Lecture: High on the Hog

High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America

Jessica B. Harris is considered by many to be one of the ranking authorities on the food of the African Diaspora. A New York Times bestselling author, she is the author, editor, or translator of 18 books, including 12 cookbooks documenting the foodways of the African Diaspora. Her award-winning book, High on the Hog, was the basis for the acclaimed Netflix series of the same name.

The ISU Book Store will be at the event selling copies of Harris’ book.