The Martha's Vineyard Table

The Martha’s Vineyard Table by Jessica B. Harris is a richly layered culinary travelogue from the James Beard Award–winning author and esteemed food historian. Featuring 80 recipes that reflect the island’s diverse cultural influences—from Wampanoag and African American traditions to Portuguese and Caribbean flavors—the book moves beyond the surface of Martha’s Vineyard to explore its year-round foodways. Blending evocative essays with vibrant regional dishes, Harris captures a place where history, community, and cuisine intersect, offering a thoughtful and deeply rooted portrait of island life through food.