Jessica B. Harris

Our Jessica B. Harris Collection celebrates one of the foremost scholars, authors, and storytellers of the African diaspora’s culinary traditions. Through decades of groundbreaking research and writing, Jessica B. Harris has illuminated the profound connections between Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the American South, tracing the journeys of ingredients, techniques, and food cultures across generations and continents. These cookbooks and works of food history explore the rich tapestry of Black culinary heritage through recipes, travel, scholarship, and storytelling. Rooted in cultural preservation, historical inquiry, and a deep appreciation for the people behind the food, this collection honors Jessica B. Harris’s enduring legacy as a leading voice in documenting and celebrating the global impact of African foodways.