Is There a Nutmeg in the House? by Elizabeth David

Is There a Nutmeg in the House? by Elizabeth David

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Characterized by the author's passion for food - its history, myriad possibilities and role in civilized society, this book contains a selection of her journalistic and occasional writing as well as material from her files, letters and notes.

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Is There a Nutmeg in the House? by Elizabeth David

A direct sequel to bestselling AN OMLETTE AND A GLASS OF WINE, this anthology contains a selection of Elizabeth David's journalistic and occasional writing as well as material from her files, letters and notes, none of which has appeared in any of her nine previous books. This book is characterized by her famous elegance and wit, and, of course, her passion for food: its history, myriad possibilities and role in civilized society. 'The Blessed Elizabeth David holds a unique position in therecent history of British gastronomy. Her real skill is in her narrative and this compilation provides many examples of what she is best recognized for.' Alastair Little in the Evening Standard
'The Blessed Elizabeth David holds a unique position in the recent history of British gastronomyHer real skill is in her narrative and this compilation provides many examples of what she is best recognized for.' Alastair Little in the Evening Standard

Elizabeth David was acknowledged as the best and most
scholarly food writer of her time, and even today is
considered by most to be without peer. She died in 1992.

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ISBN 13 9780140292909
ISBN 10 014029290X
Title Is There a Nutmeg in the House?
Author Elizabeth David
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Year published 2001-10-25
Number of pages 336
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.