Pat Willard Stories

A collection of stories circling around growing up, family, women, adult crap, history, American culture, strange places, necessary encounters and people almost always in the presence of food.

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“I just read "Dennis & Me" and was touched by Pat Willard's wisdom and her clean, clear writing. Lovely!”
Nancy Harmon Jenkins, On the Kitchen Porch
“Pat and I share a deep admiration for a food writer who hasn't been in the limelight but really should be, Clementine Paddleford. Much like Paddleford, Pat travels the country to bring you the stories of the "restless cuisine" called American food.”
Leigh Olson, The Heritage Cookbook Project Weekly
“The Dahlias have a special interest in America Eats. (Find out why in 2024.)”
Susan Wittig Albert, Thyme, Place & Story