There are other places to go for flowery food writing.
Orwell's food writing is less well known, but several of his books and essays reveal a keen interest in the subject.
BUT what about the 20 years between law school and food writing?
Despite everyone's disapproval and her own misgivings, she took the job, believing that food writing can be important if done right.
The magazine also provided a home for literate, thoughtful food writing.
In an uncommonly good year for American food writing, this is a book that stands out.
This created the opportunity to further develop the culinary workshops in Italy and devote more time to food writing.
As a term, "food writing" is a relatively new descriptor.
The fact is that her books and approach are important in how food writing has got to 'now'.
Severson has won four James Beard awards for food writing.