The book is genius!! My 33 yr old sister calls it her new recipe book and says for the first time in her life she is enjoying cooking. Scott Pea is a gift. (11 replies, last updated by Ken November 22, 2003)

There is an article about the relationship between Scott Pea, the chef, Emily Saliers, the owner, and Ms Edna Lweis, the link to the old south. The link is below. You may need to sign up for the NYT website. The good news is that... (0 replies, last updated by Phaedrus July 6, 2005)

“The Gift of Southern Cooking” by Scott Pea and the late Edna Lewis. Here is review of the book from Epicurious: http://www.epicurious.com/features/cookbooks/reviews/2003/lewis (2 replies, last updated by Ora July 14, 2007)

close, but the best are Scott Pea's biscuits at Watershed in Decatur. with gravy. (5 replies, last updated by ChrisN March 16, 2004)

Edna Lewis and Scott Pea wrote a wonderful book called THE GIFT OF SOUTHERN COOKING. On pg. 68 there is a discussion of Field Peas that begins, "Field peas are a distinct but sometimes confusing family of legumes, with many... (6 replies, last updated by Karl S October 15, 2006)

. They couldn’t beat the ridiculously exceptional Scott Pea biscuits I had at Slow Food, but they came awfully close. The quiche comes with two options: meat or vegetarian. We had the meat version, with sausage, and it was... (0 replies, last updated by pane September 2, 2008)

or MARTA trip, head to Decatur for either Cakes & Ale, low-key, local farm to table restaurant. Or try Watershed, Scott Pea's excellent Southern “gourmet.” Dogwood is new, have not heard anything one way or another.... (3 replies, last updated by aka frank August 14, 2008)

The Watershed in Decatur is fantastic, and because of its Southern roots would be a good homecoming. Chef Scott Pea is getting famous. Thumbs Up Diner (3 locations) - yummy for breakfast, good service. (3 replies, last updated by kojikiri March 23, 2007)

Watershed would definitely be one of my choices because the chef, Scott Pea, is very influenced by all things southern (including Edna Lewis). Be thankful you have a car! It will make a huge difference. Can’t speak to... (3 replies, last updated by Milt October 20, 2004)

If you’re in Atlanta on a Tuesday,you really don’t want to miss the fried chicken special at Watershed (406 W. Ponce DeLeon, Decatur). The restaurant is run by Chef Scott Pea who published a fantastic cookbook with... (3 replies, last updated by Gator October 15, 2003)

I just found out that the James Beard Foundation Best Chef for the S.E. went to Scott Pea at the Watershed just outside of Atlanta. I’ve never been. How is it? (7 replies, last updated by ursa minor May 11, 2007)

I am tempted to try a Lane Cake for T-day... Saw a great recipe in one of my favorite cookbooks “Gift of Southern Cooking” by Scott Pea and Miss Edna Lewis...recipe was originally printed in 1898, as I recall and it... (9 replies, last updated by alkapal July 16, 2008)

This is very sad news, although she had been in declining health for a number of years. Great credit goes to Scott Pea, who took her in, took care of her, even when she was in an advanced state of dementia, and co-authored a cook... (9 replies, last updated by The Chowhound Team February 15, 2006)

Beard Award-winning chef Scott Pea's Watershed in Decatur. True Southern cooking and a surprisingly good wine list. The Brick Store Pub on the square in Decatur is one of the nation’s best beer stops. If you have time and a... (3 replies, last updated by aka frank June 20, 2008)

Second Edna Lewis. Also recommend Lewis and Scott Pea, The Gift of Southern Cooking. Beautiful book, wonderful recipes, and really well-written. Much of Miss Lewis' Virginia heritage is on display. A great gift book. (5 replies, last updated by Splendid Spatula May 7, 2008)