Book Launch - A Passion for Asparagus
Added: (Wed May 02 2007)
Pressbox (Press Release) -
A Passion for Asparagus will be available May 15th in Evesham, Worcestershire, famed for English asparagus. The book, written by local author Chris Sheehan, will be officially launched at the Vale of Evesham Asparagus Festival on Monday 28th May 2007 at the Fleece Inn, Bretforton, Worcestershire � for more information on the festival, please contact Nigel Smith, Fleece Inn +44 (0)1386 831173.
The book is dedicated to all those who share a passion for local, seasonal produce. It contains fascinating chapters on the history of asparagus, its cultivation, the folklore surrounding this special vegetable as well as quotes, a section on asparagus� properties and selected recipes, both submitted from British restaurants and from around the world.
A Passion for Asparagus brings together in one place all the fascinating stories from growers and restaurateurs, is a wealth of interesting anecdotes and is aimed both at the asparagus aficionado and those who have been intimated about preparing and cooking this delicious vegetable.
The book, priced �7.99, will be available from the author�s web site (www.eveshamasparagus.co.uk) as well as local farm shops, hotels, pubs and tourism outlets. It will also be available at the asparagus festival at a special price.
A Passion for Asparagus is an independently produced book (100 pages). The author, Chris Sheehan, lives in Evesham and is a keen cook, enjoying shopping in the local markets and farm shops.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Advance review copies available � please email info@eveshamasparagus.co.uk
Promotional copies for relevant competitions available.
Please contact the author for selling opportunities and sales outlets
Press Officer info@eveshamasparagus.co.uk