First published 2020
Marcus Samuelsson opens his exploration of Black cooking by confronting the narrow view that reduces this rich tradition to just "soul food." The celebrated chef, author, and television personality takes readers on his personal culinary journey while presenting 150 recipes that honor top chefs, writers, and activists. Samuelsson fights against bias in the food world and works to reclaim Black culinary heritage. He traces flavors from the African continent to the Caribbean and across the United States, showing how Black cooking extends far beyond regional boundaries. The book energizes a new generation of cooks through stories that explore creativity and influence. Samuelsson gathers food, culture, and history into a comprehensive celebration that reveals the diverse richness of contemporary Black cooking traditions.
Genres: african-american, non-fiction, cooking, 21st-century, food, food-writing, culinary, food-history
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: cultural-exploration, personal-journey
Period: 21st-Century
336 pages · Hardcover · Voracious