Shorter Notices
Bouquet de France, which originates from the Gourmet Distributing Corporation of New York, has all the attributes of a luxury class best-seller. It is a "fine book," well illustrated, and concerned with travel, wine and food. The text is obviously the work of an enthusiast whose touring of France has been almost exhaustive and carried out without the inconvenience of currency restrictions. The recipes quoted are very well selected and efficiently set out. The author obviously approves of France and French food. My own favourite French catering establishment is not men- tioned: the dearer hotel round the corner is. IR There could be few more impressive presents to unwrap. Here are some honest samples of the text:—"This subtle dish had the Frenchman's delicate touch. The quenelles were molded in the graceful form of maiden's breasts, each topped with a rosy pink round of crayfish meat." " Con- cameau, by the way, is one of the best places to buy those russet-red, or deep-blue fishermen's blouses and trousers, which make such a hit with your children and young friends back home." " . . a large and comfortable inn with a pleasant bar and café terrace to greet the canvas-laden painter after a day's daubing." J. A.
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