A la carte
Lou Greenstein
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A la carte
Published
March 1993
Publisher
Pbc Intl
Pages
176
ISBN-13
9780866361842
ISBN-10
0866361847
Description
If you long for the elegance and nostalgia of fine dining as it was in the past, then this collection of more than 300 menus will provide a glimpse into the culinary habits of those special times. A LA CARTE will serve as a timeless resource for the gourmet, as well as any person with an interest in food, cooking and fine dining. History buffs, collectors, artists, restaurateurs and anyone interested in the history of dining will find this book a fascinating addition to their library. Included are menus from hotels and restaurants, those done for special occasions and holidays, political events, trains, ocean liners and even planes. All are beautifully reproduced in large, full-color photographs. Included is a special chapter titled "Works of Wonder" which contains samples created from unusual materials, or those that utilize unique manufacturing techniques to create mementos of important events and places.
Subjects
On the menu
Menu design 4
May I take your order?
Menu Design In America A Visual And Culinary History Of Graphic Styles And Design 18501985
Euromenu
Easy-to-Duplicate Menu Designs
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in A la carte?
This edition of A la carte has approximately 176 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read A la carte?
For most readers, A la carte typically takes between 3h 40m and 2h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 44,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 44,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of A la carte?
The estimated word count for A la carte is approximately 44,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of A la carte?
A la carte was written by Lou Greenstein.
When was A la carte published?
The publication date for this specific edition is March 1993. The original work may have been published on a different date.