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Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise

Paperback • 2006 • English

Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise

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About the book

A new installment in the Gourmet editor-in-chief's series of memoirs recounts her visits to some of the world's most acclaimed restaurants, both as herself and as an anonymous diner in disguise, to offer insight into how her dining experiences changed according to her character and whether or not she was recognized. By the author of Comfort Me with Apples. Reprint.

Book details

ISBN

9780143036616

Publisher

PENGUIN BOOKS

Published year

2006

Language

English

Original title

Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise

Format

Paperback

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