Arts & Entertainment

This Week's Pick: American Terroir

Deerfield Public Library experts suggest and review material for local readers each Sunday this month.

Book: American Terroir: Savoring the Flavors of Our Woods, Waters, and Fields

Author: Rowan Jacobsen

An environmentalist and food writer describes terroir, French for the “taste of place” and explains why local conditions such as soil and climate affect the flavor of iconic American foods such as apples, honey, chocolate, maple syrup and oysters.

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A fascinating and quick read that is sure to appeal to anyone who enjoys good food.

-Melissa Stoeger, Readers Services Department

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