This is the first edition of famous "Trader Vic's Book of Food & Drink", written by Victor "Trader Vic" Bergeron, published in 1946 by Doubleday.
It is a cornerstone of Tiki culture, helping to popularize exotic cocktails and Polynesian-style cuisine in post-WWII America.

Book Details
Author: Victor Bergeron, the founder of the world-famous Trader Vic's restaurant chain.
Content: It features over 1,500 recipes for food and drinks, including iconic rum-based cocktails like the Fog Cutter and the Zombie.
Illustrations: The book is famous for its charming visuals, including watercolors by Guy Huze and sketches by William Kay.
Foreword: It includes an introduction by the noted writer and socialite Lucius Beebe.

Cultural Impact
Bergeron was a major figure in the "tropical" drink movement and famously claimed to have invented the Mai Tai in 1944. This book serves as a historical "time capsule" of the mid-century obsession with South Pacific island life, offering advice on hosting, party etiquette, and spirits.