""Major Joseph Tilden was in his time one of the most famous Bohemians
and epicureans of the Pacific Coast. Ever since his death his many
friends have been trying to learn the culinary secrets which made a
repast of his devising so delicious. He had given his recipes to but
few, and those few his most intimate friends and fellow spirits. One of
the most favored of his old companions has given this complete
collection of his recipes for publication."" --Introductory Note.