The story of Austin food is equal parts deep Texan traditions and a
booming food
scene. It is this atmosphere
that has fostered some of the hottest restaurants in the country, a
lively food truck community, and a renaissance in the most Texan of
foods: barbecue. Austin food is also tacos and Tex-Mex, old fashioned
Southern cooking, and street food and fine dining, with influences from
all over the globe. And above all, it’s a source of intense pride and
inspiration for chefs and diners alike.
Organized by Austin’s
“major food groups”—like barbecue, tacos, and Tex-Mex—The Austin
Cookbook explores the roots of Texas food traditions and the restaurants
that are reinventing them, revealing the secrets to Bob Armstrong dip,
Odd Duck’s sweet potato nachos, East Side King’s beet fries, and of
course, smoked brisket that has people lining up to eat it—even in the
Texas summer. Part cookbook, part souvenir, and 100 percent love letter,
The Austin Cookbook is perfect for proud locals, visitors, and
(t)ex-pats.
