Georgiana Hill
Cookery Book Writer, authored 'The Cook's Oracle'
Born
July 14th, 1825
200 years ago
Died
1903
122 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English cookery book writer contributed to culinary literature during the 19th century. Authored 'The Cook's Oracle', a significant cookbook that offered a variety of recipes and cooking techniques. Focused on providing practical advice for everyday cooking and emphasized the importance of using fresh and seasonal ingredients. The work provided insights into British cooking and became a reference for both home cooks and professional chefs at the time.
Authored 'The Cook's Oracle'
Provided practical cooking advice
Emphasized fresh and seasonal ingredients
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