Explore a diverse array of alcoholic beverages from around the globe, featuring recipes and serving suggestions for cocktails, wines, and regional specialties like the Mint Julep. This unique drinking travelogue invites enthusiasts to savor both popular and unusual drinks, making it an essential guide for anyone passionate about alcoholic beverages. Discover the cultural significance and flavors that define each drink, enhancing your appreciation for global drinking traditions.
Embarking on a global journey, Charles Baker explores exotic food and drink while connecting with fascinating individuals. This unique blend of travelogue and cookbook captures his culinary adventures, featuring recipes for unusual dishes and cocktails from the 1920s and 30s. Baker's vivid storytelling brings to life the flavors and experiences that defined his travels, making it a delightful read for food enthusiasts and adventurers alike.
Focusing on food recipes, this volume is part of a two-volume set by Charles Henry Baker, Jr., a notable figure in culinary literature. Renowned for his engaging prose, Baker combines humor and vivid storytelling with detailed recipes, reflecting his extensive travels and experiences with food and drink. His writings have garnered a dedicated following among cocktail enthusiasts and culinary historians, making this reprint of the 1939 edition a valuable addition to any collection. Baker's connections with literary icons like Hemingway and Faulkner add depth to his narrative style.