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Adrian Miller Books in Order

Explore Adrian Miller's books in order, with summaries of culinary histories examining soul food, Black barbecue traditions and African Americans in presidential kitchens.

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Soul Food

by Adrian Miller

2013

Adrian Miller examines soul food through the histories of individual dishes and ingredients. Connecting culinary traditions with African American culture and identity, he explores their origins, social significance and place in American foodways, with accompanying recipes.

Adrian Miller recounts the lives of African American cooks, chefs, butlers and other workers who served presidential families. Their stories reveal the often overlooked labor and culinary contributions behind White House dining throughout American history.

Black Smoke

by Adrian Miller

2021

Adrian Miller traces the contributions of Black pitmasters, restaurateurs and cooks to American barbecue. Historical accounts and contemporary stories examine perseverance, innovation and entrepreneurship, while accompanying recipes preserve aspects of the culinary traditions he documents.

Standalone Adrian Miller books

  1. Book cover for "Soul Food"

    Soul Food

    by Adrian Miller

    2013The Surprising Story of an American Cuisine, One Plate at a Time
  2. Book cover for "The President's Kitchen Cabinet"

    The President's Kitchen Cabinet

    by Adrian Miller

    2017The Story of the African Americans Who Have Fed Our First Families, from the Washingtons to the Obamas
  3. Book cover for "Black Smoke"

    Black Smoke

    by Adrian Miller

    2021African Americans and the United States of Barbecue

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