The Smithfield Cookbook: 350 Years of Dining Traditions from Smithfield and Isle of Wight County Virginia

Historic Smithfield and Isle of Wight County, Virginia are home to the famed Smithfield ham and a distinctive cuisine that has evolved over 400 years. Our food and dining traditions are rooted in our ham and pork products, our rich seafood heritage, our love of the land and the influences of the many people who have called this area home.

The Woman's Club of Smithfield Cookbook celebrates our local history and traditional foods. It features classic and prized family recipes, local history, traditions, lore and family stories. It is truly a treasure for your kitchen library and a wonderful gift for your family and friends.