Soul Food: Classic Cuisine from the Deep South

Soul Food: Classic Cuisine from the Deep South by Sheila Ferguson is a rich blend of cookbook and cultural history that celebrates the traditions of African American cooking. Featuring 200 authentic recipes—from fried chicken and collard greens to cakes and seafood—the book pairs deeply rooted Southern dishes with personal stories, historical context, and family lore. Warm, narrative-driven, and deeply informative, this collection preserves the legacy and evolution of soul food as both cuisine and culture.