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A helpful guide for book clubs reading David Leite's memoir, Notes on a Banana.

When you face the inevitable glut of ripe stone fruits you couldn't resist at the market, you're going to want these grilled chicken tacos with fruit salsa at the top of your list.

David tells the charming story of how he used to play house with a neighbor girl when he was six years old.

Chipotle mayonnaise. We dare you to make it and not find it to be awesome on almost anything—fish tacos, burgers,…

The quintessential something to sip at an elegant soirée, a large party, or just because it’s a random Tuesday night.

Every bit as boozy and as brilliant as it sounds. Inspired by the old-fashioned rum cake made in the Caribbean with dark rum in all its magnificently spiced glory.

This simple one-dish braised chicken recipe is making lots of folks really quite happy. Perhaps you should see what all the fuss is about.

Just like grandma used to make—sweet but tart, with a jammy filling and a sprinkle of nutmeg. Use fresh or frozen rhubarb to make your pie dreams come true.

A simple dipping sauce, sandwich spread, and all around awesome something to slather, dunk, or otherwise devour with anything and everything.

Not only does the exotic Middle Eastern spice blend known as baharat lend an enticing flourish to your everyday cooking, it just may make for the most exceptionally easy chicken you've ever made.

Steak marinated in beer and spices, grilled to juicy magnificence, and piled atop lightly charred tortillas. Beats plain old ground beef tacos, eh?

This Texas dry rub recipe has just the right blend of seasoning for bbq ribs, chicken, even flank steak for fajitas.

If you’re not already familiar with the sorta-but-not-too-fiery sauce known as adobo, trust us, you’re going to want to slather it on everything. Even tofu.

Yep. Barbecue pickles. They're essentially just store-bought dill slices doused with hot sauce, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Wait'll you try them.

A little tangy and not too sweet, this North Carolina style barbecue sauce is juuuuuuuuuust right.

This brilliant sandwich works with any pulled pork you've got, leftover or freshly smoked. But trust us, you won't be able to make these fast enough to keep up with the demand.

Reviews for Notes on a Banana: A Memoir of Food, Love, and Manic Depression by David Leite.

A description of Notes on a Banana: A Memoir of Food, Love, and Manic Depression by David Leite.

Behold warm tortillas piled high with sweet pulled pork, spicy chipotle coleslaw, and tangy barbecue sauce. We bet you can’t stop at one.

With its simple, soulful dry rub and foolproof instructions, this smoked pork butt means no more standing in line for takeout 'cue. Here's how to make it at home.