{"product_id":"chef-edna-queen-of-southern-cooking-edna-lewis-9781951836399","title":"Chef Edna: Queen of Southern Cooking, Edna Lewis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eEdna Lewis, a renowned African American chef, brought Southern cooking to New York City by learning the value of fresh, local, seasonal food from her Mama Daisy and introducing the world to the flavors of her home. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 32 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25 May 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cameron \u0026amp; Company Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEdna Lewis, a renowned African American culinary icon, has been beautifully captured in a picture book that portrays her warm and inviting personality. Through her culinary journey, Lewis has brought the essence of Southern cooking to the vibrant city of New York. Born and raised on a farm in Freetown, Virginia, Lewis developed a deep appreciation for the importance of fresh, locally sourced, and seasonal ingredients from a young age. She learned invaluable culinary skills from her mother, Mama Daisy, such as measuring ingredients for biscuits using coins and using her keen sense of smell to determine when her cakes were perfectly baked.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese traditions accompanied Lewis as she embarked on her journey to New York City, where she transformed into a celebrated chef. In her signature Southern style, Lewis honed her skills in cooking traditional French cuisine and introduced the world to the unique flavors of her home. Her culinary creations became a sensation, captivating the taste buds of food enthusiasts and critics alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLewis's story is a testament to the power of cultural heritage and the ability to transcend boundaries. She has not only enriched the culinary landscape of New York City but also inspired generations of cooks and food lovers with her passion for traditional Southern cuisine. Through her legacy, Lewis continues to be a shining example of how food can bring people together, celebrate diversity, and create a sense of belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 484g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 x 286 x 13 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781951836399\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Melvina Noel","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44256251707642,"sku":"9781951836399","price":10.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1685106863853_book.jpg?v=1685193628","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/chef-edna-queen-of-southern-cooking-edna-lewis-9781951836399","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}