A Taste of Upstate New York: The People and the Stories Behind 40 Food Favorites (New York State Series) - Softcover

D'imperio, Chuck

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0815610491 ISBN 13: 9780815610496

Publisher: Syracuse University Press, 2015

Synopsis

Upstate New York is the birthplace of many of America’s favorite foods. The chicken wing was born in a bar in Buffalo, the potato chip originated in the kitchen of a glitzy Saratoga Springs hotel, the salt potato got its start along the marshy shores of a Syracuse lake, and Thousand Island dressing was created in a hotel along the St. Lawrence Seaway.

In this book, D’Imperio travels across the region to discover the stories and people behind forty iconic foods of Upstate New York. He introduces readers to the black dirt farmers of Orange County who give America its best-tasting onions, to the Catskill’s Candy Cane King, and to "Charlie the Butcher," purveyor of the best beef on weck in the state. Filled with color photographs, the book includes a map of the various regions around Upstate New York, allowing readers to create their own cultural and historic food tour.

About this title

Book Description:

This book is a delicious journey around the vast Upstate New York region highlighting the many unique and tasty treats either born here or popular here. Think potato chips in Saratoga or hot wings in Buffalo or half-moon cookies in Utica and you get the idea! This book will also introduce you to the people behind these delectable edible legends!

About the Author:

Chuck D’Imperio is the author of several books about Upstate New York. His most recent titles include Unknown Museums of Upstate New York: A Guide to 50 Treasures and Monumental New York! A Guide to 30 Iconic Memorials in Upstate New York.

About this edition

• Publisher: Syracuse University Press
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0815610491
• ISBN 13: 9780815610496
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288