Gazelle contributor Suzanne Corbett returns to The Field House Museum for a talk on her latest book, “A Culinary History of Missouri: Foodways & Iconic Dishes of the Show-Me State,” which she co-authored with Deborah Reinhardt.
The history of food in Missouri stretches from the earliest days of Native American settlers to the chefs and unique food companies on The Hill, and this book covers it all.
For this program, Corbett will take guests from early days to the present time as she explores the plates and tastes that have made way for iconic Missouri dishes, like Kansas City burnt ends, St. Louis gooey butter cake and Springfield cashew chicken.
The free program runs from 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, March 25, with limited availability in person and on Zoom. Reservations must be made in advance through Eventbrite, by calling the museum at (314) 421-4689, or sending an email to info@fieldhousemuseum.org. Books may be purchased ahead of time for signing through the museum’s online shop, while supplies last.
About the Speaker
Corbett is a national award-winning writer and media producer. In addition to Gazelle, she contributes to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, realfoodtraveler.com, AAA Traveler and AAA World magazines, and more. She is author of the award-winning books “The Gilded Table: Recipes and Table History from the Campbell House,” “Pushcarts & Stalls: The Soulard Market History Cookbook” and “Unique Eats and Eateries of St. Louis.” She is the winner of two Telly Awards, a Davey Award, the recipient of the Missouri Media Award from the Department of Agriculture Missouri Wine and Grape Program, and the Quest Award from the National Federation of Press Women’s Missouri affiliate.
About the Field House Museum
The Field House Museum is a dynamic museum and historic site focused on the Field family. The historic house was once the home of Roswell Field, noted St. Louis attorney, and the birthplace of his son, Eugene Field, the “Poet of Childhood.” While living in the home, Roswell Field became the key attorney in the Dred & Harriet Scott Freedom Suit when he formulated the legal strategy that propelled the case to federal court. The house is designated a National Historic Landmark and has an attached museum featuring the Field House Museum’s many collections and traveling exhibits.
Visitor Information
Admission is $10 for adults; $5 for children 7-16. Members and children 6 and under get in free. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday–Saturday, and noon to 4 p.m., Sunday. For general information, call (314) 421-4689, send an email to info@fieldhousemuseum.org or visit fieldhousemuseum.org.
