In this cookbook, the author combines her experiences of learning about many things GEORGIA GROWN - slavery, slaves gifts and endurance, Negro education, freedom and food preferences. There are many recipes that are generational and made popular throughout the world. Overall, the cookbook is historical and a collection of Peach Countys favorite recipes.

Sharon Hunt is a freelance writer. She is a registered dietitian. She has retired from Teaching food preparation for many years at a Historically Black College and University. She has done extensive study on African-American history from slavery until present day. She has studied recipe development at Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma and Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas. Ms. Hunt is a charter member of the Warner Robins Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority in Warner Robins, Georgia.