Think the Midwest is all cornfields and cow tipping? Shelly Westerhausen, author of the cookbook Vegetarian Heartland, joins us for this episode about adventurous eating in the Midwest. Shelly shares about her story growing up in the Midwest as a vegetarian, and how this overlooked region is full of culture, vibrant food, waterfalls, caves, and forests. We chat recipe ideas galore, and her favorite delicious restaurants in the heartland of America. (Giveaway included!)
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Bloomington, Indiana:
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Chicago:
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GIVEAWAY!
We’re partnering with Chronicle Books to give away a copy of Vegetarian Heartland, along with a delicious artisan barbecue spice blend made by the author herself! US Only, entries good until June 2. For a chance to win, leave a comment below and answer this question: Tell us about an adventure in the Midwest that you’ve had, or hope to have?