From the food of fairground stalls to the traditions of Eliza Acton and Fannie Farmer and Alexis Soyer, this book celebrates the styles of the 19th century and offers a range of new ideas for entertaining. These authentic recipes from popular cookery writers of the day have been adapted for the modern cook. Michelle Berriedale-Johnson is a historian, cook and broadcaster who runs her own catering company, laying on dinner parties and celebrations in the Victorian style.