Caterer Collection

Decapitating a turtle at a Paris restaurant, from "Paris Herself Again" by George Augustus Sala
6428071 Decapitating a turtle at a Paris restaurant, from "Paris Herself Again" by George Augustus Sala, published 1882 (print); (add.info)

The Kitchen of the Rotisserie des Deux Paons, c.1875-81 (oil on wood panel)
XOS5874515 The Kitchen of the Rotisserie des Deux Paons, c.1875-81 (oil on wood panel) by Monticelli, Adolphe Joseph Thomas (1824-86); 44.3x61.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Tasting (colour litho)
8635362 Tasting (colour litho) by Holden, Albert William (1848-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tasting. Illustration from Pears' Annual, 1897.); © Look and Learn.

Restaurant customer impatient for his meal (chromolitho)
8677804 Restaurant customer impatient for his meal (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Restaurant customer impatient for his meal)

Ship's cook, 19th century (coloured lithograph)
7341791 Ship's cook, 19th century (coloured lithograph) by Symons, William Christian (1845-1911); 28.7x21.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: W)

Customer anticipating a free lunch in a restaurant (chromolitho)
8677772 Customer anticipating a free lunch in a restaurant (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Customer anticipating a free lunch in a restaurant)

Chef and restaurant customer (chromolitho)
8677796 Chef and restaurant customer (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chef and restaurant customer: if you pay today, tomorrow you eat for free)

Naval Scenes - or sketches afloat - No 3. Cooking', 1831 (coloured etching)
7341768 Naval Scenes - or sketches afloat - No 3. Cooking', 1831 (coloured etching) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 34.2x23.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Cook's mate, 19th century (pen, ink)
7341823 Cook's mate, 19th century (pen, ink) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 25.2x18.9 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Thomas Rowlandson Depicts clothing)

Charles Monselet, French writer and journalist (b/w photo)
8656469 Charles Monselet, French writer and journalist (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Monselet (1825-1888), French writer and journalist

Alexis Soyer, French chef, inventor and writer (engraving)
8676483 Alexis Soyer, French chef, inventor and writer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexis Soyer (1810-1858), French chef, inventor and writer

Energy. Electric oven. c.1900 (chromo)
2636207 Energy. Electric oven. c.1900 (chromo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sciences. Energy. Electric oven. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI.

Savouries and sauces for sixpence (b/w photo)
8647457 Savouries and sauces for sixpence (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Savouries and sauces for sixpence)

Customer trying to leave a restaurant without paying (chromolitho)
8677774 Customer trying to leave a restaurant without paying (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Customer deciding not to go into his regular restaurant (chromolitho)
8677771 Customer deciding not to go into his regular restaurant (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Restaurant customer toasting the chef (chromolitho)
8677762 Restaurant customer toasting the chef (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Restaurant customer toasting the chef)

Advertising card for Heinz foods (chromolitho)
8677730 Advertising card for Heinz foods (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising card for Heinz foods.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection.

Cook, 1799 (coloured etching)
7341804 Cook, 1799 (coloured etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 26.6x21 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Thomas Rowlandson Number four in a series)

The kitchen of the pilgrim camp in Nazareth. Anonymous, The Pilgrim, 10/6/1882 (print)
7338374 The kitchen of the pilgrim camp in Nazareth. Anonymous, The Pilgrim, 10/6/1882 (print) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo © Caricadoc

Penitence Pilgrimage to the Holy Places from 25 April to 8 June 1882 (engraving)
7338403 Penitence Pilgrimage to the Holy Places from 25 April to 8 June 1882 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Cooking And Cellar Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308492 The Cooking And Cellar Fool, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper) by Stettler, Wilhelm (1643-1708); 11.5x10.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Cafe Riche new kitchens, 1866 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT242810 The Cafe Riche new kitchens, 1866 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Christmas tradition in England is stronger than the crisis (colour litho)
2778113 The Christmas tradition in England is stronger than the crisis (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Three cheerful young ladies from Los Angeles, California, wanted to show originality and daring... (colour litho)
2778093 Three cheerful young ladies from Los Angeles, California, wanted to show originality and daring... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The return to the cheerful local traditions (Colour Litho)
2808994 The return to the cheerful local traditions (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The return to the cheerful local traditions)

A mayor writing a notice (colour litho)
3656812 A mayor writing a notice (colour litho) by Lavrate, Edmond (1829-1888); Private Collection; (add.info.: A mayor writing a notice)

Among the polenta celebrations that also this year took place in various parts of Italy... (colour litho)
2783568 Among the polenta celebrations that also this year took place in various parts of Italy... (colour litho) by Beltrame

A nice folk festival (colour litho)
2783675 A nice folk festival (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A nice folk festival)

A Pantagruelic Americanata (Colour Litho)
2778080 A Pantagruelic Americanata (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A pantagruelic American girl)

Vera McKecknie specialist cake maker. December 1956 A286-004

Vera McKecknie specialist cake maker. December 1956 A286-002

Cutting Wedding Cake
A caterer in gloves explains how long in took to make their wedding cake as the newlyweds slice into the bottom tier! Date: 1960s

Joseph Lyons / Vfair 1910
Sir JOSEPH LYONS Caterer Date: 1848 - 1917

Source Size = 3802 x 5114
THE CHANNEL SQUADRON AT PORTLAND: A SHAM FIGHT: 1. Ten minutes to go up, ten seconds to come down!; 2. " Keep down! Keep covered, men

The Kitchen Maid with Provisions, 1739 (oil on canvas)
XIR89746 The Kitchen Maid with Provisions, 1739 (oil on canvas) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); 47x38 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Sir Joseph Lyons, caterer, Chairman of J Lyons & Co
Sir Joseph Lyons (1847-1917), caterer, Chairman of J Lyons & Co from 1887 until the year he died. He was knighted in 1911

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"Caterer: A Culinary Journey Through Time and Tradition" Step into the world of a caterer, where history, culture, and delicious food intertwine. From cutting wedding cakes to serving up mouthwatering dishes in the kitchen of a pilgrim camp in Nazareth, these hints offer glimpses into the diverse experiences of a caterer. Travel back to 1882 with an anonymous pilgrim's account, as they describe the bustling kitchen at the holy site. Engravings from the Penitence Pilgrimage capture the spirit of devotion and culinary delights shared during this sacred journey. Delve deeper into history with "The Cooking And Cellar Fool, " a captivating brush and Indian ink artwork from 1660-86. This piece showcases not only culinary skills but also highlights the importance of proper storage for ingredients. Intrigue awaits at Milan's Notarbartolo Trial, where witnesses were treated to risotto amidst colorful lithographs depicting this unique event. Witness how food becomes intertwined with legal proceedings. Experience cool sophistication through vibrant lithographs showcasing Cafe Riche's new kitchens in 1866. Immerse yourself in their innovative approach to catering while appreciating their attention to detail captured by black-and-white photographs. Discover how Christmas traditions endure even during times of crisis through heartwarming color lithographs that depict festive feasts shared among loved ones across England. Venture across continents as three young ladies from Los Angeles seek originality and daring flavors in their catering endeavors. Their story unfolds through vivid color lithographs that showcase their creativity and zest for culinary exploration. Embrace local traditions as communities come together around polenta celebrations throughout Italy. These lively events are beautifully depicted through vibrant color lithographs that capture both joyous moments and delectable dishes shared amongst friends and family. Witness a mayor diligently writing notices while surrounded by tantalizing aromas emanating from his kitchen—a charming scene brought to life through a captivating color lithograph.