SC - Ambergris?

[LrdRas at aol.com]

In a message dated 4/24/99 8:13:54 AM Eastern Daylight Time, 
meliora at macquarie.matra.com.au writes:

<< Now I know that ambergris comes from a whale and is therefore not
 readily available - but what is its function in these recipes and what
 do you guys use as a substitute?
 
 Thanks and regards
 
 Meliora >>

Often ambergris is found washed up on beaches and is still  an item of trade, 
SFAIK, albeit as you say, rare. It imparts a wonderful perfumy, musky like 
odor and subtle flavor when used in cookery.

Ras
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