Recipe Retrospective

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Exploring the often-overlooked history of women, this book reflects on the fleeting legacies of family recipes and the connections they forge. The author, Roberta Allen, seeks to reclaim her heritage through culinary experimentation, focusing on bacon-centric dishes in her Oak Bay kitchen. With a backdrop of generational loss and the absence of cherished keepsakes, the narrative emphasizes the importance of preserving women's stories and traditions, suggesting that the act of cooking can serve as a powerful means of remembrance and connection.