Menu Design in America. 1850-1985

by John Mariani

Until restaurants became commonplace in the late 1800s, printed menus for meals were rare commodities reserved for special occasions. As restaurants proliferated, the menu became more than just a culinary listing. The design of the menu became an integral part of eating out and as such menus became a marketing tool and a favored keepsake.

Menu Design is an omnibus showcasing the best examples of this graphic art. With nearly...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B00BG6YA9O
• ISBN13: 9783836526623
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Taschen
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 6.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 10.3" x 12.7"