Harrods Cookery Book

by aslani-marilyn

The first cookbook created and endorsed by the famous and elegant London department store, the Harrods Cookery Book reflects the store's unwavering and world-renowned commitment to quality. Illustrated with over 100 color and sepia photographs, the Harrods Cookery Book contains more than 300 innovative and appetizing recipes reflecting the range and diversity of the Harrods kitchens and food halls. Each chapeter of this luxurious book is based on one of those food halls and the wide variety of tempting delicacies it contains. From the Meat Hall, a reliable recipe for Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding, a classic Steak and Oyster Pie, plus game and poultry in dozens of varieties and preparations. Cheese and dairy recipes, charuterie, and a vast selection of fruits and vegetable are all presented in ways so delectable the cook will run to the kitchen to try them. Each recipe has been carefully tested for the American cook and kitchen. The recipes are clearly written and fully Americanized, using standard Amrican ingredients and measurements. The American cook will learn to make real scones, Dundee Cake, and Treacle Tart. And, at last, recipes for authentic Harrods marmalades and jams, chutneys and conserves. In addition to recipes for traditional English dishes, the best French, Italian, Middle Eastern, and West Indian foods are offered in versions that are easy to understand and follow. Their range will please every cook from the timid to the adventurous. Harrod symbolized the very best of taste; by opening the pages of this unique cookery book, you can bring the very best tastes into your own home.

Genres: Cookbooks, Food, Nonfiction

256 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1985

Reviews

[Joy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was about 38 years old when I read it in 2023, but I really enjoyed it. I hadn’t realized what a big food section (food halls) that Harrod’s has. I would say this book was light on Harrod’s history (4 pages), but the recipes were very interesting, largely due to the element of British culinary culture, which I don’t know tons about—especially when you get into a more gourmet realm like this book did.

Thanks to this book, I now have big plans to make an Irish Apple Cake on New Year’s Day 2024!

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book!!! England isn't best known for its great food but the recipes in this book look and sound great. Lots of fowl recipes (even quail eggs)and lamb. Then there are the traditional Yorkshire puddings and meat pies. They are not very complicated and most of the ingredients are pretty common. Can't wait to give some of these a try- I have lamb in the freezer waiting!!

[Isolabella · Rating 4 out of 5]

A delightful cookbook with beautiful photos. Haven't tried it yet, just admiring all those delicious recipes.