The art of cookery, made plain and easy vs The queen-like closet, or, Rich cabinet: Which Should You Read?
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The art of cookery, made plain and easy
“I Believe I have attempted a branch of Cookery which nobody has yet thought worth their while to write upon: but as I have both seen, and found by experience, that the generality of Servants are greatly wanting in that point, I hterefore have taken upon me to instruct them in the best manner I am capable ; and, I dare say, that every Servant who can but read, will be capable of making a tolerable”
"A very interesting glimpse at everyday cooking in the daily life of 18th–19th century England, with many helpful tips, tricks, and recipes (for the day). The language is enjoyable and the information contained is…
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The queen-like closet, or, Rich cabinet
The Queen-like Closet or Rich Cabinet' was a cookery book published in 1670 by the English writer, Hannah Woolley, on household management.
The verdict
- Very close on paper — pick by the themes that pull you more.
Scores by source
| The art of cookery, made plain and easy | The queen-like closet, or, Rich cabinet | |
|---|---|---|
| Google Books | 3.5 (4) | — |
Reception
| The art of cookery, made plain and easy | The queen-like closet, or, Rich cabinet | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratings | 4 | — |
| Editions | 45 | 20 |
| Film adaptations | 1 | — |
| Pages | 409 | 344 |