We are what we eat―not just physiologically, but culturally. This collection of cross-cultural, generational essays, and accompanying recipes shows the profound importance of food dishes within American women's lives.• Over 40 contributors, including well-known food writers, food historians, scholars, chefs, editors, and other professionals, representing the spectrum of cultural backgrounds and experiences of American women• Presents original, never before published works• Showcases personal photos of contributors, stained and tattered recipes, unique foods, and women who originated dishes• Introduction describes the involving story of the editor's initial inspiration and the scope of book