By Mary Faulk Koock (1967)
[FROM THE FRONT COVER]
This is not just another book of recipes. It is a descriptive account of some of the most delightful entertaining in this hemisphere. Beginning with a social occasion at the White House and continuing through elegant and enchanting parties from the embassies of Canada, Mexico, South and Central America, Mrs Kook has gathered material for the book by personal interviews with the ambassadors and their wives in Washington at their official residences.
A Texas chapter includes the menu of a dinner posted by governor and Mrs Connolly, Recipes from Texas ranches, And parties in San Antonio centered around Hemis-Fair festivities.
In addition, Four of this country's most distinguished hostesses have graciously shared stories of their elegant parties together with their secret recipes, such as Espinjosa, A delightful caramel meringue, and White House Chef Henry Haller's stuffing for crown of roast lamb.
This bilingual cookbook - in English and Spanish has stories, menus and photos from some of the most interesting hosts from the 1960's.
VINTAGE HARDCOVER - GOOD CONDITION - DUST COVER HAS SOME RIPS AND TEARS.