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Black Food: Stories, Art, and Recipes from Across the African Diaspora [A Cookbook]

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A beautiful, rich, and groundbreaking book exploring Black foodways within America and around the world, curated by food activist and author of Vegetable Kingdom Bryant Terry.

“Mouthwatering, visually stunning, and intoxicating, Black Food tells a global story of creativity, endurance, and imagination that was sustained in the face of dispersal, displacement, and oppression.”—Imani Perry, Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University

In this stunning and deeply heartfelt tribute to Black culinary ingenuity, Bryant Terry captures the broad and divergent voices of the African Diaspora through the prism of food. With contributions from more than 100 Black cultural luminaires from around the globe, the book moves through chapters exploring parts of the Black experience, from Homeland to Migration, Spirituality to Black Future, offering delicious recipes, moving essays, and arresting artwork.

As much a joyful celebration of Black culture as a cookbook, Black Food explores the interweaving of food, experience, and community through original poetry and essays, including “Jollofing with Toni Morrison” by Sarah Ladipo Manyika, “Queer Intelligence” by Zoe Adjonyoh, “The Spiritual Ecology of Black Food” by Leah Penniman, and “Foodsteps in Motion” by Michael W. Twitty. The recipes are similarly expansive and generous, including sentimental favorites and fresh takes such as Crispy Cassava Skillet Cakes from Yewande Komolafe, Okra & Shrimp Purloo from BJ Dennis, Jerk Chicken Ramen from Suzanne Barr, Avocado and Mango Salad with Spicy Pickled Carrot and Rof Dressing from Pierre Thiam, and Sweet Potato Pie from Jenné Claiborne. Visually stunning artwork from such notables as Black Panther Party creative director Emory Douglas and artist Sarina Mantle are woven throughout, and the book includes a signature musical playlist curated by Bryant.

With arresting artwork and innovative design, Black Food is a visual and spiritual feast that will satisfy any soul.


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A visual and spiritual feast with contributions from more than 100 black cultural luminaries.A visual and spiritual feast with contributions from more than 100 black cultural luminaries.

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 Imani Perry says, “A brilliant window into foodways as art, tradition, and nourishment.” Imani Perry says, “A brilliant window into foodways as art, tradition, and nourishment.”

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More than 100 beautifully simple recipes that teach you the basics of a great vegan meal centered on real food, not powders or meat substitutes Renowned chef and food justice activist Bryant Terry reworks and remixes the favorite staples, ingredients, and classic dishes of the African Diaspora to present more than 100 wholly new, creative culinary combinations.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ 4 Color Books; First Edition (October 19, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1984859722
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1984859723
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.5 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.86 x 1.25 x 9.77 inches

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Customers find the recipes in the book great, unique, and delicious. They also appreciate the beautiful illustrations and colorful design. Readers describe the information as informative, inspiring, and captivating. They say the stories are fantastic and a perfect gift for anyone who loves cooking. Additionally, they mention it has some parts of history and nostalgic dishes of black culture.

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