First printing stated; large 8vo in gold cloth, 309 pages, color photographs. Boards very lightly rubbed with a bit of wear at extremities, previous owner's bookplate and penciled note in front endpapers, internally clean and sound; tattered dust jacket with old tape repairs at edges, spine sunned; faintly musty. "...how to be as carefree and gay as your guests, yet serve them gourmet food that would make any woman's reputation as a hostess" Great example of mid century style and popular foods. Organized by season. Strong French influence.
Title: Cooking for Company: A Party Cook Book of Menus and Recipes
Edition: 1st Edition
Location Published: New York, Random House: 1950
Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Very Good
Jacket Condition: Good
Type: Hardcover
Categories: Cooking
Seller ID: 001521
Keywords: vintage cookbook party planning mid century style entertaining seasonal cooking