The Writer's Table: Famous Authors and Their Favourite Recipes -- Valerie Stivers, Hardcover
The Writer's Table: Famous Authors and Their Favourite Recipes -- Valerie Stivers, Hardcover
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These are the dishes that fuelled great writing.
Ever wondered what Iris Murdoch might have served for supper, or how Emily Dickinson took her tea? The Writer's Table brings together dining habits and favourite recipes from some of the world's most beloved authors, offering a delicious glimpse into their everyday lives and kitchen rituals.
Each recipe is paired with a short introduction to the author and dish, along with clear instructions and modern ingredients, making it easy to recreate literary comfort food at home. With beautiful illustrations throughout, the book is a feast for the eyes as well as the table making you feel closer to the writers you love.
Writers and recipes featured include:
- Leo Tolstoy's Sour Schi
- Jane Austen's White Soup
- Colette's Cherry Clafoutis
- Barbara Pym's Toad-in-the-Hole
- Truman Capote's Chicken Hash
- Andrea Camilleri's Sardines a beccafico
Perfectly giftable, irresistibly browsable and full of charm, The Writer's Table is a celebration of food, creativity and the simple pleasures that connect us all. A must-have for readers, home cooks and anyone who's ever wondered what their favourite author had for dinner.
Author: Valerie Stivers
Publisher: Frances Lincoln
Published: 10/07/2025
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.60w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780711293915
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