PRACTICAL FOOD SMOKING: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE. By Kate Walker.

(1995) 2009 reprint. 8vo paperback (145 x 230mm). Pp125. B/w photographs, illustrations and diagrams.

"The revival and continuing interest in forgotten rural culinary practices have resulted in an increasing demand from consumers for wholesome produce as free from additives as possible. An upsurge in the craft and practice of food smoking has been testament to this. Kate Walker, a professional food smoker, has laid out a comprehensive guide which has enabled enthusiasts to learn not only how to start smoking at home, but also the ground rules and guidelines in starting up a commercial food-smoking business." Chapters include: A brief history of food smoking; What is food smoking?; Selection of raw materials; Brining; Smoke ovens and other equipment; Smoking techniques; Setting up a business; Finance; Identifying the market; Hygiene and environmental matters; Packaging and labelling; Do's and dont's; E numbers; Useful addresses and points of contact. Well worth a read.