1950s Entertaining and Cocktail and Patio Cookbooks by Helen Evans Brown, Boxed Set

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Incredible gift set of 1950s cookbooks by Helen Evans Brown, titled "Chafing Dish Book," "Patio Cook Book," and "A Book … Read more Incredible gift set of 1950s cookbooks by Helen Evans Brown, titled "Chafing Dish Book," "Patio Cook Book," and "A Book of Appetizers." With delightfully patterned covers (front and back!) and like-new pages, this charming set comes in the original green case with sparking silver flecks and would make a great hosting gift. As quoted from the Appetizer book, "Like it or not, the cocktail hour is here to stay. And most Americans *do* like it, for it is a welcome moment of relaxation after a busy day." Learn to make Stuffed Belgian Endive, Mushrooms Provençal, or Bacon and Ripe Olive Tart. Enjoyable to read, as Brown includes quotes and very likeable commentary. Up your alfresco dining and hosting game, and charm your guests with this little blast from the past.

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"Chafing Dish Book" - 141 Recipes
"Patio Cook Book" - 141 Recipes, including some desserts
"A Book of Appetizers" - 145 Appetizer Recipes and nearly as many cocktail recipes

Measures: 6.25" x 6.25" x 2.5"

Condition Notes: Very minor shelf and handling wear to the box case only; books are in like-new condition. Incredible for its age! Binding is sound; no writing or other markings. Page blocks are crisp and clean. No tears to covers or pages, no fading or yellowing. It is like these books were never used! See less