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American Regional Cuisines: Food Culture and Cooking

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This is a wonderful book for anyone interesting in going beyond the basics and really understanding the underpinnings of regional cuisines. Not only are the tantalizing recipes presented in a simple, concise manner, but the information offered about the ingredients, the culture behind the recipes and wonderful photographs will appeal to a wide range of those who love to cook. This book is fast becoming one of my standard references in the kitchen - a real inspiration to the practiced chef or the culinary novice.

This book has been very carefully produced. The recipes are written with much detail, clear hints, and color coded information. The photographs are wonderful. One gets a very good idea of how the prepared dish will look. This book is aimed at chefs and those learning to cook in culinary schools. However, anyone with an interest in delicious flavors and easy to follow recipes will enjoy having this book ready to browse in the kitchen. The historical paragraphs and maps give just enough information about the origins of many of the cooking styles.

This is a fascinating, detailed, and incredibly informative look at America's regional cuisine. The recipes are clear and tested. I can't wait to try my hand at them!

This important culinary reference book is a valuable addition to anyones cookbook library. The photographs are inspiring - the cultural history illuminating and the recipes clear and doable. And this review is coming from an amateur cook. Kudos to the authors.

Although this book is the size and style of a text book it is very interesting and useful for the interested cook. It's packed full of history and interesting stories about the development of America. The recipes are easy to follow with great results.
This book is a needed addition to any cookbook collection.