Rare, 1900, Greek Royal Chef Cookbook, P. Kantoros, Great Complete Cooking & Pastry

Description

Rare 1900 Greek Royal Chef Cookbook

Title: Νέα Μεγάλη Πλήρης Μαγειρική και Ζαχαροπλαστική
(New Great Complete Cooking and Pastry)
Author: P. Kantoros, Royal Chef
Publisher: Aristidis Galanos, Athens
Year: 1900
Pages: 512
Dimensions: 23 cm × 15 cm
Binding: Contemporary hard binding
Language: Greek
Condition: Good vintage condition (see photos)

Description

Offered here is an exceptionally rare 1900 Greek culinary classic by P. Kantoros, described on the title page as Royal Chef (Αρχιμάγειρος Ανακτόρων). This early and substantial 512-page cookbook, New Great Complete Cooking and Pastry, is one of the few surviving works attributed to him and is a valuable piece of Greek gastronomic history.

The book presents a comprehensive collection of recipes, accompanied by illustrations, covering both traditional and refined dishes. The author claims to be a “scientist cook,” emphasizing recipes that are not only delicious but also easy to digest and suitable for everyday people—not only for royalty.

To ensure quality and accuracy, the publisher enlisted Antonios Kallivokas (1855-1910), hygienist and professor at the University of Athens, to supervise the edition—an unusual and noteworthy step for a cookbook of this era.

 This is a rare and collectible volume, especially appealing to those interested in:
• Greek culinary history
• Early cookbooks
• Royal household memorabilia
• Gastronomy and food culture
• 19th–early 20th century Greek printing

Condition

Good vintage condition for a 1900 publication. Expected age-related wear. Please consult all provided photos for a detailed assessment.

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