History students and Victorian enthusiasts looking for
comprehensive information on dining practices of Victorian America
will find this book a vital resource. Revealing the history of
19th-century dining, clothing, and etiquette, the volume includes
sample menus and explicit instructions explaining how to recreate a
dinner, tea, breakfast, or lunch in the 21st century. Collectors of
china, crystal, and silver will also find this book helpful because
it provides a photograph of each piece of tableware that was used,
with a history and description of the item.
After explaining the different dining styles and the way they
evolved into rituals of the Victorian era, a formal dinner is
examined course by course. The Schollanders present the history and
uses of various wines and show they were matched with different
foods. They also explain the evolution of silver, crystal, and
china pieces. Additionally the book includes an explanation of the
seating order at the Victorian table, correct Victorian table
manners, invitations and menu cards, correct dress for dinner
guests, correct table settings, the role of servants, and
step-by-step instructions for recreating a formal Victorian dinner,
tea, breakfast, or lunch.
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