Menu Design in America

A delicious look at American dining through the decades, this collection brings together nearly 800 restaurant menus from the mid-19th century through the 1980s. From elaborate illustrations and playful typography to wonderfully nostalgic mid-century graphics, the pages trace not only what Americans ate, but how restaurants tempted us to order it. Part culinary history, part graphic design archive, it’s a fascinating—and incredibly fun—look at the changing tastes, styles, and dining rituals of more than a century. Hardcover, 9.8 x 12.4 in., 6.95 lb, 392 pages