Beverages And Sauces Of Colonial Virginia, 1607-1907 (1906)

Beverages And Sauces Of Colonial Virginia, 1607-1907 is a historical cookbook written by Laura Simkins Fitchett in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive look at the various beverages and sauces that were popular in Virginia from the time of its settlement in 1607 up until the early 20th century.The book is divided into two sections: one on beverages and the other on sauces. The beverage section includes recipes for a variety of drinks, including alcoholic beverages such as rum punch, cider, and wine, as well as non-alcoholic drinks like lemonade and ginger beer. The sauce section includes recipes for both sweet and savory sauces, including tomato sauce, apple sauce, and brandy sauce.Throughout the book, Fitchett provides historical context for each recipe, explaining the origins and cultural significance of the various beverages and sauces. She also includes anecdotes and stories about the people and events that shaped Virginia's culinary traditions.Beverages And Sauces Of Colonial Virginia, 1607-1907 is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Virginia and its culinary traditions. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the foods and drinks that were enjoyed by Virginians over the course of several centuries, and provides a unique perspective on the cultural and social history of the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.