Magic Wok has received mixed reviews from customers. While some people praise the restaurant for its delicious food and excellent service, others have expressed disappointment with their experience. One positive aspect that is often mentioned in Magic Wok reviews is the taste of the food. Many customers have complimented the restaurant for its flavorful dishes and the quality of ingredients used. Some have even described their dining experience at Magic Wok as a culinary delight. Another aspect that is frequently highlighted in reviews is the friendly and attentive staff.
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Very Good condition Softcover includes numerous b/w illustrations with Recipes and Index, 64 pages. The exception to condition is shelf worn wrappers. The text is clean and binding tight, sealed in an archival bag.
While this work can be thought of as an etiquette book and certainly contains some of that it covers many - indeed most - of the areas of life important to the middle-class woman of the Victorian age. ___CONDITION Fine overall, the leather boards clean and without noticeable wear, the gilt bright and unrubbed on both boards, gently bumped corners without rubbing, a strong, square text block with solid hinges, the interior is mostly clean and bright with a few scattered smudges , and entirely free of prior owner markings; some light wear to the spine, else fine.
Another aspect that is frequently highlighted in reviews is the friendly and attentive staff. Several customers have commended the restaurant for its excellent service and the helpfulness of the waitstaff. They have mentioned that the staff is knowledgeable about the menu and provides recommendations based on personal preferences.
The Hearthstone; or, Life at Home. A Household Manual. Together With A Complete Cookery Book
Laura Carter Holloway (1843 (some sources cite 1848)-1930) was a prolific author; upon publication of her first book in 1870, "The Ladies of the White House", she became independently wealthy. Her interests were varied, and included "theosophy, the Shakers, phrenology, the occult, vegetarianism and social reform." Through the vagaries of life, and after the death of her only son in 1914, she "entered a period of financial difficulties and depression. The last years of her life were marred by poverty and struggles over the manuscript of a book. " (n.b., info and quotes from the web site of the Brooklyn Library).
We find it interesting, from our perspective today, that a woman who was supporting herself as an author and with such interests as she, would write "The Hearthstone", seemingly focused on female domesticity. Upon reading the Preface, one realizes that her aim was to help provide a place of loving shelter for all those in need. Accordingly, she dedicates the book to "thousands of little children. to the lonely orphans. to the over-worked men and women, who are exiles to home blessings through poverty; to the aged ones who have outlived their kindred, and have no abiding place at any hearthstone. " (p. iii).
While this work can be thought of as an "etiquette book" (and certainly contains some of that) it covers many - indeed most - of the areas of life important to the middle-class woman of the Victorian age. Chapters include: "Home-Making and Home Management", "The Baby in the Home", "Up-Stairs, Down-Stairs, In My Lady's Chamber" (including "The servant question"), "Sports and Games for Ladies", "The Library in the Home", "Choice of Occupation", and many more. With eleven black-and-white illustrations (some full-page, others in-text) and six "house designs", as well as a "Cookery" section (comprised of approx. 170 pp.) which includes recipes for wine (Orange, Current, Elderberry, etc.) and an entire chapter on Coffee, it being "the most important thing for a breakfast".
A fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of middle-class, married women now almost 150 years ago. This the deluxe version; we have seen other copies bound in cloth but this, with the ornate gilt designs, is extremely striking. The first printing done in 1883, any copies of this book now scarce in the online marketplace; as of this writing we see only one other copy and a salesman's sample.
___DESCRIPTION: Bound in full morocco over boards, the front and back boards both heavily decorated in gilt with various vignettes and designs with debossed "frames", the title in gilt on the front within a circular "frame", spine with gilt lettering and decorations, all edges gilt, coated green endpapers, tissue-guarded steel-engraved frontispiece one of the eleven illustrations, this titled "The Hearth Stone"; octavo size (8 3/4" by 6 7/8"), pagination: [i-ii] iii-xix [1, blank] 25-582 (note: we cannot explain the jump in pagination: we compared this copy to a digital copy of the 1883 printing which exhibits the same jump in pagination).
___CONDITION: Fine overall, the leather boards clean and without noticeable wear, the gilt bright and unrubbed on both boards, gently bumped corners without rubbing, a strong, square text block with solid hinges, the interior is mostly clean and bright (with a few scattered smudges), and entirely free of prior owner markings; some light wear to the spine, else fine. Please note that we had a professional (name available upon request) strengthen the rear hinge and reinforce the tail cap, the binding now strong and sturdy.
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However, there are also negative reviews about Magic Wok. Some customers have complained about the long wait times for their food. According to these reviews, the restaurant can be understaffed during peak hours, resulting in delays in getting the orders prepared and served. This has been a point of frustration for some customers who expected a quick and efficient dining experience. Additionally, a few customers have expressed disappointment with the portion sizes at Magic Wok. They have stated that the serving sizes are smaller than expected, especially considering the price of the dishes. This has led to dissatisfaction among some customers who felt that they did not get good value for their money. In conclusion, Magic Wok has received a mix of positive and negative reviews. While many customers praise the restaurant for its delicious food and excellent service, others have expressed concerns about long wait times and small portion sizes. It is important to note that reviews can vary from person to person, and it is always advisable to try a restaurant for oneself to form an opinion..
Reviews for "Experience the magic of authentic Asian cuisine at the Magic Wok"
1. John Smith - 1 star
I recently visited Magic wok reviews and was thoroughly disappointed with my experience. The service was incredibly slow, and the staff seemed disinterested and unfriendly. The food was mediocre at best; I ordered the General Tso's Chicken and it lacked flavor and was overly greasy. The prices were also quite high for the quality of food that was served. Overall, I would not recommend dining at Magic wok reviews.
2. Emily Johnson - 2 stars
My visit to Magic wok reviews left much to be desired. The restaurant was cramped and noisy, making it difficult to have a conversation. The decor was outdated and gave off a dingy vibe. The menu had limited options compared to other Chinese restaurants in the area, and the food itself was average at best. The portion sizes were small, leaving me unsatisfied and still hungry after finishing my meal. I would not choose to dine at Magic wok reviews again.
3. Michael Brown - 1 star
I had high hopes for Magic wok reviews but was sorely disappointed. The food was lacking in taste and appeared to be reheated rather than freshly prepared. The dining area was unkempt and could have used a thorough cleaning. The prices were exorbitant for the quality of food received, and the portions were incredibly small. The overall experience was underwhelming, and I would not recommend anyone to visit Magic wok reviews. There are much better Chinese restaurants in the area.