It is absolutely divine. This book is the testimony of a region, a group of people and a family. Enjoy the following recipe from the book. It is delicious. While clams in chowder can sometimes become a bit tough.
Fresh oysters stay plump and salty-sweet, and rendered salt pork adds a depth of flavor.
Use oyster liquor for flavor and potatoes for thickening. Add the salt pork and cook to render for about 5 minutes, or until fat is clear and colorless, stirring occasionally. Add the onions, celery, garlic, and peppers, and cook for about 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender and onions are clear. Add the flour, stirring constantly so that nothing sticks to the bottom during cooking. Cook for about 2 minutes or until the flour is well distributed and the mixture thickens.