The Fake Food Cookbook, Volume 2: Prop Foods You Can Eat for Theatre, Film, and TV (1)

By: Karestin Harrison and Tamara L. Honesty

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Synopsis: The Fake Food Cookbook Volume 2: Prop Foods You Can Eat for Theatre, Film, and TV provides step-bystep instructions to create realistic edible prop food. Developed by props artisans worldwide, these recipes ensure edible prop food for theatre, opera, film, and TV productions and showcase a variety of price points and skill. From appetizers, such as caviar and oysters, and entrées, such as lobster and trout filets, to desserts, breakfasts, and a plethora of beverages, every meal is covered in this how-to guide. Full-color images of the process and finished products illustrate each recipe. Proper food handling and food allergen awareness are the foundation of each recipe, to ensure safe productions and use of edible prop foods. The appendices include comprehensive lists of plays that feature edible food props and a detailed guide to hidden food allergens.The Fake Food Cookbook Volume 2 is a valuable resource for anyone involved in creating edible props for the stage or set, including students looking to master the art of realistic food creation, educators, and experienced props artisans seeking new tips.