Dude and Guest Ranches of America

Saddle up for a culinary adventure through America's most iconic dude and guest ranches. Take a seat at the table and experience the time-honored recipes and rich traditions of America's ranch kitchens.

From hearty campfire breakfasts to ranch-style feasts, Culinary Treasures: Dude & Guest Ranches of America serves up the flavors of the West alongside the stories of the families who keep these treasured outfits thriving. Whether you're craving a cowboy steak, a homestead pie, or the perfect sticky bun to go with your morning coffee, you'll find inspiration in every page.

Journey from the sun-soaked desert of Arizona's White Stallion Ranch to the sweeping valleys of Wyoming's Red Rock Ranch and the high-country charm of Colorado's Vista Verde and Sylvan Dale Ranches. Discover the taste of Montana's Flathead Lake Lodge or the enduring spirit of Rancho del la Osa-each destination offering its own blend of history, hospitality, and homegrown flavor.

Alongside mouthwatering recipes and stunning photography, Will Rogers Medallion Award-winning author Sherry Monahan serves up a taste of chuckwagon life, Western lore, and the people who make ranch cooking an enduring American tradition. So roll up your sleeves, fire up the stove, and dig into the history, heart, and heritage of these Western gems, one unforgettable meal at a time.

Sherry Monahan began her writing career when she combined her passion for food, travel, and history. She penned her first book, Taste of Tombstone, in 1998. That same passion landed her a monthly magazine column in 2009 when she began writing her food column in True West entitled Frontier Fare. More recently, she has started another column, Lively Libations, discussing cocktails and spirts of the Old West in Saddlebag Dispatches. Sherry is a culinary historian who enjoys researching the genealogy of food and spirits. While there's still plenty to explore about frontier food, she's expanding her culinary repertoire to include places and foods from all over America and beyond. She holds memberships in the James Beard Foundation, the Author's Guild, Single Action Shooting Society, and the Wild West History Association.