Description
1961 edition. Dust jacket has some wear and small tears along the sides. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-preserved 1961 edition of “Kyra’s Secrets Of Russian Cooking” offers a rare glimpse into the culinary traditions of pre-revolutionary Russia. Author Kyra Petrovskaya, born in St. Petersburg in the late 19th century, draws upon her family’s recipes and memories to capture the flavors of a bygone era. From the opulent feasts of the nobility to the hearty fare of the peasantry, Petrovskaya’s recipes transport readers to the grand estates and humble villages of Imperial Russia. Beyond its historical significance, this book holds special value for collectors as one of the earliest English-language cookbooks dedicated to authentic Russian cuisine, published just a few years before Petrovskaya’s death. With its well-preserved pages and binding, this copy invites readers to explore the rich heritage of Russian gastronomy through the eyes of a master chef who witnessed the twilight of the Romanov dynasty.
