My Summer In The Kitchen (1878)

By Hetty Athon Morrison

Book Overview

My Summer In The Kitchen is a book written by Hetty Athon Morrison and published in 1878. The book is a memoir of Morrison's experiences working in the kitchen during the summer season. Morrison was a young girl at the time and her family owned a large country estate where they often entertained guests during the summer months. As a result, the kitchen was a hub of activity and Morrison found herself drawn to the culinary arts.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the kitchen. Morrison describes the various tools and utensils used in the kitchen, as well as the ingredients and recipes that were popular at the time. She also discusses the different roles and responsibilities of the kitchen staff, including the head cook, the scullery maid, and the pastry chef.Throughout the book, Morrison shares her own experiences working in the kitchen, including the challenges she faced and the lessons she learned. She also provides tips and advice for aspiring cooks, such as how to properly measure ingredients and how to create a perfect pie crust.Overall, My Summer In The Kitchen is a charming and informative memoir that offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century cooking. It is a must-read for anyone interested in culinary history, as well as those who simply enjoy a good memoir.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165416808
• ISBN13: 9781165416806
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"