Renowned cookbook author and beach lover, Kent Whitaker, takes readers on a delicious and scenic journey through the Gulf Coast states of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida in this vividly colorful new cookbook. The book features the Gulf Coast's most popular seafood dishes, as well as fresh new recipes that are sure to become classics. There are so many delectable recipes to choose from in this book. Recipes like Grilled Zesty Shark Steaks with Easy Pineapple Salsa will please even the most discerning seafood fan who can then indulge their sweet tooth with mouth-watering Coastal Sunshine Orange Squares. Beach lovers who live with the sand between their toes or those who simply enjoy the occasional beach vacation will love Fried Apalachicola Oysters and Kent's Cheese Hushpuppies. And anyone who loves the heritage and history of the Gulf Coast will appreciate the versatility of this beautiful new seafood cookbook.