Kitchens of the Great Midwest: A Novel
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2016 INDIES CHOICE BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD - ADULT DEBUT WINNER
"An impressive feat of narrative jujitsu. . . that keeps readers turning the pages too fast to realize just how ingenious they are."--The New York Times Book Review, Editor's Pick
"Kitchens of the Great Midwest is a terrific reminder of what can be wrested from suffering and struggle - not only success, but also considerable irony, a fair amount of wisdom and a decent meal."--Jane Smiley, The Guardian
As seen on The Skimm: "Warning: this will make you hungry. . . . You won't be able to put it down. And it will up your kitchen game."
"A sweet and savory treat." --People
One of 2015's Great Reads, and a "Staff Pick" - NPR.org
A top 10 book of the year - Chicago Public Libraries
A top 10 book of the year - Library Reads
One of 2015's top 15 novels - Daily Mail
One of the top 30 books of the year - Book Page
A "Best Fiction of 2015" pick - Kansas City Star
A top book of 2015 - Detroit Free Press
One of the 20 best fiction books of 2015 - Business Insider
A top 12 book of the year - Los Angeles Magazine
A top 100 book of the year - Amazon.com
A top 20 book of the year in Literature & Fiction - Amazon.com
A top 12 Fiction book of the year in the Goodreads Choice Awards
Kitchens of the Great Midwest, about a young woman with a once-in-a-generation palate who becomes the iconic chef behind the country's most coveted dinner reservation, is the summer's most hotly-anticipated debut and already a New York Times bestseller.
When Lars Thorvald's wife, Cynthia, falls in love with wine--and a dashing sommelier--he's left to raise their baby, Eva, on his own. He's determined to pass on his love of food to his daughter--starting with puréed pork shoulder. As Eva grows, she finds her solace and salvation in the flavors of her native Minnesota. From Scandinavian lutefisk to hydroponic chocolate habaneros, each ingredient represents one part of Eva's journey as she becomes the star chef behind a legendary and secretive pop-up supper club, culminating in an opulent and emotional feast that's a testament to her spirit and resilience.
Each chapter in J. Ryan Stradal's startlingly original debut tells the story of a single dish and character, at once capturing the zeitgeist of the Midwest, the rise of foodie culture, and delving into the ways food creates community and a sense of identity. By turns quirky, hilarious, and vividly sensory, Kitchens of the Great Midwest is an unexpected mother-daughter story about the bittersweet nature of life--its missed opportunities and its joyful surprises. It marks the entry of a brilliant new talent.
"An impressive feat of narrative jujitsu. . . that keeps readers turning the pages too fast to realize just how ingenious they are."--The New York Times Book Review, Editor's Pick
"Kitchens of the Great Midwest is a terrific reminder of what can be wrested from suffering and struggle - not only success, but also considerable irony, a fair amount of wisdom and a decent meal."--Jane Smiley, The Guardian
As seen on The Skimm: "Warning: this will make you hungry. . . . You won't be able to put it down. And it will up your kitchen game."
"A sweet and savory treat." --People
One of 2015's Great Reads, and a "Staff Pick" - NPR.org
A top 10 book of the year - Chicago Public Libraries
A top 10 book of the year - Library Reads
One of 2015's top 15 novels - Daily Mail
One of the top 30 books of the year - Book Page
A "Best Fiction of 2015" pick - Kansas City Star
A top book of 2015 - Detroit Free Press
One of the 20 best fiction books of 2015 - Business Insider
A top 12 book of the year - Los Angeles Magazine
A top 100 book of the year - Amazon.com
A top 20 book of the year in Literature & Fiction - Amazon.com
A top 12 Fiction book of the year in the Goodreads Choice Awards
Kitchens of the Great Midwest, about a young woman with a once-in-a-generation palate who becomes the iconic chef behind the country's most coveted dinner reservation, is the summer's most hotly-anticipated debut and already a New York Times bestseller.
When Lars Thorvald's wife, Cynthia, falls in love with wine--and a dashing sommelier--he's left to raise their baby, Eva, on his own. He's determined to pass on his love of food to his daughter--starting with puréed pork shoulder. As Eva grows, she finds her solace and salvation in the flavors of her native Minnesota. From Scandinavian lutefisk to hydroponic chocolate habaneros, each ingredient represents one part of Eva's journey as she becomes the star chef behind a legendary and secretive pop-up supper club, culminating in an opulent and emotional feast that's a testament to her spirit and resilience.
Each chapter in J. Ryan Stradal's startlingly original debut tells the story of a single dish and character, at once capturing the zeitgeist of the Midwest, the rise of foodie culture, and delving into the ways food creates community and a sense of identity. By turns quirky, hilarious, and vividly sensory, Kitchens of the Great Midwest is an unexpected mother-daughter story about the bittersweet nature of life--its missed opportunities and its joyful surprises. It marks the entry of a brilliant new talent.
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Kitchens of the Great Midwest: A Novel
Stradal, J. Ryan
Edition:Reprint
ISBN-13:9780143109419
Kitchens of the Great Midwest
J Ryan Stradal
ISBN-13:9780857054098
Kitchens of the Great Midwest: A Novel
Stradal, J. Ryan
Edition:Unabridged
ISBN-13:9781611764352
Kitchens of the Great Midwest
Stradal, J. Ryan
Edition:Large type / Large print
ISBN-13:9781628996753
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