Synopsis: : The Lexicon of Real American Food |
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First Edition s, the lexicon of a Language is its vocabulary, including its words and expressions. In The Lexicon of Real American Food, renowned foodies Jane and Michael Stern record the lingo of American food as it is spoken-and enjoyed-nationwide. With their signature wit and exuberance, they define how America really eats-to the delight of food lovers and word aficionados everywhere. Fun to read and easy to browse, with spot illustrations and select recipes, this Book will also become a valuable reference to document regional specialties and signature American fare.
Since the first Edition in their Roadfood series in 1978, the Sterns have reported on more than 100,000 meals at America’s tables and Cafes alongside people of every stripe. Thus, the food described in these pages is democratic, not elitist-from hoppel-poppel to puffy tacos, the Sterns see the nation’s Diet like its language: endlessly, endearingly exuberant. With The Lexicon of Real American Food, they inspire a new and joyful appreciation of our country’s irrepressible foodways
Jane and Michael Stern are best known for their Roadfood books, website (roadfood. com), and magazine columns. They appear weekly on Lynne Rossetto Kasper’s public radio program The Splendid Table and are contributing editors at Saveur magazine. They have won three James Beard Foundation Awards and the James Beard Perrier-Jouet Award for lifetime achievement. They live in Connecticut