Western
This treasure trove of ranch lore "is a delightful combination of yarns, history, nostalgia, and solid information—all ingeniously brewed up and spiced by a lady who knows what she is about." — Journal of Arizona History
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Native American
"More than 100 recipes of traditional Hopi dishes have been compiled into fascinating culinary reading by Mrs. Kavena. Her preface, introduction, and remarks before each section give valuable insights into Hopi agrarian and home life." — Arizona Highways
The Desert
The seemingly inhospitable Sonoran Desert has provided sustenance to indigenous peoples for centuries. Although it is to all appearances a land bereft of useful plants, fully one-fifth of the desert's flora are edible.
New World
"From the discovery of vanilla to how chilies spread since Columbus, this is packed with culinary lore and regional history, and will complement the shelf of any food enthusiast who loves history." — The Bookwatch
Chiles to Chocolate
Old Arizona
"Skillfully written, containing much of the truth of Depression-era life in the rural Southwest, Weston's book is eminently worthwhile. One suspects that many of these recipes would be worth trying as well." — Southwest Book Views