Good Taste

In 1932, during the Great Depression, Stella Douglas is tasked with writing a history of food in England that will remind English housewives of the old ways and English men of the glory of their country. However, much of English food is from elsewhere, so Stella sets out to unearth recipes from all corners of the country in the hope of finding a hidden culinary gem. She heads off to speak to the nation's housewives, but when her car breaks down, she is led in a different direction by the charismatic Freddie. Good Taste is a story of discovery, English nostalgia, change, and challenge, and one woman's desire to make her own way as a modern woman.

Format: Hardback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

England, 1932, is in the grip of the Great Depression, and Stella Douglas is tasked with writing a history of food in England to lift the spirits of the nation. The only problem is that much of English food is from elsewhere. Stella sets out to unearth recipes from all corners of the country, hoping to find a hidden culinary gem. However, what she discovers is rissoles, gravy, stewed prunes, and lots of oatcakes.

Longing for something more thrilling, Stella heads off to speak to the nation's housewives. But when her car breaks down and the dashing and charismatic Freddie springs to her rescue, she is led in a very different direction. Good Taste is a story of discovery, English nostalgia, change, and challenge, and one woman's desire to make her own way as a modern woman.

Praise for Good Taste: "A delicious treat of a book! The book sings with gorgeous period details that take the reader into 1930s England, and stir a sense of nostalgia. Lively, poignant, witty, and beautifully written, and all driven by a wonderful character in Stella Douglas, I couldn't stop turning the pages." - Hazel Gaynor "A fascinating, immersive, and delicious treat of a book. Heat (book of the week)" "Evocatively written and laugh-out-loud funny, it's guaranteed to make you smile. Womans Weekly" "Beautifully written, this sparkling novel is packed with wit and warmth. S Magazine" "Scott has done an amazing job of drawing on real-life experiences to create a novel that is both heartwarming and hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed it." - Goodreads reviewer "A delightful and charming read. Caroline Scott has a way of writing that makes you feel like you're right there in 1930s England, experiencing all the sights, sounds, and smells of the era. Her characters are well-developed and relatable, and the story is full of humor and heart. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves historical fiction or just a good story." - Amazon reviewer "This book is a delightful read. It's a story of friendship, love, and food, set in the backdrop of 1930s England. Stella Douglas is a relatable and charming protagonist, and the descriptions of the food she cooks and eats are mouth-watering. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who loves historical fiction or just a good story." - Goodreads reviewer

Weight: 602g
Dimension: 161 x 244 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398508217