"Glorious American Food is a triumph."

"A sumptuous presentation of regional cookery, from Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken with Dill Dumplings and New Orleans Jambalaya to hearty Texas Chili and a West Coast Sashimi Supper."

"The color photos in this big book are lush and mouthwatering. The recipes, created by the author of Glorious Food, are arranged by locale of origin; New England clam chowder and Indian pudding, Pacific coast grilled salmon, hot New Mexico salad and gazpacho, Southern pecan pie and shrimp jambalaya. Each section begins with a description of the types of food indigenous to that particular area, followed by appetizing menus (with wine and serving suggestions) and recipes. Idone has done a marvelous job in this celebration of American food."

"Originally published 20 years ago, when a new appreciation of our regional cuisines was emerging, this celebration of American food has a slightly smaller format but includes many of the dozens of color photographs-of both food and the American scene-that helped make the first volume so striking. Idone, who helped found the well-known Manhattan catering company Glorious Food, provides more than 70 menus, organized by region and ranging from a Yankee Fourth of July to a Wine Tasting Picnic from the West Coast. Many of the recipes have been revised, while others are new; the wine recommendations have also been updated, and there are now suggestions for beers from regional breweries."

"Christopher Idone travelled the byways of America from his native New England to the far Northwest, collecting recipes from private cooks. The result is a best-selling survey of American cuisine that is both practical and personal....Idone's introductions to the various regions abound in little-known historical facts."

"...the history of America , presented via the plate...Idone manages to capture the heart and soul of its land and its people, and how that has become translated into breakfast, lunch, and dinner in America."