Description
Gourmet Magazine – January 1957
Cover Design by Harry Marinsky – Good Condition
This January 1957 issue of Gourmet features a distinctive cover illustration by Harry Marinsky, showcasing the magazine’s refined mid-century aesthetic. Inside, readers will find international culinary writing, classic recipes, essays by notable food writers, and several recurring Gourmet departments that reflect the rich food culture of the 1950s.
The magazine is in good condition, with typical age-related wear. The item pictured is exactly the same item you will receive. Please review all photos carefully for condition purposes. Each magazine is shipped with a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents
Sugar and Spice – Page 2
Spécialités de la Maison – 5
Tom Marvel
Along the Boulevards – 8
Mormor’s Smörgåsbord – 10
Marianne Witherby
Saracen Wheat – 12
Abraham Stern
Martini-Zheen, Anyone? – 14
M.F.K. Fisher
Memorable Meals:
I — Barmecide Feasts – 16
Vincent Starrett
Cooking in the Red – 18
GOURMET Serves a Friendly Supper – 20
Classes in Classic Cuisine:
Oysters – 22
Louis Diat
Let’s Eat Out – 37
You Asked for It! – 46
Recipe Index – 50
The Last Touch:
Béchamel Sauce with Variations – 52
A wonderful issue for collectors of mid-century culinary magazines, especially those seeking early contributions from iconic food writers such as M.F.K. Fisher.



