bell book

noun, Nautical.

a book in which all orders affecting the main engines of a ship are recorded.

Origin of bell book

so called from the special use of bells on a ship

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This recipe centers on the ingredients to make it special, which is similar to the food philosophy at bell book & Candle.

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bell book & Candle opened in December 2010 in a landmarked building in NYC's West Village.

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