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  • Caramelized Fig Syrup - The Local Palate Marketplace℠

    Liber & Co. Caramelized Fig Syrup

    Made in Austin, Texas, from a unique blend of California Black Mission and Calimyrna varieties, this Caramelized Fig Syrup from Liber & Co. is redolent of sugared dark fruit and subtle spice. Expect a deep, concentrated fig flavor that naturally complements barrel aged spirits like whiskey and rum. The ingredients include filtered water, fig concentrate, cane sugar, gum arabic, natural fig flavor, and benzoic acid.

  • Blood Orange Cordial - The Local Palate Marketplace℠

    Liber & Co. Blood Orange Cordial

    This Blood Orange Cordial captures the full flavor spectrum of ripe California blood oranges. Liber & Co. marries fresh blood orange juice with the fruit’s cold-pressed peel oils and natural acids. The result is a tart, juicy flavor that's punchy and complex—just like the blood orange itself. Made in Austin, Texas.

  • Liber & Co. | Fiery Ginger Syrup - The Local Palate Marketplace℠

    Liber & Co. Liber & Co. | Fiery Ginger Syrup

    Liber & Co.'s Fiery Ginger Syrup starts with whole ginger root, juiced fresh to capture the best possible flavor. Pure cane sugar balances the heat to create a bright and full-flavored syrup with a silky texture. This syrup's fiery flavor lends the perfect burn needed to enhance a wide variety of classic and novel cocktails. Top it off with club soda for a superior ginger beer. Made in Austin, Texas.

  • Texas Pepper Beef Jerky

    Pegasus Jerky Company Texas Pepper Beef Jerky

    Pegasus Beef Jerky is made in small batches and uses all natural ingredients that contain no trans fats or preservatives. Each piece is hand trimmed and marinaded to produce a tender slice of jerky that's full of flavor. 

  • Raspberry Gum Syrup - The Local Palate Marketplace℠

    Liber & Co. Raspberry Gum Syrup

    Made in Austin, Texas, Liber & Co.'s Raspberry Gum Syrup has an impeccable flavor, which results from the fruit being harvested after it has a chance to fully ripen on the vine. Within hours of being picked, the berries are cleaned, cooled, and crushed to retain their sweet, tart flavor. Liber & Co.'s goal with this Raspberry Gum Syrup is to maintain the quality of the raw produce while adding pure cane sugar and all-natural gum arabica for richness.

  • The Franklin Barbecue Collection [Special Edition, Two-Book Boxed Set]: Franklin Barbecue and Franklin Steak by Franklin, Aaron

    Marketplace Books The Franklin Barbecue Collection [Special Edition, Two-Book Boxed Set]: Franklin Barbecue and Franklin Steak

    Author: Aaron Franklin, Jordan MacKayFrom brisket to steak, here's everything you need to know about meat. This deluxe boxed set from the revered pitmaster and New York Times bestselling author behind Austin's Franklin Barbecue features exclusive paperback editions of his already iconic books: Franklin Barbecue and Franklin Steak. From America's foremost barbecue authority and bestselling author Aaron Franklin comes this collection of two essential books for anyone interested in cooking meat to perfection. Franklin and James Beard Award-winning coauthor Jordan Mackay unlock the secrets behind truly great barbecue and mind-blowing steak, sharing years' worth of hard-won knowledge. Franklin Barbecue This bestselling book is the definitive resource for the backyard pitmaster, with chapters dedicated to building or customizing your own smoker; finding and curing the right wood; creating and tending perfect fires; sourcing top-quality meat; and, of course, cooking mind-blowing, ridiculously delicious barbecue. Franklin Steak This indispensable guide is the be-all, end-all to cooking the perfect steak, buying top-notch beef, seasoning to perfection, and finding or building the ideal cooking vessel. For any meat lover, backyard grill master, or fan of Franklin's fun yet authoritative approach, this book is a must-have.About the AuthorAaron Franklin is one of the biggest, most recognized names in barbecue and the wider food world. His restaurant, Franklin Barbecue, has won every major barbecue award and has been in magazines ranging from GQ to Bon Appétit. The line to get into his Austin, Texas, hotspot is as long as ever, and the restaurant has sold out of brisket every day of its existence.Jordan Mackay is a James Beard Award-winning writer on wine, spirits, and food. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Wine and Spirits, Food & Wine, and Gourmet, among others. He has co-authored a number of cookbooks, including Secrets of the Sommeliers, a James Beard Award winner; Two in the Kitchen; Franklin Steak; and Franklin Barbecue, which spent twelve weeks on the New York Times bestseller list.

  • Magnolia Table, Volume 2: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering by Gaines, Joanna

    Marketplace Books Magnolia Table, Volume 2: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering

    Author: Joanna Gaines#1 New York Times BestsellerFollowing the launch of her #1 New York Times bestselling cookbook, Magnolia Table, and seeing her family's own sacred dishes being served at other families' tables across the country, Joanna Gaines gained a deeper commitment to the value of food being shared. This insight inspired Joanna to get back in the kitchen and start from scratch, pushing herself beyond her comfort zone to develop new recipes for her family, and yours, to gather around. Magnolia Table, Volume 2 is filled with 145 new recipes from her own home that she shares with husband Chip and their five kids, and from the couple's restaurant, Magnolia Table; Silos Baking Co; and new coffee shop, Magnolia Press. From breakfast to dinner, plus breads, soups, and sides, Magnolia Table, Volume 2 gives readers abundant reasons to gather together. The book is beautifully photographed and filled with dishes you'll want to bring into your own home, including: Mushroom-Gruy re Quiche Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread Grilled Bruschetta Chicken Zucchini-Squash Strata Chicken-Pecan-Asparagus Casserole Stuffed Pork Loin Lemon-Lavender Tart Magnolia Press Chocolate Cake About the AuthorGaines, Joanna: - Joanna Gaines is the cofounder of Magnolia, a home and lifestyle brand based in Waco, Texas, which she started with her husband, Chip Gaines, in 2003. Authors of the New York Times bestseller The Magnolia Story, Chip and Joanna have been remodeling homes for nearly two decades. Joanna is also the author of the New York Times bestselling cookbook Magnolia Table and editor in chief of the Magnolia Journal, a lifestyle magazine offering inspiration for your life and home.

  • Magnolia Table: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering by Gaines, Joanna

    Marketplace Books Magnolia Table: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering

    Author: Joanna Gaines, Marah Stets#1 New York Times BestsellerMagnolia Table is infused with Joanna Gaines' warmth and passion for all things family, prepared and served straight from the heart of her home, with recipes inspired by dozens of Gaines family favorites and classic comfort selections from the couple's new Waco restaurant, Magnolia Table.Jo believes there's no better way to celebrate family and friendship than through the art of togetherness, celebrating tradition, and sharing a great meal. Magnolia Table includes 125 classic recipes--from breakfast, lunch, and dinner to small plates, snacks, and desserts--presenting a modern selection of American classics and personal family favorites. Complemented by her love for her garden, these dishes also incorporate homegrown, seasonal produce at the peak of its flavor. Inside Magnolia Table, you'll find recipes the whole family will enjoy, such as: Chicken Pot Pie Chocolate Chip Cookies Asparagus and Fontina Quiche Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon, Toasted Pecans, and Balsamic Reduction Peach Caprese Overnight French Toast White Cheddar Bisque Fried Chicken with Sticky Poppy Seed Jam Lemon Pie Mac and Cheese Full of personal stories and beautiful photos, Magnolia Table is an invitation to share a seat at the table with Joanna Gaines and her family.About the AuthorGaines, Joanna: - Joanna Gaines is the cofounder of Magnolia, a home and lifestyle brand based in Waco, Texas, which she started with her husband, Chip Gaines, in 2003. Authors of the New York Times bestseller The Magnolia Story, Chip and Joanna have been remodeling homes for nearly two decades. Joanna is also the author of the New York Times bestselling cookbook Magnolia Table and editor in chief of the Magnolia Journal, a lifestyle magazine offering inspiration for your life and home.

  • Y'All Eat Yet?: Welcome to the Pretty B*tchin' Kitchen

    Marketplace Books Y'All Eat Yet?: Welcome to the Pretty B*tchin' Kitchen

    Author: Miranda Lambert From country music sensation Miranda Lambert, comes a gorgeous cookbook sharing a wide array of tasty favorite recipes, straight outta Texas and collected from all the fabulous women who helped make Miranda who she is today. If you're going to have a Bitchin Kitchen, you're going to need a few things--plenty of room, plenty of good food for sharing, high spirits (in both senses) and all the friends and family you can fit. For Miranda Lambert, a good time means sharing a great meal with the women who helped raise her back in Texas--her mom and a colorful bunch of best friends who could raise the roof, come through in a pinch, celebrate, cry, and really, really cook. Miranda Lambert invites readers into this special circle of sisterhood with collection of recipes and stories. Y'all Eat Yet? is full of recipes for meals that fill your belly, and your soul, food meant to be shared, meant to be eaten with your fingers off of paper plates, or on your fanciest antique China. Some were handed down to Miranda from her mom and grandma, some come from the circle of cherished friends who helped raise her, and all of them are meant to be easy to prepare and shared with those you love. True to Miranda's personality, Y'all Eat Yet? is sassy and inviting. Whether she's cooking up omelets in her tricked-out Airstream to serve with Mimosas or laying out the Whiskey cupcakes next to Nonny's Banana pudding, Y'all Eat Yet? delivers food you want to make alongside charming stories that show just why Miranda Lambert is one of the most beloved artists in country music today.

  • Rio Red Grapefruit Cordial

    Liber & Co. Rio Red Grapefruit Cordial

    This Rio Red Grapefruit Cordial captures the full flavor spectrum of ripe Texas grapefruit. Liber & Co. marries fresh Rio Red grapefruit juice with the fruit’s cold-pressed peel oils and natural acids.The result? Zesty grapefruit bliss—and the key to a perfect Paloma!Made in Austin, Texas.

  • Fix Me a Plate: Traditional and New School Soul Food Recipes from Scotty Scott of Cook Drank Eat by Scott, Scotty

    Marketplace Books Fix Me a Plate: Traditional and New School Soul Food Recipes from Scotty Scott of Cook Drank Eat

    Author: Scotty ScottTake an Amazing Soul Food Journey With 60 Authentic, Unique and Indulgent Recipes Get ready to shake up your home cooking with the most soul-satisfying dishes you've ever encountered. From hilarious and beloved chef Scotty Scott comes a deep dive into the delicious world of soul food, showcasing traditional recipes as well as awe-inspiring remixes on the classics. Learn the history behind how these iconic dishes came to be so embedded in soulful southern culture, and follow along as Scotty tells the heartwarming, sometimes side-splitting stories of how they were interwoven into his family history and childhood. Start your morning off right with savory Southern Raised Biscuits with Spicy Sausage Cream Gravy or a big ol' hearty plate of Catfish and Grits. Next, put some meat on your bones with staples like succulent Short Rib Grillades or Sea Island Red Peas and Carolina Gold Rice Hoppin' John. Finally, dive into the Soul Remix with Scotty's out-of-this-world elevations of classic recipes, like Fried Oyster Collard Green Salad, Duck Fat Shrimp Etouffee or Chicken and Brown Butter Sweet Potato Waffles with Maple Bourbon Sauce. Capturing the very essence of family, history and hearty goodness, Fix Me A Plate delivers the best of down-home cooking with the funkiest of mouthwatering funky fusions. So dig right in, and you'll soon be creating crowd-pleasing meals that will have your friends and family asking, "Can you Fix Me a Plate?"About the AuthorScotty Scott is a personal chef and creator of the blog Cook, Drank, Eat. Growing up in a family of home cooks inspired his lifelong love of food, and his dedication to blending family and tradition with cooking. His work has been profiled in Fort Worth, 360 West Magazine, Delish and the Strive Podcast. Originally from Detroit, but with family roots in Savannah, Georgia, Scotty now lives in Fort Worth, Texas.

  • Wildsam Field Guides: Austin by Bruce, Taylor

    Marketplace Books Wildsam Field Guides: Austin

    Author: Taylor BruceWildsam Field Guides: Austin reveals the Texas city through local stories, travel intel and modern lore, seeking out the real and rooted things, what's truly authentic and sharing the soul of a place, for travelers and locals alike.The soul of Austin (and home of Wildsam), including: A map of the city's top barbecue joints The ultimate list of coffeeshops, hotels, and ideas for the weekend Interviews with an architect, soul singer, chef and others Where to find the top swimming holes Three decades of Death Row final statements The best places for queso, mezcal, late night eats and more

  • The Austin Cookbook: Recipes and Stories from Deep in the Heart of Texas by Forbes, Paula

    Marketplace Books The Austin Cookbook: Recipes and Stories from Deep in the Heart of Texas

    Author: Paula ForbesThe story of Austin food is equal parts deep Texan traditions and a booming food scene. It is this atmosphere that has fostered some of the hottest restaurants in the country, a lively food truck community, and a renaissance in the most Texan of foods: barbecue. Austin food is also tacos and Tex-Mex, old fashioned Southern cooking, and street food and fine dining, with influences from all over the globe. And above all, it's a source of intense pride and inspiration for chefs and diners alike. Organized by Austin's "major food groups"--like barbecue, tacos, and Tex-Mex--The Austin Cookbook explores the roots of Texas food traditions and the restaurants that are reinventing them, revealing the secrets to Bob Armstrong dip, Odd Duck's sweet potato nachos, East Side King's beet fries, and of course, smoked brisket that has people lining up to eat it--even in the Texas summer. Part cookbook, part souvenir, and 100 percent love letter, The Austin Cookbook is perfect for proud locals, visitors, and (t)ex-pats.About the AuthorPaula Forbes is a food and restaurant writer based in Austin, Texas. Forbes was the founding editor of Eater Austin, and is currently a regular contributor to GQ and Food52.

  • Austin Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home by Dk Eyewitness

    Marketplace Books Austin Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home

    Author: Dk EyewitnessExplore the live music capital of the world with this insider's guide to Austin.They say everything is bigger in Texas, and the state capital is no exception! With an endless bucket list of things to do, it can be hard to pick and choose. This Austin city guide will help you plan an unforgettable trip to this eclectic metropolis.Beyond the well-trodden sights, there's a secret side of the city -- and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This Austin travel guide includes: - Two-color, bold, modern design with contemporary illustrations throughout - Authors are true locals and have been picked for having their fingers on the pulse and their diverse tastes. Their suggestions and advice sit alongside quotes from Austin creatives, volunteers and business leaders to give the book a local feel - A narrative style throughout, making the local, personal voice central to every entry - Structured by six themes Eat, Drink, Shop, Art and Culture, Nightlife and Outdoors - Each entry includes its unique address so readers can pinpoint precisely where they are heading - Each theme ends with a tour spread, dedicated to a specific interest or experience. For example, a street art tour of Austin There is no place like Austin! The city is vibrant, full of energy and embraces an alternative lifestyle. Between the 300 outdoor parks, local art, music festivals, quirky neighborhoods and an endless list of restaurants and bars, there is always somewhere to go, something to do and something to taste! This guidebook is designed to help you make the most of your trip to Austin, an evolving city that successfully upholds its mantra to "Keep Austin Weird." Additional tidbits to expand your experience are peppered throughout this local guide to Austin. For example, local tips and recommendations from Austinites, hands-on experiences (cookery classes, craft sessions), and ideas for traveling solo, in a pair and in a crowd. It also includes tips on how to travel sensibly in a post-Covid world without compromising on experience. From New York and London to Paris and Tokyo, there are more places to discover with these niche local guides! Written by the people who call it home, the Like A Local series from DK takes you beyond the tourist track to experience the heart and soul of each city!

  • Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice: A Cocktail Recipe Book: Cocktails from Two Centuries of African American Cookbooks by Tipton-Martin, Toni

    Marketplace Books Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice: A Cocktail Recipe Book: Cocktails from Two Centuries of African American Cookbooks

    Author: Toni Tipton-MartinDiscover the fascinating history of Black mixology and its enduring influence on American cocktail culture through 70 rediscovered, modernized, or celebrated recipes, by the James Beard Award-winning author of Jubilee. Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice spotlights the creativity, hospitality, and excellence of Black drinking culture, with classic and modern recipes inspired by formulas found in two centuries' worth of Black cookbooks. From traditional tipples, such as the Absinthe Frappe or the Clover Leaf Cocktail, to new favorites, like the Jerk-Spiced Bloody Mary and the Gin and Juice 3.0, Toni Tipton-Martin shares a variety of recipes that shine a light on her influences, including underheralded early-twentieth-century icons, like Tom Bullock, Julian Anderson, and Atholene Peyton, and modern superstars, such as Snoop Dogg and T-Pain. Drawing on her expertise, research in historic cookbooks, and personal collection of texts and letters, Toni Tipton-Martin shows how these drinks have evolved over time and shares the stories of how Black mixology came to be--a culmination of generations of practice, skill, intelligence, and taste.About the AuthorToni Tipton-Martin is a culinary journalist, a community activist, the editor-in-chief of Cook's Country magazine, and the author of two James Beard Award-winning cookbooks, The Jemima Code and Jubilee. Her collection of more than three hundred African American cookbooks has been exhibited at the James Beard House, and she has twice been invited to participate in First Lady Michelle Obama's programs to raise a healthier generation of kids. She is a founding member of the Southern Foodways Alliance and Foodways Texas.

  • United Tastes of Texas: Authentic Recipes from All Corners of the Lone Star State by Dupuy, Jessica

    Marketplace Books United Tastes of Texas: Authentic Recipes from All Corners of the Lone Star State

    Author: Jessica DupuyThere are many things that are big in Texas: Wide open spaces, personalities, hair, but above all, there's flavor United Tastes of Texas is your geographical guide to Texas cuisine based on five distinct culinary regions: Central, Coastal, East, South, and West Texas; as well as the culinary influences brought by settlers from countries including Czechoslovakia, Germany, Mexico, and Spain. Each chapter starts with a brief history of the region, as well as plenty of interesting facts and bits of history including notes on cooking equipment, stories on local chefs and restaurants that have helped shape each of the regions, and pages of beautiful photography and imagery. But foremost is the food: 125 recipes featuring traditional and regional-specific dishes and cooking methods including Texan takes on Black-Eyed Peas, Skillet Cornbread, Shrimp Creole, Smoked Brisket, Smoked Tortilla Soup, and one of the most classically Texan dishes - Chicken Fried Steak, just to name a few. Whether you're a native Texan in need of recipe inspiration, a Texas ex-pat longing for a taste of home, or a culinary adventurer ready to explore the Lone Star State, United Tastes of Texas packs plenty of history, travel, and food into one bookAbout the AuthorJessica Dupuy is a fourth-generation Texan and a freelance writer with bylines in Texas Monthly, Texas Highways, Fodor's Travel, National Geographic Traveler, Imbibe, The Hollywood Reporter, and numerous Austin publications. She also was co-writer on Uchi: The Cookbook, in conjunction with James Beard Award winning Chef Tyson Cole and The Salt Lick Cookbook: A Story of Land, Family and Love on the iconic Texas barbecue restaurant. Her most recent cookbook collaboration was with Texas chef Jack Gilmore on Jack Allen's Kitchen: Celebrating the Tastes of Texas. She is a Certified Sommelier & Certified Specialist of Wine, member of Les Dames D'Escoffier of Austin, is on the advisory board for the Wine and Food Foundation of Texas, and is a lifelong Texan. Dupuy lives in Austin with her husband, her two Duck Tolling retrievers, her son Gus, and daughter Ashlyn.

  • Modern Cajun Cooking: 85 Farm-Fresh Recipes with Classic Flavors by Chatagnier, Leigh Ann

    Marketplace Books Modern Cajun Cooking: 85 Farm-Fresh Recipes with Classic Flavors

    Author: Leigh Ann ChatagnierBring the Big Easy home with these simply irresistible recipes from Shrimp and Creamy Gouda Grits to Tasso, Pear, and Brie Pizza, Jambalaya Pot Pies for Two, and Spicy Crawfish Boil Soup You don't have to live down south to enjoy some of your favorite Louisiana and New Orleans-inspired delicacies This is a cookbook that draws inspiration from classic recipes down in the bayou and transforms them into modern-day dishes for all to enjoy. With a touch of nostalgia and using fresh ingredients that can be found anywhere, all are easy enough for anyone to make at home. Whether you're a beginner in the kitchen or an old pro, you will love whipping up new takes on tradition. Divided into fun, modern chapters such as Everyday Dish, Small Bites, Date Night, and Happy Hour, recipes include: Shrimp touff e stuffed potatoes Crawfish butternut squash mac n' cheese Fried green tomato BLTs with caramelized onion remoulade Smoky bacon and crawfish flatbread Chicken and andouille sausage gumbo with fried okra dippers Muffuletta sliders Pecan praline cinnamon rolls Mango bourbon smash So many more A fusion of deconstructed Cajun ingredients and traditional flavors, Modern Cajun Cooking is a necessity for any season. Gather everyone around the table and celebrate food, life, and love with a fresh and unexpected home-cooked meal.About the AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier is the founder of food & lifestyle blog My Diary of Us and author of Natural Baby & Toddler Treats: Homemade, Nourishing Recipes for Baby and Beyond. Cooking has always been a part of her life, and she has always enjoyed creating recipes around fresh, not processed, foods. When her son was born, she knew she wanted to start him off on this healthy path as soon as possible! Leigh Ann lives with her husband and son in Houston, Texas.

  • Julep: Southern Cocktails Refashioned [A Recipe Book] by Huerta, Alba

    Marketplace Books Julep: Southern Cocktails Refashioned [A Recipe Book]

    Author: Alba Huerta, Marah StetsA tribute to the spirits and drinking traditions of the South through a leading barwoman's glass, with 80 recipes and photos. IACP AWARD WINNER Craft cocktail maven Alba Huerta succinctly tells the story of drinking in the South through themes such as Trading with the Enemy, the Rural South, the Drinking Society, the Saltwater South, and others that anchor the menu at her destination bar, Julep. With historical overviews, 15 bar snack recipes, and 65 bespoke cocktail recipes, ranging from the iconic Mint Julep (and variations such as Rye Julep and Sparkling Julep) to modern inventions like the Snakebit Sprout, Liquid Currency, and Hot July, Huerta recounts the tales and traditions that define drinking culture in the American South today. Approximately 80 evocative cocktail and location photographs convey the romance and style that distinguish Julep and serve to inspire beverage enthusiasts to relive Southern history via the bar cart.About the AuthorALBA HUERTA is the owner of Julep and co-owner of The Pastry War, both nationally recognized craft cocktail bars in Houston. Huerta was named bartender of the year by Imbibe! in 2013 and one of the top ten mixologists by Food & Wine and best bartender in Texas by Texas Monthly in 2015. Bon Appetit selected Julep as one of the best new U.S. bars in 2015. Huerta serves on the board of the Southern Foodways Alliance, is a two-time James Beard Award semifinalist, and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times, among other publications.

  • Cooking in Marfa: Welcome, We've Been Expecting You by Lebermann, Virginia

    Marketplace Books Cooking in Marfa: Welcome, We've Been Expecting You

    Author: Virginia Lebermann, Rocky BarnetteA treasure trove of essays, recipes, and images exploring the people and food of Marfa and its premier restaurant, The CapriCooking in Marfa introduces an unusual small town in the West Texas desert and, within it, a fine-dining oasis in a most unlikely place. The Capri excels at serving the spectrum of guests that Marfa draws, from locals and ranchers to artists, museum-board members, and discerning tourists. Featuring more than 80 recipes inspired by local products, this is the story of this unique community told through the lens of food, sharing the cuisine and characters that make The Capri a destination unto itself.About the AuthorVirginia Lebermann is from a family of ranchers who have been in Texas for more than 100 years. She co-founded the arts organization Ballroom Marfa, and co-owns the Thunderbird Hotel and The Capri.Rocky Barnette is the chef and co-owner of The Capri. He was raised in North Carolina, and worked at the three Michelin-starred Inn at Little Washington in Washington, Virginia, for almost a decade before relocating to Marfa.

  • Republic of Barbecue: Stories Beyond the Brisket by Engelhardt, Elizabeth S. D.

    Marketplace Books Republic of Barbecue: Stories Beyond the Brisket

    Author: Elizabeth S. D. EngelhardtIt's no overstatement to say that the state of Texas is a republic of barbecue. Whether it's brisket, sausage, ribs, or chicken, barbecue feeds friends while they catch up, soothes tensions at political events, fuels community festivals, sustains workers of all classes, celebrates brides and grooms, and even supports churches. Recognizing just how central barbecue is to Texas's cultural life, Elizabeth Engelhardt and a team of eleven graduate students from the University of Texas at Austin set out to discover and describe what barbecue has meant to Texans ever since they first smoked a beef brisket. Republic of Barbecue presents a fascinating, multifaceted portrait of the world of barbecue in Central Texas. The authors look at everything from legendary barbecue joints in places such as Taylor and Lockhart to feedlots, ultra-modern sausage factories, and sustainable forests growing hardwoods for barbecue pits. They talk to pit masters and proprietors, who share the secrets of barbecue in their own words. Like side dishes to the first-person stories, short essays by the authors explore a myriad of barbecue's themes--food history, manliness and meat, technology, nostalgia, civil rights, small-town Texas identity, barbecue's connection to music, favorite drinks such as Big Red, Dr. Pepper, Shiner Bock, and Lone Star beer--to mention only a few. An ode to Texas barbecue in films, a celebration of sports and barbecue, and a pie chart of the desserts that accompany brisket all find homes in the sidebars of the book, while photographic portraits of people and places bring readers face-to-face with the culture of barbecue.About the AuthorELIZABETH S. D. ENGELHARDTAustin, TexasElizabeth Engelhardt, Associate Professor of American Studies at the University of Texas at Austin, writes and studies food, gender, race, and class in the southern United States. She and eleven of her graduate st

  • The Homesick Texan's Family Table: Lone Star Cooking from My Kitchen to Yours [A Cookbook] by Fain, Lisa

    Marketplace Books The Homesick Texan's Family Table: Lone Star Cooking from My Kitchen to Yours [A Cookbook]

    Author: Lisa FainFrom beloved food blogger Lisa Fain, aka the Homesick Texan, comes this follow-up to her wildly popular debut cookbook, featuring more than 125 recipes for wonderfully comforting, ingredient-driven Lone Star classics that the whole family will love. Nobody knows and loves Texan food more than Lisa Fain. With The Homesick Texan's Family Table, Fain serves up more of the appealing, accessible, and downright delicious fare that has made her blog so popular. Featuring a mix of down-home standards and contemporary updates, all of the recipes are made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, yet still packed with real Texas flavor. With recipes ranging from Fried Eggs Smothered in Chili over Grits and Mexican Chocolate Pancakes to Brisket Tacos to Cochinita Pibil, The Homesick Texan's Family Table has something for everyone--whether you're in Dallas or Detroit, Houston or Honolulu.About the AuthorLISA FAIN is a seventh-generation Texan. When she's not on the hunt for chile peppers, she writes and photographs the popular food blog Homesick Texan. Lisa's writing has appeared in Saveur and Edible Austin; and on the blog Serious Eats, and her photographs have been exhibited worldwide, with two in the permanent collection of the Library of Congress. An active member of Foodways Texas and the Southern Foodways Alliance, Lisa is also a certified barbecue judge. Visit www.homesicktexan.com.

  • The Peached Tortilla: Modern Asian Comfort Food from Tokyo to Texas by Silverstein, Eric

    Marketplace Books The Peached Tortilla: Modern Asian Comfort Food from Tokyo to Texas

    Author: Eric SilversteinEric Silverstein, whose restaurant, The Peached Tortilla, was singled out by TheNew York Times as "One of the Five Places to Go in Austin," shares 100 recipes for delicious Asian street food . . . with a modern Southern and Southwestern twist Winner of the Gourmand Award in the Street Food category (US) and the People Cuisine category (US). "The recipes are outrageously good. I'm talking post-it-on-your-Instagram-stories good. I'm talking not-even-mad-that-the-noodles-took-two-hours good." --Austin Chronicle "This is a solid debut from an eclectic chef."--Publisher's Weekly " The] refreshingly gracious tone, the creative recipes, and the personal introductions combine to make this an outstanding book." --Foreword Reviews Eric Silverstein's background in Asian food culture as a child in Japan, and, later, his immersion in Southern and Southwestern cuisine, informs his cooking at his restaurant, The Peached Tortilla, in Austin, Texas. The 100 flavor-packed recipes here include many of The Peached Tortilla's most-beloved dishes, like the Banh Mi Taco, JapaJam Burger, and Bacon Jam Fries, which gained rabid fandom when Silverstein first served them out of his famed Austin-based food truck. Other crowd-pleasing favorites range from crispy Umami Fried Chicken and Korean Short Rib Pappardelle with Smoked Cr me Fra che to Asian Pear Miso Salad and Roasted Cauliflower with Nori Brown Butter. This is Asian fusion at its best, delivering soul-satisfying comfort food with a kickAbout the AuthorBorn in Tokyo, Eric Silverstein became immersed in Japanese food culture as a child. When his family moved to Atlanta, GA, he fell in love with Southern cooking. Silverstein eventually pursued a career in the food-truck industry, and has since been featured in TheNew York Times, People, Kiplinger's, Food & Wine, and Details, as well as on Live! With Kelly & Michael, Food Network, and The Cooking Channel. Silverstein opened his first brick-and-mortar restaurant, The Peached Tortilla, in Austin, TX, in 2014 (named by TheNew York Times as "One of the Five Places to Go in Austin"). In 2016, Silverstein opened Peached Social House, a one-of-a-kind event and catering space, and in 2018, he opened The Peached Tortilla's first fast-casual restaurant in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

  • Wildsam Field Guides: Texas by Bruce, Taylor

    Marketplace Books Wildsam Field Guides: Texas

    Author: Taylor BruceWildsam Field Guides: Texas takes travelers and locals alike deeper into the heart of the state through non-touristy road trips. Home to briny coastal byways and far west reaches, Bob Wills and Beyoncé, barbecue masters and Viet-Cajun innovators, the Lone Star State is vast, layered and fun to explore. This guide provides local recommendations for the ultimate Texas adventure.Experience what the Lone Star State has to offer, including: Dance halls of note Intel on the state's best brisket, chili, and kolaches A Round Top Antiques Fair primer An expert selection of retro inns, bohemian retreats and elegant lodgings An expert selection of retro inns, bohemian retreats and elegant lodgings JT Van Zandt on the Texas coast Scenic stopovers in the Hill Country Big Bend by horseback A history of Texas Monthly's Bum Steer Awards About the AuthorBruce, Taylor: - Taylor Bruce is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Wildsam Field Guides. He grew up on his family farm on the border of Georgia and Alabama. Taylor studied writing at Vanderbilt University, and, after, wrote freelance for magazines such as Men's Journal, Oxford American and National Geographic Adventure, among others. He took a full-time writer's post at Southern Living in 2007. After moving to New York and pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at Brooklyn College, Taylor launched Wildsam out of his 500-square foot apartment in 2012. The original Nashville guide caught the attention of national media and thoughtful travelers alike, and in 2015, National Geographic awarded Wildsam the Traveler 50 award. Taylor lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife, Robin, and two sons, Booker and Truett.

  • Down South: Bourbon, Pork, Gulf Shrimp & Second Helpings of Everything: A Cookbook by Link, Donald

    Marketplace Books Down South: Bourbon, Pork, Gulf Shrimp & Second Helpings of Everything: A Cookbook

    Author: Donald Link, Paula DisbroweThe James Beard Award-winning chef behind some of New Orleans's most beloved restaurants, including Cochon and Herbsaint, Donald Link unearths true down home Southern cooking in this cookbook featuring more than 100 reicpes. Link rejoices in the slow-cooked pork barbecue of Memphis, fresh seafood all along the Gulf coast, peas and shell beans from the farmlands in Mississippi and Alabama, Kentucky single barrel bourbon, and other regional standouts in 110 recipes and 100 color photographs. Along the way, he introduces all sorts of characters and places, including pitmaster Nick Pihakis of Jim 'N Nick's BBQ, Louisiana goat farmer Bill Ryal, beloved Southern writer Julia Reed, a true Tupelo honey apiary in Florida, and a Texas lamb ranch with a llama named Fritz. Join Link Down South, where tall tales are told, drinks are slung back, great food is made to be shared, and too many desserts, it turns out, is just the right amount.Award: IACP Crystal Whisk Award - WinnerAbout the AuthorDONALD LINK is the chef-owner of Herbsaint, Cochon, Cochon Butcher, Pêche, and Calcasieu in New Orleans. He won the James Beard award for Best Chef South in 2007 and is a finalist for the 2017 James Beard award for Outstanding Chef. His first book, Real Cajun, won the James Beard award for Best American Cookbook. PAULA DISBROWE is the author of Cowgirl Cuisine and co-author of Real Cajun and Susan Spicer's Crescent City Cooking. She lives in Austin, TX.


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