Author: Anton Edelmann

Publisher: Pavilion

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 9781862055490

Founded in 1889 on the Strand in London's West End. The Savoy is one of the world's most famous hotels. As the place where Monet painted the Thames from his hotel window, where Escoffier concocted Peches Nellie Melba and Lobster Thermidor, and the first British dry Martini was stirred, The Savoy has a world-wide reputation to uphold. And this it does magnificently, pampering its guests in legendary style and luxury. The food at The Savoy is second to none, and it is the domain of Anton Edelmann, Maitre Chef des Cuisines at the hotel for more than two decades. In this lavish volume, he blends his passion for cooking with his equally intense passion for The Savoy. In recipes and photographs, The Savoy Cookbook traces a typical day at the hotel -- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and beyond. A hundred recipes include both classic Savoy dishes and modern favorites, including Caviar and Scrambled Eggs with Brioche, Young Pork on Portobello Polenta with Glazed Spring Onions, and Scallop Ravioli in Saffron Broth. The dessert tray is laden with delights, while afternoon tea features exquisite sandwiches, scones, and cakes. All are clearly presented with a sensitivity to the needs of the home cook. The introductions to each chapter evoke the special ambience of The Savoy at each time of day, and feature pages explore the many facets of the hotel, from the celebrity guests who have stayed and dined there to the design of the Art Deco interior and adjoining Savoy Theatre. Complementing the text are stylish and atmospheric images by photographer Jean Cazals as well as rare pictures from The Savoy archive. Marrying the workings of a great hotel with the culinary brilliance of a top chef, this splendid book allows you to bring the magic of The Savoy into your own home. Book jacket.