Classic Restaurants of Des Moines and Their Recipes - (American Palate) by Darcy Dougherty-Maulsby (Paperback)

The "Iowa History one plate at a time...

With Italian steakhouses, the Younkers Tea Room and Stella's Blue Sky Diner, Des Moines' culinary history is tantalizingly diverse." book is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of Iowa.

Filled with vivid characters, including bootlegger/millionaire bus boy Babe Bisignano and future president Ronald Reagan, this book takes readers on a journey through the state's history, revealing deeper stories of race relations, women's rights, politics, and immigration.

With iconic recipes included, you'll find yourself craving Steak de Burgo, fried pork tenderloin sandwiches, and chocolate ambrosia pie as you turn the pages.

Don't miss out on this delicious journey through Iowa's past!