Mrs. Wilkes’ Boardinghouse Cookbook: Recipes and Recollections from Her Savannah Table

September 4, 2010 · Posted in Bestselling Cooking Books · 5 Comments 


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In 1943, a young and determined Sema Wilkes took over a nondescript turn-of-the-century boardinghouse on a sun-dappled, brick street in historic downtown Savannah. Her goal was modest: to make a living by offering comfortable lodging and southern home cooking served family style in the downstairs dining room. Mrs. Wilkes’ reputation was strong and business was brisk from the beginning, but it was the coverage in Esquire and the New York Times, and even a profile on … More >>

Mrs. Wilkes’ Boardinghouse Cookbook: Recipes and Recollections from Her Savannah Table