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Bernard L. Herman

A South You Never Ate: Savoring Flavors and Stories from the Eastern Shore of Virginia

A South You Never Ate: Savoring Flavors and Stories from the Eastern Shore of Virginia

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Bernard L. Herman explores the culinary traditions of Virginia's Eastern Shore, blending personal observation, history, and recipes to showcase the region's unique terroir and resilience in the face of challenges such as climate change and declining fish populations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2022
Publisher: The University of North Carolina Press


Nestled between the majestic Chesapeake Bay and the vast Atlantic Ocean, Virginia's Eastern Shore boasts a distinct Southern charm and a truly Southern flavor. In this captivating narrative, Bernard L. Herman invites readers to explore the communities, stories, and flavors that make this land unique. With its proximity to tide to tide, often less than five miles, the Eastern Shore offers a glimpse into the lives of its growers, watermen, oyster and clam farmers, foragers, church cooks, restaurant owners, and everyday residents.

Spanning four centuries of encounter, imagination, and invention, the Eastern Shore's foodways have been shaped by a rich tapestry of influences. Indigenous peoples, European migrants, enslaved and free West Africans, and more recent newcomers have all contributed to the diverse culinary landscape. Herman delves into how local ingredients and the skilled cooks who prepare them have created a distinct American terroir—the flavors of a place experienced through its culinary and storytelling traditions.

Despite facing challenges such as climate change, declining fish populations, and farming monoculture, the Eastern Shore's terroir thrives. Herman showcases this resilience through the recipes and celebrations that hold deep meaning for those who call it home and for those who savor its flavors from near and far. The stories and recipes shared in this book celebrate the Eastern Shore's rich heritage and its ability to adapt and thrive in the face of change.

Whether you are a resident of the Eastern Shore or a culinary enthusiast, this book offers a delightful journey into the heart and soul of a truly special place. So, sit back, savor the flavors, and let the stories of the Eastern Shore's culinary traditions transport you to a world where every meal is a celebration of culture, history, and the beauty of the natural world.

Weight: 770g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781469669359

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