Author Talk: Porcshe Moran

Dismissing Missouri as a flyover state overlooks its hidden gems, especially when it comes to food. Sure, burnt ends and toasted ravioli hold a special place in our hearts, but they merely scratch the surface of the Show Me State's vibrant culinary landscape. Here, fine dining rubs elbows with casual comfort food, farm-fresh ingredients find their way onto gourmet plates, global influences add a vibrant spice to the mix, and our wines, craft brews, and spirits make perfect pairings.

In a new book, food and travel writer Porcshe Moran highlights the significant food contributions of Native Americans, enslaved people of African descent, and immigrants from many countries. Along with chef Mathew Unger, Moran traversed the state to dig deeper into the state's food culture and their resulting book offers both history and recipes for Missouri food lovers.

Moran will speak about her research for Missouri Comfort: Recipes, Places, and Food Traditions in the Show-Me State, and the book will be available for sale and signing after the program.