Step back into 1963 with this mid-century classic! "Lessons in Gourmet Cooking" by Libby Hillman is a unique 20-lesson masterclass in fine dining. Structured as a culinary course, it guides you from the fundamentals of omelets to the complexities of puff pastry across 400+ recipes and helpful troubleshooting charts.
A highlight for collectors: the book features charming jacket design and interior line art by Ivy Bottini, the famed artist and feminist activist. This adds significant crossover appeal for Mid-Century Modern (MCM) and history enthusiasts. Perfect for any vintage kitchen, this Hearthside Press Book Club Edition is a beautiful "vintage cooking school" in print.
Item condition: Good vintage condition. Hardcover and binding are solid. The dust jacket is present but shows visible shelf wear, small chips at the edges, and light tanning. The interior front endpaper features a previous owner's name in ink. Pages are clean with typical age-related toning.
