Ranhofer is responsible for many recipes which continue to be famous, such as baked alaska which he invented in 1867 to celebrate the purchase of alaska from russia. Fortunately, the manual for these standards remains, preserved in the pages of the epicurean, thanks to the careful work of charles ranhofer. The epicurean by charles ranhofer a complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art including table and wine service, how to prepare and cook dishes, an index for marketing, a great variety of bills of fare for breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, suppers, ambigus, buffets, etc. Including table and wine service, how to prepare and cook dishes, an index for marketing, a great variety of bills of fare for breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, suppers, ambigus, buffets, etc. Aug 25, 2001 charles ranhofer, a french chef, was the chef at delmonicos from 1862 to 1896. In excellent condition your vintage culinary book would have a retail value of between 100125 dollars. The epicurean 1920 charles ranhoferdelmonicos culinary. The epicurean the classic 1893 cookbook eat your books. I just wanted to look online first to see where the. Including table and wine service, how to prepare and cook dishes, an index for marketing, a great variety of bills of fare for breakfasts, luncheons. It was considered one of the most complete treatises of the kind ever published, wrote the new york times at the time of ranhofer s death. I have ana old culinary book the epicurean charles ranhofer. Including a selection of interesting bills of fare of delmonicos, from 1862 to 1894.
Aug 30, 2005 charles ranhofer was chef at the famous delmonicos restaurant in new york, and author of a popular cookbook titled the epicurean. Charles ranhofer was the chef at delmonicos restaurant in new york from 1862 to 1876 and 1879 to 1896. Ranhofer, charlesthe epicurean, a complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art. A complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art by charles ranhofer. Hi all, in the next couple weeks im thinking about auctioning off a rare cookbook i found called the epicurean.
The epicurean by charles ranhofer, chef delmonicos nyc for. Charles ranhofer was chef at the famous delmonicos restaurant in new york, and author of a popular cookbook titled the epicurean. Large thick quarto, original art decostyle blind and giltstamped navy cloth, patterned endpapers. Another celebrated dinner planned by ranhofer featured a 30foot pond set into the banquet table, banked with flowers to protect guests from splashing by four live swans. Colin montgomery, born carol spencer worthington in 1920, was a baltimorearea society woman throughandthrough. Designed as an ideal retreat, epicureans 7 guest rooms and suites are a luxurious blend of urban chic and comfort.
For sale on 1stdibs rare delmonicos restaurant cookbook by chef charles ranhofer. The epicurean, a complete treatise of analytical and. If anyone is interested, i will post more about it including a photo. Charles ranhofer, the chef at delmonicos restaurant in new york city for nearly thirtyfour years, was born in st. This was a landmark publication, the culmination of a remarkable career. The personal note is dated new york, feburary 24, 1893. It has a hand written note to chef charles ranhofer from charles c. Originally published in 1894 in two volumes, ours is the 1920 edition complete in one volume. Charles ranhofer cookbooks, recipes and biography eat. Rare delmonicos restaurant cookbook by chef charles ranhofer.
Wonderful plates showing examples of food and decoration. I own the book the epicurean by charles ranhofer, entered. The epicurean by charles ranhofer first edition 1894. The epicurean by charles ranhofer, chef delmonicos nyc chairish. Complete culinary encyclopedia, with more than 3,500 recipes and nearl. This dover edition, first published in 1971, is an unabridged and unaltered. A complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art including table and wine service, how to prepare and cook dishes, an index for marketing, a great variety of bills of fare for breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, suppers, ambigus, buffets, etc.
Hello and welcome, my name is frank, i am a personal property appraiser and would be happy to assist you with your question. The epicurean, by charles ranhofer former chef at delmonicos, published by the hotel monthly press, chicago il 1920 overall good condition. The epicurean by charles ranhofer, culinary art illustrated with 80 antique 1920 the epicurean, delmonicos, charles ranhofer, 800 plates, w the epicurean charles ranhofer 1908. Later edition of one of the most important cookbooks ever produced, with 800 intext and fullpage illustrations, in a striking original art deco binding. Nearly 800 blackandwhite illustrations depict foods, methods of preparation, and table settings. Jan 06, 2014 your 1920 edition of the epicurean by charles ranhofer was published by the hotel monthly press in evanston, il. Works by this author published before january 1, 1925 are in the public domain.
Charles ranhofer was already famous when he was hired by the legendary delmonicos of new york, and under his supervision, the restaurants kitchen achieved even greater renown. I was browsing an ebay auction and came across his book, which was written 10 years before escoffier, and i am wondering why i have never heard of it. In 1893 ranhofer shared his professional secrets with the publication of the epicurean. Antique 1920 the epicurean, delmonicos, charles ranhofer, 800 plates, w. The epicurean by charles ranhofer 2nd edition 1920former chef of delmonicos. In 1893 ranhofer shared his professional secrets with. The epicurean by ranhofer food cooking restaurants menus. Greatest of cook books, new york times, may 18, 1894. The epicurean by charles ranhofer, chef delmonicos nyc. Charles ranhofer, the chef at delmonicos restaurant in new york city for. Oct 27, 2004 hi all, in the next couple weeks im thinking about auctioning off a rare cookbook i found called the epicurean.
Charles ranhofer rare books and first editions at bauman. A complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art, including table and wine service, how to prepare and cook dishes, etc. A complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art. The epicurean by charles ranhofer charles ranhofer was one of the greatest chefs of his day. The epicurean 1920 by charles ranhofer former chef of etsy. Timbales in the epicurean, 1894 charles ranhofer delmonicos mrs. Sources charles ranhofer dead, new york times, october 11, 1899. Originally published in 1894 and ed by his wife rose in 1920. Abaa the epicurean, a complete treatise of analytical. During this classic period, delmonicos set the standard for gourmet food. Works by this author published before january 1, 1925 are in the public domain worldwide because the author died at least 100 years ago. It is the magnum opus of the great chef, charles ranhofer, who ruled the kitchen at the famed delmonicos restaurant in new york city. The epicurean by charles ranhofer 2nd edition 1920 former chef of delmonicos.
The classic 1893 cookbook calla editions by charles ranhofer is a nearly 1200 page tome on the art of cooking. The epicurean charles ranhoffer of delmonicos 1920s hardback. This book is simply the best answer to any questions about how the upper classes were dining in late victorian america. Charles ranhofer november 7, 1836 in saintdenis, france october 9, 1899 in new york was the chef at delmonicos restaurant in new york from 1862 to 1876 and 1879 to 1896.
Boutique hotel in tampa bay, florida epicurean hotel. Ranhofer was the author of the epicurean 1894, 1 an encyclopedic cookbook of over 1,000 pages, similar in scope to escoffiers le guide culinaire. Our tampa hotel is decorated to reflect our culinary heritage and unique flavor of the area. The epicurean, by charles ranhofer former chef at delmonicos, published by the hotel monthly press, chicago il 1920 overall good condition skip to main content we use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. Ranhofer was a master chef who worked for decades at americas most celebrated restaurant of the gilded age. The epicurean by charles ranhofer, culinary art illustrated with 800 plates. Thoughts for food a menu aid 1942 edition 125 menus. Later printing of the 1894 classic, originally selfpublished, by charles ranhofer of delmonicos. The book covers table and wine service, bills of fare, recipes from 1862 to 1894. The epicurean, a complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art, including table and wine service.
Rare antique 1894 1920 ranhofer epicurean cookbook. Your 1920 edition of the epicurean by charles ranhofer was published by the hotel monthly press in evanston, il. The epicurean part one by charles ranhofer 20041201 by charles ranhofer jan 1 1878. A complete treatise of analytical and practical studies on the culinary art charles ranhofer on. Its by charles ranhofer and the date on it is 1920. Feb 08, 2011 i own the book the epicurean by charles ranhofer, entered according to act of congress in the year 1893. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. Delmonicos opened in 1820, serving european fine dining.
Buy online, view images and see past prices for the epicurean, by charles ranhofer, 1920. An encyclopedic book containing the great chefs recipes accumulated over his thirty four years at delmonicos including signature dishes such as lobster newburg and baked alaska ranhofer did not invent this dish. Ranhofer, charlesthe epicurean, a complete treatise of. Ranhofer was the author of the epicurean 1894, an encyclopedic cookbook of over 1,000 pages, similar in scope to escoffiers le guide culinaire. Tour du monde extract russia ostrov 10 orig engravings. Charles ranhofer rare books and first editions at bauman rare. Thoughts for food a menu aid 1942 edition 125 menus with recipes rare cooking.
Charles and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It was considered one of the most complete treatises of the kind ever published, wrote the new york times at the time of ranhofers death. The restaurant was famously raided twice by federal dry agents in the early 1920s, and was cited for selling hard liquor. A splendid facsimile of the rare 1893 edition, it constitutes a complete culinary encyclopedia, with more than 3,500 recipes.