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Made In California: The California-Born Diners, Burger Joints, Restaurants & Fast Food that Changed America

(Hardback)

Publishing Details

Full Title:

Made In California: The California-Born Diners, Burger Joints, Restaurants & Fast Food that Changed America

Contributors:

By (Author) George Geary

ISBN:

9781945551918

Series:

Made in California

Publisher:

Prospect Park Books

Imprint:

Prospect Park Books

Publication Date:

23rd November 2021

Country:

United States

Classifications

Readership:

General

Genre:

Non-Fiction

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Main Subject:

Cookery / food and drink / food writing

Dewey:

647.9573

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Hardback

Number of Pages:

240

Dimensions:

Width 203mm, Height 266mm

Description

  • Tells how dozens of America's best-known restaurants began in California, and how they have shaped the state and country's history and food culture
  • Author is a respected member of the culinary community and speaks at dozens of venues annually, in Southern California and beyond
  • Potential for a second volume
  • Featured restaurants are well-known across the country and, in some cases, internationally. Some examples include McDonald's, Taco Bell, Fosters Freeze, IHOP, Der Wienerschnitzel, Sees Candy, and Jack in the Box
  • Author has a sizable (32.5K) following on Twitter. He is also present on other social media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter
  • Historic and contemporary photographs add visual interest and nostalgia

    • Reviews

    "George Geary has chronicled California's place in the legacy of American eating."The New York Times
     George Gearys Made in California takes you on a delightful journey down memory lane. Its a must-read guide for anyone who loves history, food, and Californias culture of innovation. Fortunately, you can still visit many of these iconic locations, so plan your road trip now!Linda Dishman, president and CEO, Los Angeles Conservancy

    This delicious book serves up more than a feast of informationits food for the soul of anyone who is hungry for the back stories and glories of Californias classic cuisine, iconic kitchens, famous flavors, and tastiest landmarks.Charles Phoenix, author ofAddicted to AmericanaandHoliday Jubilee


    I gained fifteen pounds reading this book, but it was worth it because ten of those went to my brain! A smart, encyclopedic, delightful read worthy of a coffee table, a classroom syllabus, or a car seat as a road-trip companion!Gustavo Arellano, author ofTaco USA: How Mexican Food Conquered America

    Author Bio

    George Geary is the author of many hit books, including L.A.s Legendary Restaurants and The Cheesecake Bible. He is a cooking teacher, pastry chef, culinary travel guide, and in-demand public speaker. A California native, he lives in the Los Angeles area. Learn more at www.georgegeary.com.

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