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A librarian from the Abingdon Branch just sent me this book review:

"Here is a review about a book I just finished.

Feasting on Asphalt by Alton Brown (Find this book in our catalog)

I am certainly not one for the hype of food network celebs or just sit down and read a cookbook. This book certainly superseded all of my low expectations.

Alton Brown, Food Network chef, uses wit and humor to document his trek via motorcycle from New Orleans to the top of the Mississippi River. He stops at small dives along the way; places you would almost certainly go out of your way to avoid. He writes about the communities and the people who make up these great places. He supplies about 40 recipes, some given straight from a generous cook or ones he adapted to fill the readers need. (Some recipes are carefully guarded family secrets.) Brown shows us he isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty, jumping in to make delicious pies just so he can see how it is done. He takes himself and his crew lightly but always gives the utmost respect to all of the people he meets. If you are looking for an interesting read with a mix of food, humor, people, and delectable recipes, this book if for you.

This is totally on the fly but I hope you can use it." Kristina Stemple

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