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BEARD, James.

Hors d'Oeuvre and Canapes: With a Key to the Cocktail Party.

New York: M. Barrows and Company , 1940.

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Rare First Edition of James Beard's Hors d'Oeuvre and Canapes: With a Key to the Cocktail Party; Signed by Him
First edition of Beard's first book. Octavo, original cloth, illustration. Boldly signed by the author on the half-title page in a contemporary hand, "Best Wishes James Beard." Very good in the original dust jacket which has been mended with tape. Exceptionally rare signed and in the dust jacket.
The first book written by the "Dean of American Gastronomy," James Beard's Hors d'Oeuvre and Canapes: With a Key to the Cocktail Party contains recipes and tips for all levels of entertainment-from simple cocktail parties to extravagant receptions. This premier kitchen reference features the most popular cocktails and drinks, as well as fabulous recipes for classic and innovative hors d'oeuvre such as Melon Melange, Anchovy Cheese Fingers, and Clam Croquettes.
$2,500.00
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