I loved reading the profiles of Black chefs, sommaliers, food writers and activists throughout this cookbook. There is also a great index of resources for learning more about Black culinary history, cookbooks, social media accounts for the Black chefs and experts profiled, podcasts, and related organizations, both culinary and for social change.
pickThis cookbook is a must read for people who love cooking and who want to learn more about Black cooks and American cooking. This book focused on so many good recipes for dishes that are new to me but a staple for so many other Americans. Ever since I read #TheCookingGene I realized how little I knew about The history of American food culture and how important it is to learn more.
The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food | 
