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The Lamington enigma : a survey of the evidence

This book came about from a challenge by Toowoomba journalist and publicist, Ally Martell, to assess evidence of the origin of the lamington. Was the lamington first made in Toowoomba? Was it Ipswich? Elsewhere?
Print Book, English, 2013
Tabletop Publishing, Toowoomba, Qld., 2013
History
1 volume
9780987432209, 0987432206
824821236
Introduction : snowballs, the Lamingtons, and afternoon teas
Pt. A. The iconic lamington
Possible precursors
The first recipes : columns, cookery books, and competitions
The lamington in Toowoomba
Afternoon teas
Towards national status
Pt. B. Place and person
The minor claims
The case for Brisbane's Old Government House and Monsieur Galland
The case for Brisbane's Technical College and Amy Schauer
The case for Toowoomba's Harlaxton House and Fanny Young
Conclusion : A summary judgement, an alternative scenario, and 'the cleverness of the whole number'
Epilogue : Lord Lamington and Waltzing Matilda