Food And Cooking In Victorian England

Author : Andrea Broomfield
Publisher : Praeger
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2007-04-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780275987084

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Food and Cooking in Victorian England by Andrea Broomfield Pdf

Nine recipes serve as entry points for detailing the history of food production, cooking, and diet throughout Queen Victoria's reign in England. More than that, however, Broomfield offers an introduction to the world of everyday dining, food preparation, and nutrition during one of the most interesting periods of English history. Food procurement, kitchen duties, and dining conventions were almost always dictated by one's socioeconomic status and one's gender, but questions still remain. Who was most likely to dine out? Who was most likely to be in charge of the family flatware and fine china? Who washed the dishes? Who could afford a fine piece of meat once a week, once a month, or never? How much did one's profession dictate which meal times were observed and when? All these questions and more are answered in this illuminating history of food and cooking in Victorian England.

Author : Annie Gray
Publisher : September Publishing
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-24
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781910907603

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How To Cook: The Victorian Way With Mrs Crocombe by Annie Gray Pdf

A sumptuous cookery book and the definitive guide to the life, times and tastes of the world's favourite Victorian cook Mrs Crocombe. As seen on English Heritage's The Victorian Way YouTube series. Mrs Crocombe is the star of English Heritage's wildly popular YouTube series, The Victorian Way. In delightful contrast to the high-octane hijinks of many YouTube celebrities, The Victorian Way offers viewers a gentle glimpse into a simpler time - an age when tea was sipped from porcelain, not from plastic cups; when mince pies were meaty and nothing was wasted; when puddings were in their pomp and no kitchen was complete without a cupboard full of copper pots and pans. Avis Crocombe really did exist. She was head cook at Audley End House in Essex from about 1878 to 1884. Although only a little is known about her life, her handwritten cookery book was passed down through her family for generations and rediscovered by a distant relative in 2009. It's a remarkable read, and from the familiar (ginger beer, custard and Christmas cake) to the fantastical (roast swan, preserved lettuce and fried tongue sandwiches), her recipes give us a wonderful window into a world of flavour from 140 years ago. How to Cook the Victorian Way is the definitive guide to the life, times and tastes of the world's favourite Victorian cook. The beautifully photographed book features fully tested and modernised recipes along with a transcription of Avis's original manuscript, plus insights into daily life at Audley End by Dr Annie Gray and Dr Andrew Hann, and a foreword by the face of Mrs Crocombe, Kathy Hipperson. It showcases the best recipes from Mrs Crocombe's own book, alongside others of the time, brought together so that every reader can put on their own Victorian meal. It's a moreish smorgasbord of social history an absolute must for fans, foodies and anyone with an appetite for the past. Please note this is a fixed-format ebook with colour images and may not be well-suited for older e-readers.

Author : Michelle Berriedale-Johnson
Publisher : Interlink Publishing Group
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 0940793385

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The Victorian Cookbook by Michelle Berriedale-Johnson Pdf

A gastronomic journey through the Victorian era. Includes 120 of the best recipes of the masters of haute cuisine, chosen and adapted to suit modern taste. Beautifully illustrated.

Author : Emma Kay
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2015-10-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781445646558

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Dining with the Victorians by Emma Kay Pdf

Journey through Britain’s food history and discover the fascinating, gruesome and wonderful culinary traditions of the Victorians.

Author : Maggie Black
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 47 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Cookery
ISBN : 1850740852

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Food and Cooking in 19th Century Britain by Maggie Black Pdf

Author : Dorothy Hartley
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 684 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-07-03
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780349401775

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Food In England by Dorothy Hartley Pdf

FOOD IN ENGLAND became an instant classic when it was first published in 1954, and its eclectic mix of recipes, anecdotes, household hints, spells and history has had a deep influence on countless English cooks and food writers since. With wit and wisdom, Dorothy Hartley explores the infinite variety of English cooking, as well as many aspects of English life and culture. From the rules of conduct for a medieval banquet to the way to make perfect mashed potatoes, from how to dress a crab to the ultimate recipe for strawberries and cream, FOOD IN ENGLAND will delight all admirers - and consumers - of modern British cookery. An irresistible tour through centuries of culinary history, illuminated with Hartley's own lively illustrations, FOOD IN ENGLAND is a unique glimpse into England's past.

Author : Clarissa Dickson Wright
Publisher : Random House
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-13
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781448107452

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A History of English Food by Clarissa Dickson Wright Pdf

In this magnificent guide to England's cuisine, the inimitable Clarissa Dickson Wright takes us from a medieval feast to a modern-day farmers' market, visiting the Tudor working man's table and a Georgian kitchen along the way. Peppered with surprises and seasoned with wit, A History of England Food is a classic for any food lover.

Author : Andrea L. Broomfield
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2016-02-25
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781442232891

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Kansas City by Andrea L. Broomfield Pdf

While some cities owe their existence to lumber or oil, turpentine or steel, Kansas City owes its existence to food. From its earliest days, Kansas City was in the business of provisioning pioneers and traders headed west, and later with provisioning the nation with meat and wheat. Throughout its history, thousands of Kansas Citians have also made their living providing meals and hospitality to travelers passing through on their way elsewhere, be it by way of a steamboat, Conestoga wagon, train, automobile, or airplane. As Kansas City’s adopted son, Fred Harvey sagely noted, “Travel follows good food routes,” and Kansas City’s identity as a food city is largely based on that fact. Kansas City: A Food Biography explores in fascinating detail how a frontier town on the edge of wilderness grew into a major metropolis, one famous for not only great cuisine but for a crossroads hospitality that continues to define it. Kansas City: A Food Biography also explores how politics, race, culture, gender, immigration, and art have forged the city’s most iconic dishes, from chili and steak to fried chicken and barbecue. In lively detail, Andrea Broomfield brings the Kansas City food scene to life.

Author : David Notley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Cookery, British
ISBN : 0711710430

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Victorian Recipes by David Notley Pdf

Presents a collection of recipes from the Victorian period of the 19th century. Features recipes for Breast of Duckling with Oranges, Lobster Salad and Chancellor's Pudding, among others.

Author : Michelle Higgs
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-12
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473834460

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A Visitor's Guide to Victorian England by Michelle Higgs Pdf

An “utterly brilliant” and deeply researched guide to the sights, smells, endless wonders, and profound changes of nineteenth century British history (Books Monthly, UK). Step into the past and experience the world of Victorian England, from clothing to cuisine, toilet arrangements to transport—and everything in between. A Visitor’s Guide to Victorian England is “a brilliant guided tour of Charles Dickens’s and other eminent Victorian Englishmen’s England, with insights into where and where not to go, what type of people you’re likely to meet, and what sights and sounds to watch out for . . . Utterly brilliant!” (Books Monthly, UK). Like going back in time, Higgs’s book shows armchair travelers how to find the best seat on an omnibus, fasten a corset, deal with unwanted insects and vermin, get in and out of a vehicle while wearing a crinoline, and avoid catching an infectious disease. Drawing on a wide range of sources, this book blends accurate historical details with compelling stories to bring alive the fascinating details of Victorian daily life. It is a must-read for seasoned social history fans, costume drama lovers, history students, and anyone with an interest in the nineteenth century.

Author : Karen Foy
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473841161

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Life in the Victorian Kitchen by Karen Foy Pdf

A fascinating and deeply researched behind-the-scenes journey into Victorian-era kitchens, with authentic nineteenth-century techniques, tips, and recipes. Have you ever wondered what life was like for domestic servants, the etiquette involved during upper class banquets, or simply wished for a glimpse of day-to-day life in the Victorian kitchen? During the nineteenth century, the kitchen was a place where culinary worlds collided, bridging the gap between social classes. From the rural cottage to the well-staffed country house, Karen Foy takes readers on an entertaining and informative journey through a lost culinary world, uncovering the customs, traditions, and history surrounding some of Britain’s best loved dishes. Discover nineteenth-century tips, techniques, stories, and superstitions. Try your hand at using an egg to foretell the future, or timeless recipes for everything from apple wine to sheep’s head pie.

Author : Roger McAndrew
Publisher : epubli
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-23
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9783759818898

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The Victorian Cookbook: Recipes From 19th Century Britain by Roger McAndrew Pdf

The Victorian era in Britain occurred during the reign of Queen Victoria between 1837-1901; although it could be said to have lasted between 1803-1914. It is a fascinating era with its culture, social, economic and political change. There was the industrial revolution with modern working practices introduced, immigration from the countryside to towns, lots of poverty and an opulent lifestyle enjoyed by the upper classes. Food was an important feature of the Victorian era. The rich would enjoy luxury foods to celebrate their wealth while the poor had to eat often low quality and basic foods. There were some very strange dishes Try some of the dishes Victorians ate with this book.

Author : Annabel Abbs
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-11-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780063066472

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Miss Eliza's English Kitchen by Annabel Abbs Pdf

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER Good Housekeeping Book Club Pick * A Country Living Best Book of Fall * A Washington Post Best Feel-Good Book of the Year * One of the New York Times's Best Historical Fiction Novels of Fall In a novel perfect for fans of Hazel Gaynor’s A Memory of Violets and upstairs-downstairs stories, Annabel Abbs, the award-winning author of The Joyce Girl, returns with the brilliant real-life story of Eliza Acton and her assistant as they revolutionized British cooking and cookbooks around the world. Before Mrs. Beeton and well before Julia Child, there was Eliza Acton, who changed the course of cookery writing forever. England, 1835. London is awash with thrilling new ingredients, from rare spices to exotic fruits. But no one knows how to use them. When Eliza Acton is told by her publisher to write a cookery book instead of the poetry she loves, she refuses—until her bankrupt father is forced to flee the country. As a woman, Eliza has few options. Although she’s never set foot in a kitchen, she begins collecting recipes and teaching herself to cook. Much to her surprise she discovers a talent – and a passion – for the culinary arts. Eliza hires young, destitute Ann Kirby to assist her. As they cook together, Ann learns about poetry, love and ambition. The two develop a radical friendship, breaking the boundaries of class while creating new ways of writing recipes. But when Ann discovers a secret in Eliza’s past, and finds a voice of her own, their friendship starts to fray. Based on the true story of the first modern cookery writer, Miss Eliza’s English Kitchen is a spellbinding novel about female friendship, the struggle for independence, and the transcendent pleasures and solace of food.

Author : Mary Vivian Hughes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : London (England)
ISBN : 1903155517

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A London Child of the 1870s by Mary Vivian Hughes Pdf

London Child of the 1870s is an autobiography.

Author : C. Anne Wilson
Publisher : Academy Chicago Publishers, Limited
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Cooking, British
ISBN : 0897334876

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Food & Drink in Britain by C. Anne Wilson Pdf

C. Anne Wilson Traces culinary practices and preferences from our earliest prehistoric forbears down to the generation of the Industrial Revolution, and offers an extraordinary taste of the times. She provides a tabletop perspective on class structure, religion, politics, and social custom, generously seasoned with such culinary and cultural tidbits as the importance of salt in English history and the role of romance in England's first taste of the wines of southernmost France. Readers will become acquainted with the sources of many of our current tastes and conventions. Discover "macrows," the prototype of macaroni, and that "whales, porpoises and sturgeon were all royal fish." Meringue, to the Elizabethans, was a "dishful of snow," and rather difficult to whip up before the advent of the fork in the late 17th century. Before the Reformation all buns were "hot cross" in order to ward off evil spirits that might prevent the bread rising. Adventurous readers who wish to dine as their ancestors did may do so; Ms. Wilson includes many authentic recipes--such as 17th century rice pudding--which add flavor of a unique kind. This cornucopia of custom and cuisine provides plenty of food for thought for everyone, and what could be of more interest if we are, indeed, what we eat?