Fruit and Vegetable Carving [antikvár]

PREFACEI have long been fascinated by the art of fruit and vegetable carving which I find not merely pleasing and entertaining but also quite educative and utilitarian.Many things can be carved out of vegetables, statuettes and other solid objects being but a few examples. Nothing, however, can equal flowers made out of vegetables for beauty, originality or versatility, because in producing one flower not only can many vegetables be combined exquisitely, but the same vegetables may be coloured differently to produce a variety of altogether new kinds of flowers. A green rose, a blue marigold or a red jasmineflowers simply non-existent in nature are within reach! For petals carved out from vegetables may be dyed any colour or combination of colours according to one's whim and fancy. As a creative art, flower creations out of vegetables has few equals.This art is also not without its utilitarian value. To the houseproud entertainer, it gives a unique method of beautifying the dining table. Children are greatly excited by the ample opportunity to discover for themselves new kinds of flowers and other articles of a decorative nature. For the professional cook, fruit and vegetable carving, with its unlimited scope for novelty and display, will help secure laurels and greater glory and reputation for his institution.The greatest value of the art of carving will be realised when flowers are scarce or out of season. On such occasions, vegetables are a veritable godsend. They are also excellent substitutes, better ones at that, for while the natural flower has to be thrown away after use, those made from vegetables may be eaten after they have been served as a feast for the eyes.In the following pages will be found plenty of helpful hints and advice for those interested in this art or anxious to cultivate an interest in it. To the beginner especially, this book is a must; the professional, I am sure, will find it stimulating. I therefore recommend this unhesitatingly and with great pleasure to one and all.