Un alfabeto para gourmets

From the "A" of dining "Alone" to the "Z" of "Zakuski," the incomparable M. F. K. Fisher offers us in this book a selection of her finest gastronomic essays. With elegant prose, a keen eye for detail, and razor-sharp wit, she immerses the reader in a unique experience that encompasses everything from the fundamental role of ingredients to the crucial importance of the right setting and company. An evocative, reflective work, infused with humor and irony, that goes far beyond culinary tradition; a celebration of cooking, the art of eating in all its forms, which illustrates with captivating ease why its author has become one of the most beloved and admired writers of the 20th century.