Pye Theriot

Caribbean Crosswinds

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Caribbean Crosswinds: The Virgin Islands - Stories, Flavors, and Coastal Traditions from the U.S. & B.V.I. Caribbean Crosswinds is a richly woven exploration of the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, blending travel narrative, cultural history, and culinary tradition into a compelling portrait of one of the Caribbean's most vibrant regions. Through vivid storytelling and engaging encounters, the book follows Pete and Charlie aboard Seadreamer I as they journey across St. Thomas, St. John, Virgin Gorda, Norman Island, and beyond-meeting the people whose lives, recipes, and memories shape island identity. Each chapter highlights a different island, offering insight into its character, heritage, and connection to the sea. Readers experience bustling markets at dawn, quiet coves framed by volcanic rock, open-air kitchens scented with charcoal and citrus, and coastal villages where stories are carried in both food and folklore. From wood-grilled snapper and johnnycakes to goat water, fungi, and handcrafted pastries, the culinary traditions of the Virgin Islands reveal the resilience, resourcefulness, and creativity of generations. The narrative goes beyond travel impressions to explore the deeper forces that define Caribbean life: the legacy of migration, the endurance of community, and the cultural memory preserved in recipes, festivals, music, and craft. Conversations with fishermen mending nets, cooks tending family recipes, artisans shaping driftwood and clay, and elders recounting oral history give readers a grounded understanding of the region's past and present. Themes of ecological stewardship and coastal preservation run throughout the book, acknowledging the fragile beauty of reefs, mangroves, and beaches, along with the community-led efforts to protect them. Hurricanes, shifting tides, and changing climates are portrayed not as abstractions but as lived realities that islanders meet with strength and collective spirit.Written with warmth, respect, and detail, Caribbean Crosswinds offers readers an immersive view of island life and a deeper appreciation for the cultures that define the Virgin Islands. Perfect for travelers, food lovers, cultural readers, and anyone drawn to the sea, this book celebrates the people, places, and flavors that make the Caribbean unforgettable.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Coastal Foodies of Florida LLC
• Seitenzahl: 100
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 228g
• ISBN-13: 9798330579082
• Artikelnr.: 75984135

Autorenporträt

Pye Theriot is a lifelong food lover, storyteller, and coastal adventurer whose work celebrates the magic found where land meets sea - and where good food brings people together. Born with a Cajun heart and a Gulf Coast soul, Pye grew up surrounded by the flavors, laughter, and traditions of Louisiana's kitchens and Florida's beaches. Those early memories of family gatherings, local markets, and cast-iron pots simmering with gumbo became the foundation for a lifetime spent exploring the connection between culture, cuisine, and conservation.As founder of Coastal Foodies of Florida LLC, Pye has combined his passions for storytelling, culinary education, and ocean stewardship into a creative mission: to teach others that every meal tells a story, and every choice can help protect the waters that feed us. His work spans food and travel writing, children's literature, and environmental outreach - all united by the belief that cooking is both an art and an act of care. Through Coastal Foodies, he partners with chefs, educators, and conservation groups to highlight local ingredients, traditional recipes, and the people who keep coastal communities thriving.The Pescado Pete's Traveling Culinary School series grew out of that mission - a joyful blend of adventure, humor, and hands-on learning designed to inspire the next generation of food lovers and ocean caretakers. Pye's colorful storytelling invites readers to taste the world, one coastline at a time, while discovering how small everyday actions can make a lasting difference for the planet.When he's not writing or developing new projects, Pye can often be found exploring Florida's Panhandle with his wife, Janet, his creative partner and fellow traveler. Together, they have built a life around discovery - photographing shorebirds, sampling local seafood, and meeting the people whose stories shape the spirit of the coast.Deeply rooted in the rhythms of the Gulf and guided by a passion for preservation, Pye continues to share his belief that the best adventures start in the kitchen - with an open heart, a shared table, and a love for the sea.