Delmonico’s. A Century of Splendor by Lately Thomas
VINTAGESTAN BOOKS Title: Delmonico’s. A Century of Splendor by Lately Thomas Summary: This book chronicles the rise and cultural significance of Delmonico’s, one of America’s first fine-dining restaurants, in New York City. The narrative traces Delmonico’s origins in the early 19th century, founded by Swiss immigrants, and follows its transformation into a symbol of luxury, innovation, and elite social life. It highlights how the restaurant pioneered many aspects of modern dining, such as printed menus, private dining rooms, and an emphasis on French-inspired haute cuisine in the United States. A major focus of the book is the restaurant’s clientele and influence. Delmonico’s became a gathering place for politicians, industrialists, celebrities, and socialites, reflecting the growth of New York as a cultural and economic powerhouse. Through vivid anecdotes, Lately illustrates how dining there was not just about food, but about status, networking, and spectacle. The book also explores the culinary legacy of Delmonico’s, including famous dishes like Delmonico steak and baked Alaska, as well as the role of legendary chefs like Charles Ranhofer in shaping American gastronomy. Ultimately, Delmonico’s: A Century of Splendor presents the restaurant as more than a business, it’s portrayed as a mirror of American society during a century of rapid change, capturing shifts in class, culture, and cuisine.
Author: Lately Thomas Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company. Boston Year Published: 1967 Edition: Original Binding type: Hardcover ISBN: Dimensions: 23.5cm x 15.5cm Notes: The Dust Jacket has been placed in a removable protective cover SKU: VSS / 261 / H / 7264 / 5566 Condition Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Rubbing, chips, creasing, fading, handling marks, marks. Book condition: Fair. Rubbing, handling marks, pencil marks, marks, foxing, toning Binding: Intact Pages: 374 pages
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