate Citrus Sear...
Traditional bistro fare is the essence of French country cooking. A honest, fresh and satisfying food prepared by home cooks. Author Laura Washburn brings real bistro recipes to life in this no-fuss cookery book. Starters include a range of classic soups, such as favourite French onion, salads and the legendary quiche (the real one). BistroMain Courses include whole roast monkfish, chicken with tarragon, pork in cider and steak frites. Vegetables include creamy potato gratin, French beans with g...
Ingredients: finest fillings, proper pastry, lovely recipes (mostly Tom,s, with added cooks & celebrities, past & present), historical nuggets, selected producers, foodie facts, tips & suggestions, sauces, sides & seasonings. Method: Mix all ingredients in any kitchen, stir well, add alcohol where appropriate, then relax and have fun while you cook up a great British pie!
Scottish cuisine reflects both the richness of the country's resources and the frugality often imposed on its inhabitants. From the ninth century to the present, from the simplicity of porridge and oatcakes to the gourmet delights of fish and game, this is a fascinating history of Scotland, complete with Annette Hope's personal collection of authentic recipes. A Caledonian Feast is widely acknowledged to be the definitive culinary history of Scotland. Immensely readable and informative, it dra...
In this revelatory work of social history, C. M. Woolgar shows that food in late-medieval England was far more complex, varied, and more culturally significant than we imagine today. Drawing on a vast range of sources, he charts how emerging technologies as well as an influx of new flavors and trends from abroad had an impact on eating habits across the social spectrum. From the pauper's bowl to elite tables, from early fad diets to the perceived moral superiority of certain foods, and from regi...
Enter a world of tents, tea, and terrifically good jam with RHS Great British Village Show. Written by Thane Prince and Matthew Biggs, and with a foreword by Alan Titchmarsh, this is the ultimate illustrated guide to a unique British tradition.Every year, hundreds of country shows and village fairs take place across the UK. Celebrate this tradition and step behind the scenes of the British country show with insider facts and beautiful photographs that show you every aspect of preparing, presenti...