Taschen "The Gourmand's Egg. A Collection of Stories and Recipes" (9783836585897)

Taschen "The Gourmand's Egg. A Collection of Stories and Recipes" - product description "The Gourmand's Egg" is the inaugural volume in a unique series from Taschen , produced in collaboration with the iconic magazine The Gourmand . This book is a fascinating visual and literary journey through one of the most versatile ingredients in human history: the egg. From Roman rituals to ward off evil spirits, through the priceless Fabergé eggs, to the surreal visions of Salvador Dalí, this book explores the egg as a symbol of life, a powerful cultural artifact, and an indispensable kitchen element. Its 288 pages feature a collection of original essays and archetypal recipes—from the perfectly poached egg to exquisite desserts. The book is complemented by works by masters such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Frida Kahlo, and David Hockney , as well as writing by renowned food critic Ruth Reichl. Discover the story of the ingredient that, as Ruth Reichl says, "starts it all." Also, check out other culture and culinary albums available in our collection . Editors and Artistic Directors – David Lane, Marina Tweed The Gourmand Lyrics - Jennifer Higgie, Ruth Reichl Publisher - Taschen Cover - hardcover, format 20 x 27.9 cm Language - English The first volume of a prestigious series exploring the connections between food, art and culture. A collection of original recipes celebrating the world's culinary diversity Exclusive photoshoots by renowned still life photographers, created especially for this issue A review of works of art from antiquity to the present day with an egg motif Essays by prominent writers, art historians, and chefs High-quality coffee table book edition with a glossy, minimalist cover Number of pages: 288; weight: 1.35 kg The perfect gift for gourmets, art history enthusiasts and aesthetic design enthusiasts.