Ahead of his appearance at the Arkansas Literary Festival, acclaimed author and critic Morgan Murphy talks with the Foodcast about his travels around the South searching for unique and memorable restaurants. We discuss his stops in Arkansas, including Charlotte's Eats and Sweets, Rhoda's Famous Hot Tamales, and The Main Cheese. We also discuss Arkansas' contribution to America's bacon obsession and why bourbon reigns as king of Southern spirits. Murphy's new book "Off the Eaten Path: On the Road Again" hits bookshelves on May 5.