Main Street of America Cookbook Book

The author of The Route 66 Cookbook (75,000 sold, see below) brings us another culinary tour down the historic "Main Street of America." From Chicago to Santa Monica, visiting restaurants in caves and Victorian mansions, author Marian Clark takes us on an eight-state journey as she rediscovers the cuisine and the culture of communities along Route 66 that have taken on new life in the '90s. In addition to recipes, the book presents fascinating sidebars on what to see and where to eat in towns and cities along the Route. This state-by-state trek emphasizes the uniqueness of each area, the history and the heritage, the climate and the crops as well as the places to see, to stay and to eat. More than 280 recipes highlight new and exciting chefs serving the best of today's cuisine as well as the classic homespun cafes where locals exchange news and greet friends. In addition, the prized recipes of hometown cooks reflect a mix of cultures and provide some delicious bites of history.