Route 66 Recipes & Roadside History with Amy Bizzarri

Описание: In celebration of Route 66’s upcoming centennial, get your kicks on America’s most legendary highway with travel writer and culinary historian Amy Bizzarri. In this flavorful Big Blend Radio episode, Amy shares stories and recipes from her latest book, "Route 66 Recipes: A Culinary Cruise Along the Mother Road," (out now through The History Press, an imprint of Arcadia Publishing), spotlighting the iconic diners, classic soda fountains, regional specialties, and unforgettable roadside stops that have fueled generations of road trippers.

From Chicago’s famous Lou Mitchell’s to the Midpoint Café in Adrian, the Big Texan steak challenge in Amarillo, Native American food traditions, and nostalgic chili parlors, Amy blends culinary history with travel inspiration. She also discusses driving the entire Mother Road, must-try dishes like Navajo tacos and ugly crust pie, and how local culture shapes the Route 66 experience.

Amy previously joined Big Blend Radio to talk about her book "Iconic Hollywood Dishes, Drinks and Desserts." Revisit that episode here: https://bigblendradio.podbean.com/e/i...

Whether you're planning a Route 66 road trip, honoring the highway’s 100-year milestone, or simply love Americana and food history, this episode serves up a delicious journey down the Mother Road.

Follow Amy on Instagram at:   / amybizzarri  

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Route 66 and Amy Bizzarri
02:05 Driving the Entire Route in 2018
04:05 Fun Stops: Uranus Fudge Factory and Puns
07:38 Native American Cuisine and Sky City Cultural Center
09:55 Navajo Tacos and Indigenous Food Heritage
12:16 Ugly Crust Pie and Midpoint Café
16:05 Amy Bizzarri's Culinary Books and Inspirations
19:55 The Civilian Conservation Corps and Historic Food
21:47 Petrified Forest and Native American Heritage
23:52 Experiencing Local Culture and Small Town Charm
26:42 Picnics, Local Markets, and Food Tips
29:29 Family Adventures and Cultural Experiences
31:50 Closing Remarks and Book Details

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