Kitchens of the Great Midwest by Ryan J Stradal

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Born into a food-obsessed family, Eva Thorvald finds he solace and salvation in the flavors of her native Minnesota. From Scandinavian lutefisk to hydroponic habaneros, each ingredient represents one step in Eva’s journey as she becomes the chef behind a legendary pop-up supper club, culminating in an opulent feast that’s a testament to her spirit and resilience. 

By turns quirky, hilarious, and vividly sensory, Kitchens of the Great Midwest is about the bittersweet nature of life–its missed opportunities and its joyful surprises.