Our "Quarantine Cooking" series continues with Fried Green Tomato Lasagna! UPF acquisitions editor Meredith Morris-Babb tried this recipe from Pickled, Fried, and Fresh: Bert Gill's Southern Flavors. Meredith's comments: Bert Gill is a genius—I don't think I will ever make lasagna with noodles again. Although the final photo does not look all that appetizing, this … Continue reading Quarantine Cooking: Fried Green Tomato Lasagna from Pickled, Fried, and Fresh
Recipe: Pumpkin Caponata from Pickled, Fried, and Fresh
Get ready for the holidays with this recipe from one of our wonderful cookbooks! UPF senior acquisitions editor Sian Hunter recently tried her hand at cooking Pumpkin Caponata from Bert Gill’s Pickled, Fried, and Fresh. Here’s why Sian chose this recipe: Our Thanksgiving meal features family recipes from both sides and several generations, but each year, we … Continue reading Recipe: Pumpkin Caponata from Pickled, Fried, and Fresh
Take a Food Tour of Florida!
Is wintry weather arriving in your part of the world? Do you wish you could travel to Florida and enjoy its famous sunny climate? Or maybe you’re a newcomer to the Sunshine State and you’re ready to explore your new surroundings. Maybe you’ve even lived in Florida your whole life, but you want to find … Continue reading Take a Food Tour of Florida!
Holiday Gift Guide 2015
'Twas nearing the holidays, so the UPF staff Put together a wish list on your family and friends' behalf. There's something for everyone to find in this guide, So sit back, buckle up, and enjoy the ride! . . . Sorghum's Savor by RONNI LUNDY. For the cook in search of new flavors: Know someone who … Continue reading Holiday Gift Guide 2015
Intern Guest Post: A Taste of Pickled, Fried, and Fresh
By Nichole Manosh, UPF acquisitions intern . I would definitely consider myself a foodie, so when I started my internship at UPF and heard about the imminent book release of Pickled, Fried, and Fresh I had to take a look. While perusing the pages and beautiful photos I seemed to hear my stomach growling “please … Continue reading Intern Guest Post: A Taste of Pickled, Fried, and Fresh
September Review Roundup
Read highlights from some of the best reviews we received in August! Our new photography book, Embracing Cuba by Byron Motley, received plenty of praise this month. Booklist not only gave the book a star rating, but also gave the review "Review of the Day" on September 21 and awarded it "Best Travel Book of the Year." Booklist said that "anyone who … Continue reading September Review Roundup
Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance 2015
We had a fantastic time last week at the Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance 2015 Discovery Show. SIBA celebrated its 40th birthday this year with lots of author signings, informative panels, photo booth fun, and special events. Our tables in the exhibit hall were piled high with new University Press of Florida books, and we loved spending … Continue reading Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance 2015
Pickled, Fried, and Fresh
A pioneer in the local food movement shares his southern kitchen and bold recipes The local food movement continues to take the food industry by storm, and today we are publishing a cookbook that represents how Florida chefs are using local food ingredients to create their own exciting niche in southern cuisine: Pickled, Fried, and Fresh: Bert … Continue reading Pickled, Fried, and Fresh
A Florida Chef Serves up a New Take on Southern Favorites
Recipes from Pickled, Fried, and Fresh: Bert Gill’s Southern Flavors By Bert Gill I started working in a restaurant at the age of fifteen. I don’t remember whether I thought this would be a lifelong career, but I do remember loving it instantly. It doesn’t hurt that I’ve had some really amazing mentors over time—just … Continue reading A Florida Chef Serves up a New Take on Southern Favorites
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