Welcome to the Deep South, where food is a celebration of life. Want to learn the secret of how Louisianians prepare great gumbo? Or how Alabamians make fried chicken and tomato pie? Or how Mississippians cook fried catfish with creamy coleslaw and hush puppies?

Best of the Best from the Deep South Cookbook features more than 400 of the most popular recipes from Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. Recipes are easy to follow and edited for clarity, and the book includes photographs and illustrations showcasing Southern sites and attractions. There is also fascinating history and trivia about the region scattered throughout the book, along with a cross-referenced index, making it easy to find your favorite recipes.