On the Menu: Week of August 3

Here’s what’s coming up at the James Beard House and around the country:

Monday, August 3, 7:00 P.M.

Modern Texan Elegance 

After coming up the ranks under the tutelage of culinary icons Marcus Samuelsson and Michael Mina, Dallas native Blaine Staniford returned to the Lone Star State to make a name for himself on his home turf. Now at the helm of Fort Worth’s acclaimed Grace, Staniford churns out inventive and modern American fare that’s firmly rooted in Texas terroir.

Wednesday, August 5, 7:00 P.M.

Baltimore Farm Fling

A fifth-generation family operation, Richardson Farms provides its in-demand produce to the best restaurants in Baltimore. At this special Beard House dinner, Charm City chefs and friends Cyrus Keefer and Winston Blick join farm chef Ben Simpkins to create a delectable summer-bounty feast.

Thursday, August 6, 7:00 P.M.

Chefs’ Night off Indy

Join the most talented chefs in and around Indianapolis as they take over the Beard House kitchen and let loose as part of Chefs’ Night Off Indy, an ongoing series of “pirate dinners.” This pop-up concept will feature a laid-back, dinner party atmosphere with some seriously incredible food and cocktails.