Is there anything better, for instance, than a genuine Turkish pilaf?
The Poles and Spaniards, too, have some notable culinary creations. And
if I were able to carry out my ideas on this point I would certainly
add to my list of dishes a few of those strange Oriental confections
which Mr. Keith has successfully taught his Italian chef. There is
suggestion about them; they conjure up visions of that rich and glowing
East which I would give many years of my remaining life to see."
"Then why not do what I have proposed several times already?" queried
the millionaire. "I am in the East every winter; we reckon this year to
reach Bangkok the first fortnight in November. We can find room for you
on board. We'll make room! Your company would give me more pleasure
than I can say."
Count Caloveglia was probably the only male person on earth to whom the
owner of the FLUTTERBY would have extended such an invitation.
"My dear friend!" replied the other. "I shall never be able to repay
your kindness, as it is.
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