The cult of the chafing dish by Frank Schloesser
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"The Cult of the Chafing Dish" by Frank Schloesser is a culinary treatise written in the early 20th century. It explores the art and versatility of cooking with a chafing dish, emphasizing its practicality and elegance for both bachelors and couples. The book dives into not just the mechanics of using the chafing dish but also reflects on broader themes of food culture, dining etiquette, and the pleasures of creative cooking. The
opening of the book introduces the concept with a detailed appreciation of the chafing dish, personified as "Chaffinda." The author humorously extols its virtues while addressing potential critics and kitchen traditionalists. He establishes a tone that combines practical guidance for preparing meals with a lighthearted narrative style, framing the chafing dish as not just a cooking appliance but as an instrument for culinary exploration and social dining experiences. Schloesser’s approach invites readers into a world where inventive, simple dishes can be crafted with elegance, catering to the modest needs of individuals and the social aspirations of gatherings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Schloesser, Frank, -1913 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 44045648 |
| Title | The cult of the chafing dish |
| Edition | 2nd edition |
| Original Publication | London: Gay and Bird, 1904, pubdate 1905. |
| Credits | Alan, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Chafing dish cooking |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73560 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-73560-3 |
| Release Date | May 7, 2024 |
| Last Update | Sep 9, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 482 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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