Frank Stitt published this cookbook in 2004. The Southern Table is one of my favorite cookbooks in my collection. I am sure there are plenty of foodies who still need to discover it and experiment with the recipes. I had the distinct privledge of discovering Southern cooking when I lived in Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL in the late 90′s. Sorry Atlanta…..when I moved to Birmingham is when I really discovered Southern cooking. Birmingham restaurants put shame Atlanta to shame for quality.
Frank Stitt is a chef who derives inspiration from the land….he respects the bounty and is a craftsman for the palate. As you read his words, you also feel how much he respects his staff and what Southern heritage brings to cooking. Chef Stitt did something for me I did not think possible, he made me appreciate grits. Do yourselves a favor and cook his Baked Grits recipe.
