Wealth in the Victorian age meant extravagance. Nothing short of the very best from around the world was acceptable, especially at dinner parties. Course after course exemplified the host's affluence and knowledge of worldly culture. Fannie Farmer was considered the master of such parties, writing a cookbook in 1896 that became a best seller year after year. Chris Kimball, host of America's Test Kitchen, has written a narrative explaining his new move to a home in Boston and his experience re-creating one of Fannie's classic meals. Full of fun as well as food, Kimball's Fannie's Last Supper is sure to please. West Lafayette Public Library Director Nick Schenkel has a review.
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Book Review: Fannie's Last Supper: Re-creating One Amazing Meal from Fannie Farmer's 1896 Cookbook
