Food is one of our most universal storytellers. It carries culture, memory, and emotion—sometimes comforting, sometimes complicated.

If Memory Serves: Stories from the Table brings together 42 writers reflecting on the lasting impact of their most unforgettable food memories. This mixed-genre anthology features poetry, essays, and short stories that span every emotion.

Guest edited by James Beard Award–winning writer and historian Dr. Cynthia Greenlee, the collection offers a dynamic blend of emerging and established voices with a wide range of perspectives. Greenlee’s curatorial vision brings depth and cohesion, making this anthology an engaging, thought-provoking read for fans of food writing, memoir, and contemporary storytelling.

Cover art by KC Christmas

Cover design and interior layout by Eli Cate