![Three Meals a Day: A choice collection of valuable and reliable recipes in all classes of cookery and a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home ... and a thousand facts worth knowing. [bound with] Die Tafel und die Kuche, ein sammlung..](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/179/084/716084179.0.l.1.jpg)
Three Meals a Day: A choice collection of valuable and reliable recipes in all classes of cookery and a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home ... and a thousand facts worth knowing. [bound with] Die Tafel und die Kuche, ein sammlung..
by [Sample Book]. Cooke, Maud C.
Chicago, IL: Educational Company, 189[7?]. Octavo, selected pages with various pagination [70 leaves], illustrated frontispiece, engraved illustrations. Oil cloth covers, decorated endpapers. Text in English and in German. Salesman's sample book, advertising separate English and German editions, for a subscription publication; postdating editions issued by North American in 1887 and by Acme in 1892, and antedating an enlarged edition published by The Educational Company in 1902. Maud C. Cooke, was a popular and prolific author of middlebrow books on... Read More
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Port and Sherry: The Story of Two Fine Wines
by Sandeman, Geo. G. Sons & Co. Ltd.; Patrick W. Sandeman
London: Geo. G. Sandeman Sons & Co. Limited; Lund Humphries & Co., Ltd, 1955. Octavo (22 x 14.5 cm.), 63 pages. Photographically illustrated, and with a frontispiece silhouette portrait. FIRST EDITION. A short treatise on the two special wines, with a focus on the House of Sandeman, founded in 1790. The work begins with an "historical background of Port wine", and moves on to descriptions of "Port from Portugal", and "Sherry from Spain". No dust jacket as issued. Gilt-stamped... Read More
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One Hundred Mushroom Receipts
by Sargeant, Kate; Knox, Wm. (introduction)
Cleveland: Charles Orr, 1899. Small octavo (18 x 14 cm.), 52, [4] pages. Index. FIRST EDITION. The first cookbook dedicated to mushroom recipes published in the U.S., published at the height of the debate about mushrooms in culinary applications. The recipes, in narrative form, often contain the name of the specific mushroom used, e.g. Boletus Soup, Agaricus Campester Stew, Cantharellus Cibarius Stew, Lycoperdon Giganteum with Tomatoes, etc. The introduction is supplied by William Knox, President of the Mycological Club... Read More
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Number Six. Right Opposite: founded on fact. Fourth edition
by Sargent, Lucius M.
Boston: Published by William S. Damrell and Russel, Odiorne & Co, 1835. Duodecimo (13.5 x 9 cm.), [6], 64 pages. FIRST EDITION. Series: Temperance Tales, no. six. A Temperance tale. Text foxed and discolored; some corners crinkled. In publisher's yellow wrappers, titled in black and with a list of other publications in the series on the rear panel. Edgeworn and with a small chip from the top edge of the front panel. Good only.
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![Paul Schilling, Bäckerei-, Eis-und Konditorei-Maschinen, Preisliste Nr. 134 [Paul Schilling, Bakery, Ice-cream and Confectionery Machines, Pricelist no. 134]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/247/970/774970247.0.l.2.jpg)
Paul Schilling, Bäckerei-, Eis-und Konditorei-Maschinen, Preisliste Nr. 134 [Paul Schilling, Bakery, Ice-cream and Confectionery Machines, Pricelist no. 134]
by [Trade Catalogue – Bakery & Ice Cream Equipment]. Paul Schilling
Markkleeberg-Leipzig, 1932. Small octavo, 74 pages plus insert with two post-cards. Text in German. Printed throughout in maroon. Illustrated catalogue for German food production machines and products, specifically for bakeries, ice cream, and candy production. Detailed images throughout. Over one hundred items featured, including such as: Holzlöffel [wooden spoon], Waffeln [waffles], Eis-Handwagen [ice hand-wagon], Friko-Elektra-Eismaschine 30 Liter [30 Liter Friko Electric Ice Machine], and Papierbecher [paper cups]. In green wrappers with red text, hole-punch to upper left corner, otherwise... Read More
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The Flowing Bowl. When and What to Drink. Full Instructions How to Prepare, Mix and Serve Beverages
by Schmidt, William; "The Only William"
New York: Charles L. Webster & Co.; [Press of Jenkins & McCowan], 1892. Octavo (21.5 x 15 cm.), 294, [10] pages. Publisher's advertisements at rear. FIRST EDITION. Copyright 1891 but first published 1892. A classic cocktail recipe book, by the self-styled "Only William", a German immigrant who opened the Bridge Saloon at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge in 1884. An endlessly creative bartender who created drinks on a whim with imaginative ingredients, he has been called the "Godfather... Read More
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Creep and Fracture of Ice
by Schulson, Erland M. & Paul Duval
Cambridge (UK): Cambridge University Press, 2009. Small quarto (17 x 24 cm.), xiii, 401 pages. Illustrations, charts, index. FIRST EDITION. "This is the first complete account of the physics of the creep and fracture of ice, and their interconnectivity. It investigates the deformation of low-pressure ice, which is fundamental to glaciers, polar ice sheets and the uppermost region of icy moons of the outer Solar System. The book discusses ice structure and its defects, and describes the relationship between... Read More
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Mirations and Miracles of Mandy
by Scott, Natalie [Vivian]
New Orleans, LA: by the author/printed by the Robt. H. True Co, 1929. Octavo, 61 pages. FIRST EDITION. A classic Louisiana cookbook. Natalie Vivian Scott (1890-1957) was a decorated war hero, celebrated journalist, award-winning playwright, historic preservationist, and author of several books on New Orleans regional cuisine and Mexican cooking. The cover art is by New Orleans painter and graphic artist Olive Leonhardt. Very light wear and soiling to the edges of the pictorial wrappers, otherwise fine. [Axford page... Read More
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![The Family Receipt Book & useful medical adviser. 1852, For gratuitous distribution, to be had gratis of all our agents. [Title from wrapper]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/393/038/992038393.0.l.1.jpg)
The Family Receipt Book & useful medical adviser. 1852, For gratuitous distribution, to be had gratis of all our agents. [Title from wrapper]
by [Patent Medicine Receipt Book – A.L. Scovill & Company (New York); Amon L. Scovill]
[New York]: Published annually by A.L. Scovill & Co, 1851. Stab-sewn booklet (19 x 12 cm.), 36 pages. Illustrated wrapper signed, Forbes del. N. Orr. Other illustrations engraved by F.A. E. and N. Orr. The OCLC record cites a printer's statement on page [4] of the wrapper, "Printed by E.N. Grossman & Son., 59 Ann-Street, New-York." We find no such statement anywhere on this copy. Evident FIRST EDITION of the first issue of this series of household medical almanacs.... Read More
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![Fashions in Foods in Beverley Hills. [cover title]; One Feast, One House, One Mutual Happiness. Compiled by The Book Section, Beverly Hills Woman's Club](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/080/971/1666971080.0.l.jpg)
Fashions in Foods in Beverley Hills. [cover title]; One Feast, One House, One Mutual Happiness. Compiled by The Book Section, Beverly Hills Woman's Club
by [Beverly Hills Woman's Club. Book Section]
Beverly Hills, California: Printed in Beverly Hills by the Beverly Hills Citizen, 1929. Cover design and titles by Vivian V. Robeson. Foreword by Will Rogers. Octavo (21 x 15.5 cm.), [xiv], 189 pages. Advertisements. Illustrated title page. Includes table of contents and indexes. Stated "Second Edition June, 1930"; printed the same year as the first edition. Some starry names accompany a fair number of the six hundred recipes of this community cookbook, among the celebrities: Ina Claire, Joan Crawford,... Read More
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![Corona Club Cook Book. [Compiled by members of the Corona Club.]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/431/794/1356794431.0.l.jpg)
Corona Club Cook Book. [Compiled by members of the Corona Club.]
by [Corona Club (San Francisco); Household Economics Section]
San Francisco: Rincon Publishing Company, 1910. Octavo, [6], 19-249, [13] pages. Advertisements. FIRST EDITION, likely second printing. This printing lacks the initial 13 pages of ads, but the pagination begins at "19" leading us to believe that this issue followed that with ads in the front. A collection of attributed recipes written in narrative format, assembled to raise funds for a club house. Includes household tips and a section on Lemon Remedies. Local advertisements precede, follow, and are interspersed... Read More
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Corona Club Cook Book. [Compiled by members of the Corona Club]
by [Corona Club (San Francisco); Household Economics Section]
San Francisco: Rincon Publishing Company, 1910. Octavo, [18], 19-249, [13] pages. Advertisements. FIRST EDITION. A collection of attributed recipes written in narrative format, assembled to raise funds for a club house. Includes household tips and a section on Lemon Remedies. Local advertisements precede, follow, and are interspersed throughout the recipes. Organized in 1898, San Francisco's Corona Club was a women's charitable and civic organization. At the time of this publication, the club's numbers were limited to two hundred women,... Read More
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J.M. Thorburn & Co.'s Descriptive Catalogue of Vegetable and Agricultural Seeds, &c.: garden, field, fruit, &c. seeds. The largest collection to be found in the world, embracing every standard & improved variety. Also, tested novelties, both of domestic and some of foreign origin, that are suited to the climate of the United States
by [Seed catalogue – J.M. Thorburn & Co. (New York, N.Y.)]
New York: James M. Thorburn & Co.; Sackett & Cobb, Steam Printers, 25 John Street, 1863. Octavo, cord-sewn (22.5 x 16 cm.), [3], 4-31, [1] pages. At head of title: "1863."; at foot of title: "Entered according to act of Congress, in the year 1863, by James M. Thorburn & Co." ~ An annual seed catalogue from this important supplier based in New York City. The Thorburn seed company was founded in 1805, and in 1822 was the first... Read More
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The Story of the Shakers and Some of Their Favorite Cooking Recipes. Calendar for 1882
by [Shaker] White, A.J.
[New York: A. J. White, 54 Warren Street, 1881. Stapled booklet (19.5 x 15 cm.), 28 pages (plus wrappers). Illustrated throughout. The ephemeris begins with March 1882 and runs through February of 1883. The first of the A.J. White Shaker almanacs which announced their culinary content. The text includes a letter of Mary Carr. These promotional booklets, advertising the "Shaker Extract of Root", were manufactured by the Mount Lebanon, New York United Society of Believers Community, but based on... Read More
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![[New Favorite Cooking Receipts of the Shakers and Illustrated Almanac for 1883. The Story of an Accidental Discovery]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/439/267/1606267439.0.l.jpg)
[New Favorite Cooking Receipts of the Shakers and Illustrated Almanac for 1883. The Story of an Accidental Discovery]
by [Shaker] White, A.J.
New York: A. J. White, 54 Warren Street, 1882. Stapled booklet (20 x 15 cm.), 32 pages. Illustrated throughout. The third of the A.J. White Shaker almanacs. These promotional booklets – advertising the "Shaker Extract of Root" – were manufactured by the Mount Lebanon, New York United Society of Believers Community, but based on the recipes of Andrew Judson White, who contracted the Shakers to supply the tonic. Shaker Almanacs were produced by White for many years, but only... Read More
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How the Shakers Cook, and the Noted Cooks of the Country
by [Shaker]; White, A.J.
New York: A.J. White, Druggist, 1888. Duodecimo-sized booklet (15 x 9 cm.), 48 pages. Illustrated. Advertisements. FIRST & ONLY EDITION. Issued by the A.J. White company, this almanac advertised their products, which were licensed from, and in some cases, made by the Shakers. Though not indicated as an almanac on the cover, a calendar for 1889 is included. Features profiles of some of the country's top chefs of the time, mostly those in private service. Wear and oxidation to... Read More
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How the Shakers Cook, and the Noted Cooks of the Country
by [Shaker]; White, A.J.
New York: A.J. White, Druggist, 1888. Duodecimo-sized booklet (15 x 9 cm.), 48 pages. Illustrated. Advertisements. FIRST & ONLY EDITION. Issued by the A.J. White company, this almanac advertised their products, which were licensed from, and in some cases, made by the Shakers. Though not indicated as an almanac on the cover, a calendar for 1889 is included. Features profiles of some of the country's top chefs of the time, mostly those in private service. Wear and oxidation to... Read More
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The Story of the Shakers and Some of Their Favorite Cooking Recipes. Calendar for 1882
by [Shaker] White, A.J.
[New York: A. J. White, 54 Warren Street, 1881. Stapled booklet (19.5 x 15 cm.), 28 pages (plus wrappers). Illustrated throughout. The ephemeris begins with March 1882 and runs through February of 1883. The first of the A.J. White Shaker almanacs which announced their culinary content. The text includes a letter of Mary Carr. These promotional booklets, advertising the "Shaker Extract of Root", were manufactured by the Mount Lebanon, New York United Society of Believers Community, but based on... Read More
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Vanderbilt's Candy Church. The Kings of the Kitchen
by [Shaker]; White, A.J.
New York: A.J. White, Druggist, 1888. Duodecimo-sized booklet, 32 pages. Illustrated. An almanac, issued by the A.J. White company, advertising their products which were licensed from, and in some cases, made by the Shakers. Testimonials throughout praise Siegel's Syrup (Extract of Roots). The date is drawn from the fact that this serves as an almanac for 1889, and the last testimonial given is dated November. 1888. Includes profiles of some of the country's top chefs, mostly those in private... Read More
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Queen City Receipt Book. The celebrated collection of prize receipts for desserts, ice creams, fruit ices, sherbets, jellies, puddings, etc.
by [Shepard Hardware Co. (Buffalo, N.Y.)]
Buffalo, N.Y.: Shepard Hardware Company; Baker, Jones & Company, Printers, 1889. Booklet, stapled in wrappers (15 x 9 cm.), 48 pages. Illustrated. Index. Date of publication from testimonials at rear. Stated "Edition L 50-M", but evident FIRST EDITION. A promotional cookbook for the Shepard Hardware Company, makers of ice cream freezers, jelly, fruit, and lard presses, various hinges and latches, stove equipment, mechanical toy banks, toy cap pistols and more. The recipes include ice cream and related recipes for... Read More
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Brakspear's Brewery, Henley on Thames 1779-1979
by Sheppard, Francis [Francis Henry Wollaston Sheppard]
Henley: Brakspear & Co, 1993. Octavo (21.5 x 14 cm.), viii, 103 pages. Illustrated. FIRST EDITION. A history of the Brakspear brewery, founded in 1779, and issued on the bicentennial of the business. Henley, on the coach route from London to Oxford, served many prestigious travelers, including James Boswell, and George IV was said to have eaten "fourteen mutton chops at a single sitting". William Shenston immortalized the Inns of Henley, with the lines, "Who'er has travell'd life's dull... Read More
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Vine Products Ltd. Schedule Showing Specimens of a Number of British Sherry Labels with Details of Origin and Dates of Commencement of Usage in the United Kingdom
by [Sherry – Vine Products Ltd.]
[London], 1967. Folder bound with ribbon (9.5" x 13.5"), 4 typed pages with table of contents, plus thirty-three original labels attached to sheets of paper with thin pins; seven letters from manufacturers and distributors; and one folding chart from the "Trademark Journal." A printed cover label, with details in ink, states, "High Court of Justice Chancery Division, Mr. Justice Cross, The 14th Day of Feb'y, 1967, Vine Products Ltd. v. Mackenzie & Co Ltd. This exhibit parked p. 30... Read More
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Camel Land Cookery
by Short, Dorothy
[No place: the author; NCR], 1964. Oblong, perfect-bound book (17 x 23 cm.), unpaginated [159, ii] pages. Although unpaginated, an index with do-it-yourself page numbers is laid-in at the end. Illustrated. FIRST EDITION. A self-published book of Afghan recipes, interspersed with popular expat dishes, including afghan pilau, boulanne, Turkish delight candy, Arabian vine leaves, Afghan almond cake, coconut pecan fingers, tomato butter, jing dahn, samosas and others. Recipes are arranged by months of the year. The leaf containing information... Read More
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Chosen Sweets: A Book of Practical Home Made Candy Recipes
by Short, Pearle Rose
Chicago: R. R. Donnelley & Sons Co, 1923. Duodecimo (19.5 x 13.5 cm.), 63 pages. FIRST EDITION. "Candy making should be taught and acquired as one of the most useful of womanly accomplishments... This book of recipes has been prepared with the object of providing you a simple and practical guide for the amateur as well as the professional confectioner... There is much profit in candy making and the recipes herein are both simple and elaborate and may assist... Read More
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The Book of Bread
by Simmons, Owen
London; [Edinburgh]: Maclaren & Sons, 37 and 38 Shoe Lane; [Printed by Turnbull & Spears, 1903. Quarto (29 x 23 cm.), 360 pages. Illustrated, with twelve full-page color illustrations, eight tipped-in half-tones; and two tipped-in gelatin silver prints; additional illustrations in the text. Advertisements. Index. FIRST TRADE EDITION, first or "subscribers' issue", differentiated from the second or ordinary issue by twenty-four additional pages, mostly advertisements and a list of subscribers to the deluxe edition with decorated endpapers (which in... Read More
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