• Racing to the Table (2002) explores recipes and stories from America’s iconic racetracks. First edition hardcover with dust jacket in excellent condition. Cover
  • Racing to the Table (2002) explores recipes and stories from America’s iconic racetracks. First edition hardcover with dust jacket in excellent condition. Back Cover
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  • Racing to the Table (2002) explores recipes and stories from America’s iconic racetracks. First edition hardcover with dust jacket in excellent condition. Photo of DoubleDogDare.
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Racing to the Table: A Culinary Tour of Sporting America (2002 First Edition)

Racing to the Table: A Culinary Tour of Sporting America (2002 First Edition)

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AT A GLANCE

Title:
Racing to the Table: A Culinary Tour of Sporting America
Publisher:
Eclipse Press (A Division of The Blood-Horse)
Author:
Margaret Guthrie
Date:
2002 (First edition)
Condition:
Very good-excellent (VG-EX)
Cover:
Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages:
190
ISBN:
158150084X
Book genre:
Cookbook | Regional American Cuisine | Equestrian Culture

Recipes, stories & regional flavors from America’s legendary racetracks.

Collector’s Note

Horse racing collectibles—are prized for their connection to one of America’s most enduring sporting traditions. Collectors are drawn to these pieces for both their historical continuity and visual appeal. Items tied to specific years or events—such as annually issued Derby glasses or themed publications—are especially popular, with many enthusiasts assembling long-running series that document changes in design, branding, and cultural trends.

Whether displayed as part of a collection or used in seasonal entertaining, these objects capture the spirit of race-day tradition.

Racing to the Table: A Culinary Tour of Sporting America invites readers into the vibrant world of American racetracks and equine training grounds, where regional food traditions and sporting culture meet. Cookbook author and equestrienne Margaret Guthrie traveled to some of the nation’s most storied racing venues to uncover the dishes that define their hospitality—from clubhouse classics to trackside favorites.

Guthrie’s culinary tour spans the country, offering recipes as diverse as the landscapes that surround each track. Enjoy Mango‑Papaya Salsa and Calder Southern Comfort Hurricane from South Florida’s Calder Race Course, Cheese Grits Casserole and Derby Day Mint Julep from Churchill Downs, and a hearty Manhattan Clam Chowder from Belmont Park. For dessert lovers, Guthrie includes a memorable Red Velvet Cake from No. 10 Downing Street in Aiken, South Carolina.

This first edition (2002) is beautifully produced, featuring full‑color and vintage black and white photography, historical notes, and behind‑the‑scenes glimpses of each racetrack’s culture and cuisine. The hardcover book with dust jacket is in excellent condition, making it equally suited for the kitchen or the coffee table.

Author Biography

Margaret Guthrie developed a lifelong love of horse racing as a young girl in Philadelphia, inspired by the legendary Triple Crown winner Citation. She kept scrapbooks of his victories and learned to ride herself.

Her interest in food began in her teens and eventually leading to a prolific career as a cookbook author. Guthrie has written numerous regional and restaurant‑focused cookbooks, including The Best Recipes of Wisconsin Inns & Restaurants, The Best Midwestern Restaurant Cooking, and Quivey’s Grove. She also collaborated on Prairie: Cuisine from the Heartland and A Taste of the Northwoods.

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