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Book SynopsisThe American Gilded Age (1868 to 1900) and its extreme extravagance continue to be a source of wonder and fascination, particularly for foodies. The style and excessiveness of this era has ties to modern popular culture through books, films, and television shows, including The Alienist and the new Julian Fellowes TV series The Gilded Age, slated for release in 2022. Fellowes' former series, Downton Abbey, spawned a whole range of cookbooks based on the show's themes.
The Gilded Age Cookbook will transport the reader back in time to lavish banquet tables set with snow-white linen tablecloths, delicate china and sparkling crystal glasses. Cuisine featuring rich soups, juicy roasts and luscious desserts will come to life through historic images and artistic photography by Heather Raub, whose work has been seen via Zest Culinary Services, Pastry Chef Bakery, LE'COEUR magazine and Malvie magazine. Gilded Age details will be melded with historic menus and recipes updated for modern
