Discover the culinary journey and groundbreaking love story of two iconic television chefs in 'Hudson & Halls: The Food of Love'. This captivating book chronicles the lives of Peter Hudson and David Halls, who became symbols of change during the 1970s and 80s by breaking societal taboos surrounding homosexuality. Through their lively on-screen antics, they transformed the culinary landscape, introducing a vibrant mix of Pacific and Asian cuisines that moved beyond traditional cooking norms. Their spontaneous charm and genuine camaraderie not only entertained but also resonated with a diverse audience, making them pioneers of modern celebrity cooking shows. Meticulously researched by New York Times bestselling author Joanne Drayton, this 304-page paperback offers insights into the profound love and unbreakable bond between Hudson and Halls as they navigated life’s challenges, including Hudson’s battle with prostate cancer. Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or a fan of inspirational stories, this book is a must-have addition to your collection. Relive the magic of Hudson & Halls and explore the food of love today! | Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm | Publisher: Otago University Press | Publication Date: 19-10-2018. We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 304
Bind: paperback
Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 19-10-2018

Hudson & Halls: The food of love is more than just a love story, though a love story it certainly is. It is a tale of two television chefs who helped change the bedrock bad attitudes of a nation in the 1970s and 80s to that unspoken thing – homosexuality. Peter Hudson and David Halls became reluctant role models for a ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ generation of gay men and women who lived by omission. They were also captains of a culinary revolution that saw the overthrow of Aunty Daisy and Betty Crocker and the beginnings of Pacific-rich, Asian-styled international cuisine. Their drinking, bitching and bickering on screen, their spontaneous unchoreographed movements across the stage that left cameras and startled production staff exposed broke taboos and melted formalities. They captivated an unlikely bunch of viewers, from middle-aged matrons to bush-shirted blokes. Hudson and Halls were pioneers of celebrity television as we know it today: the naughty, not-quite-normal boys next door who rocketed to stardom on untrained talent and a dream. When Peter Hudson became seriously ill with prostate cancer, David Halls was inconsolable. What remained unchanged through it all was their abiding love for each other. In this riveting, fast-paced and meticulously researched book, New York Times bestselling author Joanne Drayton celebrates the legacy of the unforgettable Hudson and Halls.

We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.