Books like Bring me some apples, and I'll make you a pie by Robbin Gourley
Through the crisp call of the whippoorwill at spring’s first day to the hush of the first snowfall, Edna and her family gather fruits, berries and vegetables from their fields, garden and orchard. They transform these seasonal produce into comforting meals that honor their farm life and family traditions. The book also chronicles the life of famed chef Edna Lewis, a descendant of slaves who rose to culinary prominence, and includes five authentic recipes crafted from her legacy.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Robbin Gourley
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