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This James Beard Award-winning culinary history by Michael W. Twitty explores African American foodways and the complex racial history of the American South.
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What is the main focus of *The Cooking Gene* by Michael W. Twitty?
The book explores the complex racial history of the American South through the lens of African American foodways and Twitty's own genealogical roots. Twitty travels to historical sites and plantations to reconstruct the culinary lives of his enslaved ancestors.
Did *The Cooking Gene* win any major culinary awards?
Yes, it won the 2018 James Beard Foundation Book of the Year award. It also won the James Beard Award for Best Food Writing that same year.
Does the author Michael W. Twitty practice historical cooking?
Yes, Twitty is a culinary historian who actively conducts living history demonstrations, often cooking over open fires using heirloom ingredients. He documents these experiences to show how enslaved people actually prepared their food.
Are there actual recipes included in *The Cooking Gene*?
Yes, the book includes a collection of recipes that reflect the fusion of African, European, and Native American culinary traditions. These recipes serve as a practical bridge to the historical narrative Twitty presents.
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