This book will change the way you look at this area’s legendary cooking. In 16 chapters full of culture, history and insight, Besh tells the story of his beloved city by the season of year and its accompanying dish. Cooks will rejoice in the 200 easy-to-prepare recipes that honor and celebrate the Big Easy.

Step by step, the James Beard Award-winning author brings us New Orleans cooking like we’ve never tasted before. It’s the perfect blend of contemporary French techniques with indigenous southern Louisiana products, from Mardi Gras and the shrimp season to the urban garden, gumbo weather, and boucherie. Walk through this wonderful city with a local tour guide and fellow foodie.

For this book, ‘Autographed’ refers to a signed bookplate. Also available in select stores.