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Book Synopsis Owners Monument Grills Smoker Recipes by : Jack Downey
Download or read book Owners Monument Grills Smoker Recipes written by Jack Downey and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-02 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If your into succulent vegetables, meats, fish and everything in between then this book is for you. The purpose of this Smoker Recipe Book is to teach you the rules of the grill. Though it may seem like a no brainer there are actually a few timeless adages of vegetables and fire and ways to tame the flame and smoke.In this smoker recipe book you will learn to know your heat zones. A wildly hot smoker can be a dangerous proposition. When you've spent a little cash on something special you don't want the outside charred and center raw or uncooked. Nor do want the taste of barbecue fluid, so don't even think it. Lose the fluid!Also think outside the box, like forget the fork. Quit poking holes and letting out the juices. Use spatulas or tongs so as not to damage the precious meal being prepared by the awesome chef your about to become.If you've tamed the temperature just right your vegetables will be as delicious as any professional at your local cook off contests Incidentally if you expect to win then your going to need these off the chart smoker recipes.Plenty of people like to pore over their recipe collection. Like myself they select the ultimate selection of recipes for their next meal improvising like a jazz musician playing his instrument. They look forward to smoking their next recipe for that exquisite ultimate flavor.The biggest goal of this book is to have you enjoying those smoked vegetables just as soon as possible. Don't be afraid to mix and match any rub, marinade or seasonings.However do try to smoke every recipe in the book to gain the knowledge of a pro. Personally I've have no issues with the pleasures of chef dom myself.But I'm the happiest when the meal is done and it's on it's way to my mouth. Enjoy!
Book Synopsis Owners Monument Grills Smoker Recipes Cookbook by : Jack Downey
Download or read book Owners Monument Grills Smoker Recipes Cookbook written by Jack Downey and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-28 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If your into succulent meats fish and everything in between then this book is for you. The purpose of this Smoker Recipe Book is to teach you the rules of the grill. Though it may seem like a no brainer there are actually a few timeless adages of meat and fire and ways to tame the flame and smoke.In this smoker recipe book you will learn to know your heat zones. A wildly hot smoker can be a dangerous proposition. When you've spent a little cash on something special you don't want the outside charred and center of the meat raw or uncooked. Nor do want the taste of barbecue fluid, so don't even think it. Lose the fluid!Also think outside the box, like forget the fork. Quit poking holes in your meats and letting out the juices. Use spatulas or tongs so as not to damage the precious meat being prepared by the awesome chef your about to become.Marvel in the marinade recipes, rubs recipes, brine's and master what is a fine art to becoming the smoker guru. One thing you also should know is like everything in this world you have to give the meat a rest too. Give your meat a chance for the juices to stop swirling wildly and absorb back into your smoked masterpiece.If you've tamed the temperature just right your meat will be as delicious as any professional at your local cook off contests Incidentally if you expect to win then your going to need these off the chart smoker recipes.Plenty of people like to pore over their recipe collection. Like myself they select the ultimate selection of recipes for their next meal improvising like a jazz musician playing his instrument. They look forward to smoking there next recipe for that exquisite ultimate flavor.The biggest goal of this book is to have you enjoying those smoked meat cravings be it beef, pork, poultry, or wild game just as soon as possible. Don't be afraid to mix and match any rub, marinade or seasonings.However do try to smoke every recipe in the book to gain the knowledge of a pro. Personally I've have no issues with the pleasures of chef dom myself.But I'm the happiest when the meal is done and it's on it's way to my mouth. Enjoy!
Book Synopsis Owners Blaze Grills Smoker & Barbecue Recipes by : Jack Downey
Download or read book Owners Blaze Grills Smoker & Barbecue Recipes written by Jack Downey and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-31 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy beautiful full color photos. "Blaze Grills Barbecue Grilling And Smokers Cookbook" is for beginners or advanced backyard chefs wanting to smoke beef, pork, poultry, fish or wild game. These smoker recipes are for mouth watering smoke flavored meats that will have you smoking like a pro in no time at all. The smoker cooking recipes can be used for electric smoker recipes, butane smoker recipes, charcoal smoker recipes and pit smoker recipes. Included are numerous special rub recipes and sauce recipes for endless variations of wood flavor smoked meats. The Types of Wood and Measurement Equivalent charts will make preparation simple and easy. Be sure buy the Blaze Grills Smokers Recipes Cookbook For Smoked Vegetables to complete your journey.
Book Synopsis Owners Huntington Grill & Barbecue Smoker Recipes by : Susan Cooke
Download or read book Owners Huntington Grill & Barbecue Smoker Recipes written by Susan Cooke and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover tastes that will take you on a vacation when you experience aromas and flavors you never knew existed. Who ever thought that just adding a few wood chips to the mix would make barbecuing and grilling a whole new world. Smoked vegetables will open up a new world of cooking and nutritional benefits can't be stressed enough.The Huntington Grill Authentic Smoker Recipe Cookbook For Smoked Vegetables is all you need to make a smoking good time with friends and your favorite spirits.Inside discover many of the techniques that the pros have kept secret for years. Now the word is out and smoking has become a national pastime. Not only is smoking meat all the rage but smoked vegetables with all their nutritional value have become the norm. The reason why is because you can't go to the store and buy what you can create at home.Once you practice enough smoking vegetables with various methods you will develop your expertise and gain the knowledge to take it a step further. Be a backyard smoker on the level of a professional preparing smoked vegetables and meats too.Be sure and buy the Huntington Grill Authentic Smoker Recipes Cookbook For Beef, Pork, Poultry, Seafood, Wild Game, Secret Marinades, Rubs & Brine to finish your journey.
Book Synopsis The Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill And Smoker Cookbook by : Debroah Swindler
Download or read book The Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill And Smoker Cookbook written by Debroah Swindler and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-31 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to amaze your friends and relatives with your new recipes making the most of your Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker? For a while now, the Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker has replaced the usual charcoal grill. The Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker allows you to grill almost everything on low, medium, and high heat to perfection due to the adjustable flame broiler due to lid ensure that food can get quite smoky inside. The Best Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker Cookbook shows you how to become a BBQ master with 600 delicious recipes. Here is a sneak peek of what the book explains: Using the Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker Breakfast Recipes Main Recipes Appetizers and Side Dishes Fish and Seafood Recipes Beef Recipes Poultry Recipes Cheese, Nuts, Bread, and Desserts and much more! What are you waiting for to become a BBQ Master?
Author :Assistant Professor of Religion Jack Downey Publisher :Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN 13 :9781985003422 Total Pages :52 pages Book Rating :4.0/5 (34 download)
Book Synopsis Owners Brinkmann Smoker Recipes for Smoker Cooking by : Assistant Professor of Religion Jack Downey
Download or read book Owners Brinkmann Smoker Recipes for Smoker Cooking written by Assistant Professor of Religion Jack Downey and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-02-03 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy beautiful full color photos. The Owners Brinkmann Smoker Recipes For Smoking Cooking is for beginners or advanced backyard chefs wanting to smoke poultry, pork, beef and seafood. All of the smoker cooking recipes can be used for an electric smoker, butane smoker, charcoal smoker and pit smokers. Preparation is simple and easy with the Types of Wood, Measurement Equivalent Chart and Meat Temperature Chart. The Brinkmann Smoker Recipes Cookbook is the ultimate guide and will have you preparing mouth watering smoke flavored meats just like the Pro's. Take barbecuing to the next level with numerous special rub recipes and sauce recipes that professional chefs never talk about. Savior those aromas and flavors you never thought possible. The techniques and tips are every backyard smokers dream. Be sure and purchase the Owners Brinkmann Smoker Recipes For Smoked Vegetables for more nutritional and delicious sides dishes to enjoy with your smoked meat.
Book Synopsis Complete Guide For Smoking And Grilling by : Jordan West
Download or read book Complete Guide For Smoking And Grilling written by Jordan West and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-03 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★ 55% OFF for Bookstores! NOW at $ 42.95 instead of $ 49.95! LAST DAYS! ★ When you use a wood pellet smoker or grill to cook delicious food for your family, you want it to be as easy as possible. Fortunately, you can count on Wood Pellet Smoker and Grill for the best BBQ accessories. There's nothing better than watching your meat turn from raw to finish before your eyes. At Wood Pellet Smoker and Grill, we understand that every BBQ lover wants the best cook available. With our quality accessories, you can have it all. We have everything you need to make sure your next BBQ run is a success! Having a wood pellet smoker and grill has been one of the best accomplishments of Cody and Lynn Allen's life. They wanted to use this natural fuel to cook healthy, flavorful, and nutritious food for their family. But they didn't want to learn everything about after-market charcoal smokers and grills. This book covers: Vegetarian Recipes For Wood Pellet Smoker Grill Seafood Recipes For Wood Pellet Smoker Grill Main Recipes Appetizers and Side Dishes Fish and Seafood Recipes And much more! They decided to write a book to help others in the same situation as themselves. The book contains lots of valuable information about wood pellet smokers and grills, so you can enjoy cooking healthy food with them. Try out our new Wood Pellet Smoker and Grill cookbook! This cooking book is designed for the serious smoker and grill enthusiast. In it, we have compiled some of the best recipes, cooking tips, and techniques to make your meal preparation process as simple as possible. ★ 55% OFF for Bookstores! NOW at $ 42.95 instead of $ 49.95! LAST DAYS! ★ Your Customers Never Stop to Use this Awesome Cookbook! Buy it NOW and let your customers get addicted to this amazing book
Book Synopsis The Ultimate Wood Pellet Grill Smoker Cookbook by : Jordan West
Download or read book The Ultimate Wood Pellet Grill Smoker Cookbook written by Jordan West and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-03 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ★ 55% OFF for Bookstores! NOW at $ 42.95 instead of $ 49.95! LAST DAYS! ★ Wood pellet smokers are becoming more and more popular for barbecue and grilling. Wood pellet smokers and grills heat up very quickly because they are electric powered. When you use your digital temperature controller, you can set the temperature to over 200 degrees Fahrenheit within just a few minutes. This ensures that your food will be cooked properly before you leave for work or school in the morning. Many people don't realize that they don't need to wait until the temperature gets above 200 degrees Fahrenheit to start cooking their meals. Some people believe that because they aren't made from pure wood like natural wood, they contain chemicals that could harm their health. However, wood pellets are made from softwood tree sources and have no chemicals added to them during production. According to many studies, wood pellets actually contain vitamins, minerals and other healthy plant compounds that can maintain good overall health in people who eat them regularly. This book covers: What Types of Pellet and Why to Use Them Steps to Smoke Like a Pro Cooking Tips & Tricks Winning Features of Wood Pellet Smoker Grill Suitable Beers, Wines, and Cocktail for All Recipes And much more! Wood pellets are always messy and dirty when compared to charcoal. Your gas grill gets its coals in one place and burns them at high temperatures without producing any ash whatsoever. Wood pellets require constant cleaning to prevent clogging your chimney or vents with ashes. As a result, there will be a lot more wood pellets everywhere outside of your stove than there will be charcoal pieces on your gas grill plate. ★ 55% OFF for Bookstores! NOW at $ 42.95 instead of $ 49.95! LAST DAYS! ★ Your Customers Never Stop to Use this Awesome Cookbook! Buy it NOW and let your customers get addicted to this amazing book
Book Synopsis The Ultimate Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker Cookbook by : Kimberly Krebs
Download or read book The Ultimate Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker Cookbook written by Kimberly Krebs and published by Kimberly Krebs. This book was released on 2021-03-29 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would you like to Master your Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker and show your skills to your family and friends at the next cookout? The Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker is one of the most versatile and convenient cookers on the market, and this book takes you to know and master the trainer and make your family life better! You will find Delicious and Healthy Recipes, including: ● Vegetable & Vegetarian Recipes ● Fish And Seafood Recipes ● Poultry Recipes ● Beef, pork & Lamb Recipes ● Other Favorite Recipes I bet you crave for showstopping, no-fuss smoker and grill recipes! That's why Author decided to create The Ultimate Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker Cookbook; the most complete guide and cookbook with delicious and easy meals for your Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker. Within these tasty and unique recipes there are meals for picky eaters, fancier meals for guests, and some that are vegetarians. And with simple, stress-free instructions that require no cooking experience, there's no excuse not to cook. Get a copy of this great "The Ultimate Z Grills Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker Cookbook" and makes mouthwatering BBQ easy for you to enjoy for game days, holidays, or everyday grilling with family or friends!
Book Synopsis Pellet Smoker Cookbook by : Elliot Magnusson
Download or read book Pellet Smoker Cookbook written by Elliot Magnusson and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-21 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Pellet Smoker Recipe Bible for Smoking Meats This big book of recipes comes with step by step directions to make barbequing on your pellet smoker easy and beginner-friendly. Choose from a variety of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options to cook with delicious recipes like barbequing beef briskets, smoked turkey, salmon, pork tenderloin, and so much more. "If you want a recipe book with a ton of simple and great tasing options to look at, Elliot has your answers!"-- Myles Bonomo
Book Synopsis Traeger Grills Smoker Recipes Cookbook by : Susan Cooke
Download or read book Traeger Grills Smoker Recipes Cookbook written by Susan Cooke and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-04 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If your into succulent meats fish and everything in between then this book is for you. The purpose of this Smoker Recipe Book is to teach you the rules of the grill. Though it may seem like a no brainer there are actually a few timeless adages of meat and fire and ways to tame the flame and smoke.In this smoker recipe book you will learn to know your heat zones. A wildly hot smoker can be a dangerous proposition. When you've spent a little cash on something special you don't want the outside charred and center of the meat raw or uncooked. Nor do want the taste of barbecue fluid, so don't even think it. Lose the fluid!Also think outside the box, like forget the fork. Quit poking holes in your meats and letting out the juices. Use spatulas or tongs so as not to damage the precious meat being prepared by the awesome chef your about to become.Marvel in the marinade recipes, rubs recipes, brine's and master what is a fine art to becoming the smoker guru. One thing you also should know is like everything in this world you have to give the meat a rest too. Give your meat a chance for the juices to stop swirling wildly and absorb back into your smoked masterpiece.If you've tamed the temperature just right your meat will be as delicious as any professional at your local cook off contests Incidentally if you expect to win then your going to need these off the chart smoker recipes.Plenty of people like to pore over their recipe collection. Like myself they select the ultimate selection of recipes for their next meal improvising like a jazz musician playing his instrument. They look forward to smoking there next recipe for that exquisite ultimate flavor.The biggest goal of this book is to have you enjoying those smoked meat cravings be it beef, pork, poultry, or wild game just as soon as possible. Don't be afraid to mix and match any rub, marinade or seasonings.However do try to smoke every recipe in the book to gain the knowledge of a pro. Personally I've have no issues with the pleasures of chef dom myself.But I'm the happiest when the meal is done and it's on it's way to my mouth. Enjoy!
Book Synopsis The Detailed Dyna-Glo Smoker & Grill Cookbook by : Jennifer Jones
Download or read book The Detailed Dyna-Glo Smoker & Grill Cookbook written by Jennifer Jones and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-05 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would you like to have a tool that would support you every time you begin looking for new smoking, grilling, roasting, or baking ideas? If you answered to this questions "yes" then keep reading... In this book, you will: Find out how we got the fabulous smoker grill technology we have today and all the details of how to create culinary creations that will disappear before your eyes right after you serve them; they are that good! Open the owner's manual of the smoker grill and learn how they work and how to get what you want out of them Learn lots of grilling recipes, including your smoked Thanksgiving Turkey and wild Venison and Duck Learn everything you need, from smoking and grilling to proper preparation, curing, and preserving meat Be the absolute authority on the Dyna-Glo Smoker & Grill. Get your copy NOW!
Book Synopsis Grilled Cheese Kitchen by : Heidi Gibson
Download or read book Grilled Cheese Kitchen written by Heidi Gibson and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2016-02-16 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the grilled cheese champions—mouthwatering recipes for melty, satisfying sandwiches, plus macs, soups, pickles, sides, and more. Melted cheese between slices of toasted bread—it’s the ultimate in comfort food. After collecting multiple trophies at national grilled-cheese championships, Heidi Gibson teamed up with Nate Pollak to open The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen in San Francisco—which became a phenomenal success against all odds. In this book, the couple share dozens of unique, delicious recipes based on cheese and bread, and dozens more for tasty accompaniments from soups to tangy spreads to creative variations on mac and cheese. You’ll even find tips on choosing the best cheeses and breads and techniques for achieving the ideal melty golden-brown results every time. The classic Mousetrap is dripping with three kinds of cheese. The Piglet wows with its thinly sliced ham and sharp cheddar. And grilled cheese makes a great breakfast—just add an egg! Get tempting photos and recipes for: Green Eggs and Ham Grilled Cheese * Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese * Grilled Cheese Birthday Cake * Butternut Squash Soup * Muffaletta Grilled Cheese * Cubana Grilled Cheese * Mushroom-Gruyere Grilled Cheese * Bacon and Jalapeno Mac * Crab Mac * Kale Slaw * and so much more!
Book Synopsis Bernard Clayton's New Complete Book of Breads by : Bernard Clayton
Download or read book Bernard Clayton's New Complete Book of Breads written by Bernard Clayton and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2006-10-03 with total page 705 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thirtieth-anniversary edition of the classic baking guide provides updated advice on baking, storing, and freezing a wide assortment of breads, and includes chapters on croissants, flatbreads, brioches, and crackers.
Download or read book Meathead written by Meathead Goldwyn and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times Bestseller Named "22 Essential Cookbooks for Every Kitchen" by SeriousEats.com Named "25 Favorite Cookbooks of All Time" by Christopher Kimball Named "Best Cookbooks Of 2016" by Chicago Tribune, BBC, Wired, Epicurious, Leite's Culinaria Named "100 Best Cookbooks of All Time" by Southern Living Magazine For succulent results every time, nothing is more crucial than understanding the science behind the interaction of food, fire, heat, and smoke. This is the definitive guide to the concepts, methods, equipment, and accessories of barbecue and grilling. The founder and editor of the world's most popular BBQ and grilling website, AmazingRibs.com, “Meathead” Goldwyn applies the latest research to backyard cooking and 118 thoroughly tested recipes. He explains why dry brining is better than wet brining; how marinades really work; why rubs shouldn't have salt in them; how heat and temperature differ; the importance of digital thermometers; why searing doesn't seal in juices; how salt penetrates but spices don't; when charcoal beats gas and when gas beats charcoal; how to calibrate and tune a grill or smoker; how to keep fish from sticking; cooking with logs; the strengths and weaknesses of the new pellet cookers; tricks for rotisserie cooking; why cooking whole animals is a bad idea, which grill grates are best;and why beer-can chicken is a waste of good beer and nowhere close to the best way to cook a bird. He shatters the myths that stand in the way of perfection. Busted misconceptions include: • Myth: Bring meat to room temperature before cooking. Busted! Cold meat attracts smoke better. • Myth: Soak wood before using it. Busted! Soaking produces smoke that doesn't taste as good as dry fast-burning wood. • Myth: Bone-in steaks taste better. Busted! The calcium walls of bone have no taste and they just slow cooking. • Myth: You should sear first, then cook. Busted! Actually, that overcooks the meat. Cooking at a low temperature first and searing at the end produces evenly cooked meat. Lavishly designed with hundreds of illustrations and full-color photos by the author, this book contains all the sure-fire recipes for traditional American favorites and many more outside-the-box creations. You'll get recipes for all the great regional barbecue sauces; rubs for meats and vegetables; Last Meal Ribs, Simon & Garfunkel Chicken; Schmancy Smoked Salmon; The Ultimate Turkey; Texas Brisket; Perfect Pulled Pork; Sweet & Sour Pork with Mumbo Sauce; Whole Hog; Steakhouse Steaks; Diner Burgers; Prime Rib; Brazilian Short Ribs; Rack Of Lamb Lollipops; Huli-Huli Chicken; Smoked Trout Florida Mullet –Style; Baja Fish Tacos; Lobster, and many more.
Book Synopsis The One True Barbecue by : Rien Fertel
Download or read book The One True Barbecue written by Rien Fertel and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-05-10 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “For anyone interested in the origins, history, methods and spectacle of whole-hog barbecue, this book is essential reading...Fertel leaves readers hungry not only for barbecue but also for the barbecue country he so engagingly maps” (The Wall Street Journal). In the spirit of the oral historians who tracked down and told the stories of America’s original bluesmen, this is a journey into the southern heartland to discover the last of the great roadside whole hog pitmasters who hold onto the heritage and the secrets of America’s traditional barbecue. In The One True Barbecue, Rien Fertel chronicles the uniquely southern art of whole hog barbecue—America’s original barbecue—through the professional pitmasters who make a living firing, smoking, flipping, and cooking 200-plus pound pigs. More than one hundred years have passed since a small group of families in the Carolinas and Tennessee started roasting a whole pig over a smoky, fiery pit. Descendants of these original pitmasters are still cooking, passing down the recipes and traditions across generations to those willing to take on the grueling, dangerous task. This isn’t your typical backyard pig roast, and it’s definitely not for the faint of heart. This is barbecue at its most primitive and tasty. Fertel finds the gatekeepers of real southern barbecue-including those we tend the fire at legendary spots like Bum’s, Wilber’s, Sweatman’s, Grady’s, the Skylight Inn, and three different places named Scott’s-to tell their stories and pay homage to the diversity and beauty of this culinary tradition. These pitmasters are now influencing a new breed of chefs and barbecue enthusiasts from Nashville to Brooklyn. To quote Serious Eats: The One True Barbecue is “One damn good book about American barbecue.”
Book Synopsis Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by : John Berendt
Download or read book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil written by John Berendt and published by Random House. This book was released on 1994-01-13 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A modern classic of true crime, set in a most beguiling Southern city—now in a 30th anniversary edition with a new afterword by the author “Elegant and wicked . . . might be the first true-crime book that makes the reader want to book a bed and breakfast for an extended weekend at the scene of the crime.”—The New York Times Book Review Shots rang out in Savannah’s grandest mansion in the misty, early morning hours of May 2, 1981. Was it murder or self-defense? For nearly a decade, the shooting and its aftermath reverberated throughout this hauntingly beautiful city of moss-hung oaks and shaded squares. In this sharply observed, suspenseful, and witty narrative, John Berendt skillfully interweaves a hugely entertaining first-person account of life in this isolated remnant of the Old South with the unpredictable twists and turns of a landmark murder case. It is a spellbinding story peopled by a gallery of remarkable characters: the well-bred society ladies of the Married Woman’s Card Club; the turbulent young gigolo; the hapless recluse who owns a bottle of poison so powerful it could kill every man, woman, and child in Savannah; the aging and profane Southern belle who is the “soul of pampered self-absorption”; the uproariously funny drag queen; the acerbic and arrogant antiques dealer; the sweet-talking, piano-playing con artist; young people dancing the minuet at the black debutante ball; and Minerva, the voodoo priestess who works her magic in the graveyard at midnight. These and other Savannahians act as a Greek chorus, with Berendt revealing the alliances, hostilities, and intrigues that thrive in a town where everyone knows everyone else. Brilliantly conceived and masterfully written, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is a sublime and seductive reading experience.
