The subtitle for Cuisines of the Southwest, is "An Illustrated Food History with more than 160 Regional Recipes." As it says on the back cover: "At last, a food history-based cookbook that captures the spirit and the flavors of evolving cuisines from the American Southwest! From southwestern Texas through New Mexico and on to Arizona, discover the Southwest's culinary history, unique ingredients, and flavorful recipes." The author, Dave DeWitt is "aka the Pope of Peppers" . He lives in Albuquerque's South Valley. Published by Golden West Publishers, Paperback, 232 pages.