“Robinson is an inviting and charming guide, as she introduces classic seafood-focused recipes for salads (shrimp, tomato, and red onion), sides (seafood fried rice with crabmeat, oysters, and shrimp), and basic mains such as a blue crab stew, crispy fried grouper, or shrimp and blue crab burgers. . . . This delightful cookbook also serves … Continue reading Sallie Ann Robinson’s Kitchen
Recipe from Shrimp Country: Mom’s Shrimp
Wholesome meals made with fresh, local ingredients are what Shrimp Country is all about. “Mom’s Shrimp,” the dish on the cover of the book, embodies both southern cooking and coastal living. From a “comfy little dollhouse of a restaurant” called Glow in Rockport, Texas, this dish offers all the comforts of home. Chef Karey Lynn Butterworth’s mother passed … Continue reading Recipe from Shrimp Country: Mom’s Shrimp
5 Types of Shrimp from the Southern Coasts
In honor of our newest cookbook, Shrimp Country by Anna Burgard, here’s a rundown of the five varieties of shrimp you can find off the southern coasts of the U.S. Although they all can be found in Florida waters, each kind has a unique flavor and a specific location for prime shrimping! From North Carolina … Continue reading 5 Types of Shrimp from the Southern Coasts
Recent Award Winners
The University Press of Florida proudly presents our most recent award-winning titles and authors! . Two of our books received awards from the Florida Historical Society. Thomas Graham has received the 2015 Charlton Tebeau Award from the FHS for Mr. Flagler's St. Augustine. The award is given to honor a general-interest book on a Florida history topic. Graham's … Continue reading Recent Award Winners
2014 Review Recap: Celebrating the Year’s Outstanding Books
Throughout the past year, our authors have received due recognition for their labors of love. Below, we celebrate a year of reviews in top publications across the country for our wide ranging collection of titles, from cookbooks and history to photography and sports. Take a look at why these books have caught the attention of some … Continue reading 2014 Review Recap: Celebrating the Year’s Outstanding Books
November Review Roundup: Conservatives, Conservation, and Connection
Three themes unite the books within our roundup this month: conservatives, conservation, and connection. Yet the titles included vary widely from cookbooks to scholarly studies. We hope this range will help in your gift hunting endeavors! To top it off, all of the books below are discounted in our 2014 Holiday Sale. Apply code XM14 at … Continue reading November Review Roundup: Conservatives, Conservation, and Connection
Congratulations to our Good Catch authors
Our Good Catch authors, Pam Brandon, Katie Farmand, and Heather McPherson, have been busy traveling across Florida talking about the great food native to the Sunshine State and celebrating the local farmers, fisherman, and workers who make Florida's bounty possible. Recognizing their efforts, the Agriculture Institute of Florida has presented them with an award of appreciation for "raising awareness of … Continue reading Congratulations to our Good Catch authors
October Review Roundup: Authoberfest
As fall rolls along, our authors continue to impress with their stunning books. Over 100 news stories and magazine articles talked about our books with great excitement. With all of these reviews and tons of author events, October turned into something of an Authoberfest. We celebrate just some highlights below. “From intimate wildlife close-ups … Continue reading October Review Roundup: Authoberfest
Holiday Gift Guide 2014
You have the same problem every holiday season: What do you get the person who has everything? Why, books of course. And no matter how many books your friends and family own, chances are they haven’t yet seen our newest titles. Why not surprise them with a book that complements a gift they loved last … Continue reading Holiday Gift Guide 2014
September Review Roundup: Autumn Adventures
With autumn's arrival, our authors' works have caught the attention of reviewers seeking adventure. Whether encouraging outdoor recreation, guiding indoor activities, or simply providing an escape, our books offer just what everyone's looking for this fall: a taste of nature, a bit of history, and a whole lot of inspiration. Below we've highlighted just a … Continue reading September Review Roundup: Autumn Adventures
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