A one-of-a-kind event, the Second Annual Gathering Cookbook Fair and Tasting will bring together dozens of cookbook publishers and tasty dishes from each of them. All churches, schools, groups and individuals with cookbooks to sell are invited to participate. Cookbook shoppers pay $5 admission to taste the best recipes from cookbooks across the southeast. A recipe contest will feature "The Best of Alabama" using any Alabama food products. Alabama food products will also be sold.