"With a focus on the iconic regional dishes that define American cuisine, the cookbook is chock-full of recipes, observations from chefs, and essays about unique local ingredients and traditions."
"The book is organized geographically, with eight chapters covering different regions of the United States, including Alaska, Hawai'i, and Puerto Rico, each written by an experienced local food writer well-versed in the nuances of their area of the country."
"In essays and interviews, Eater explores the evolution of these microcuisines, from the Indigenous roots of Southwestern fare to the Korean, Mexican, and Filipino touches that play a role in Californian and Pacific Northwest cuisine."
Eaterland: Recipes and Stories From Across the United States is a comprehensive cookbook celebrating hyper-regional American dishes that define local food cultures. Organized geographically into eight chapters covering regions including Alaska, Hawai'i, and Puerto Rico, each section is written by experienced local food writers. The cookbook features recipes from small, community-integral restaurants alongside quotes and stories from renowned chefs like Kwame Onwuachi and Dean Fearing. Essays and interviews explore the evolution of regional cuisines, tracing influences from Indigenous roots to immigrant communities. The book enables readers to recreate beloved regional flavors at home, from Texas Frito pie to Hawaiian loco moco, while understanding the cultural significance and traditions behind each dish.
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