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Sir John's table : the culinary life and times of Canada's first prime minister
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Sir John's table : the culinary life and times of Canada's first prime minister
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Traces Macdonald's life through some of the common foods of the day, from mutton, quince, and gooseberries to hare, cow heel, and ox cheek. Along the way, she reveals how to concoct the fried oysters served at the Charlottetown Conference and how a roast duck dinner saved the dominion.
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Authors
Mechefske, Lindy, 1961-
Subjects
Macdonald, John A. (John Alexander), 1815-1891.
Cooking--Canada--History--19th century.
Diet--Canada--History--19th century.
Dinners and dining--Canada--History--19th century.
Food habits--Canada--History--19th century.
Canada--Social life and customs--19th century.
Language
English
Dimensions
21 cm.