Dinner with Jane Austen
Menus Inspired by Her Novels and Letters
(Author) Pen Vogler Vogler PenTake a seat at the Regency dining table and share food enjoyed by Jane Austen’s much loved fictional characters, as well as her own family. Inspired by the novels and letters of Jane Austen, this collection of recipes is based on authentic recipes from the Regency era, which have been fully updated for modern-day cooks. Menus featured include Mrs Bennet’s Dinner to Impress (from Pride & Prejudice), An Old-fashioned Supper for Mr Woodhouse and his Guests (from Emma) and Christmas with the Musgroves (from Persuasion). The book includes menus for lighter fayre, such as Fresh Pea Soup, Baked Sole and Everlasting Syllabub, to the indulgent Roast Leg of Mutton Stuffed with Oysters followed by Buttered Apple Tart. The original recipes are given alongside, so you can compare them and appreciate modern time-savers all the more!
Pen Vogler
Pen Vogler is a British food historian and author known for her insightful explorations of food and culture in literature. Her most notable works include "Dinner with Mr. Darcy" and "Jane Austen's England." Vogler's writing style is engaging and informative, seamlessly blending historical research with literary analysis. She has made significant contributions to the study of food in literature, shedding light on the social and cultural significance of food in different time periods. "Dinner with Mr. Darcy" is perhaps Vogler's most famous work, offering a fascinating look at the food and dining customs of the Regency era as depicted in Jane Austen's novels. Through her work, Vogler has deepened our understanding of the role food plays in shaping fictional worlds and characters.