09 July 2009

What is it 'bout the Brussels Sprout ?


‘The Brussels Sprout Testimonial’ isbn 1-894897-09-9

“Sing and shout and dance about,
there's magic in the Brussels sprout,
boiled up and served in butter,
baked into a pie,

I love to eat the Brussels sprout,
to go without would make me cry.

Have faith and never ever doubt,
there's magic in the Brussels sprout,
in cheese sauce or in minestrone,
I will stand and Testify,
I love to eat the Brussels sprout,
to go without I'd rather die!” *

This Sterling Silver Brussels Sprout is given out as an award every year by my excellent friend Barbara-Jo. It is to honor and celebrate excellent cuisine and literature, and is given to the chef who makes the best cookbook. Since this award began in 2007, it has been given to:
Jennifer McLagan,‘ Fat: An Appreciation of a Misunderstood Ingredient, With Recipes ’
John Bishop, ‘ Simply Bishop’s ’
Vikram Vij, ‘Vij’s: ‘ Elegant and Inspired Indian Cuisine ’

photo credit: Jennifer McLagan

*-rhyme available in ‘Brussels Sprouts & Unicorns- library edition’