You Really Haven't Been There Until You've Eaten the Food

Insatiable globe-trotter. Television impresario. Rolling stone gourmet. Keith Famie is the definition of the type A personality chef. Whether showing viewers the exotic wonders and fare of Kenya on his Food Network series, Keith Famie’s Adventures, or cooking alongside some of the world’s great chefs, Famie knows how to live life to its fullest—and eat well while doing it. You Really Haven’t Been There Until You’ve Eaten the Food takes readers on a whirlwind adventure around the globe, sampling the food and culture from extraordinary places like Bora-Bora and the Australian Outback to such North American cities as Memphis, Seattle, and Quebec. No matter the destination, Famie serves up a grand experience.

At each location, he presents recipes for native dishes that are a part of the personality and character of the region, whether it’s Bammies from Jamaica, Bobotie with Roti from South Africa, or Spicy Carrots from Mexico. Famie also provides the locals’ take on classic dishes like savory Pulled Pork from Memphis and the ever-famous Shrimp on the Barbie from Australia. Beyond the more than 130 recipes and the captivating geography, Famie introduces us to an incredible cast of interesting—sometimes odd—characters he has met along the way.

You Really Haven’t Been There Until You’ve Eaten the Food is a ticket to travel the world right from your own kitchen. And Famie is the ultimate guide, providing a view of these destinations as only he can, with humor and an unquenchable curiosity. So grab a fork, find a good chair, and hang on for a great ride.