Here’s what’s coming up at the James Beard House and around the country:
Monday, October 5, 7:00 P.M.
Last year perennial JBF Award nominee Matt Jennings made headlines and broke hearts in Providence when he decamped for Boston to open Townsman, one of the most hotly anticipated restaurant openings of 2015. Don’t miss this chance to see why he’s earned a cult-like following throughout New England and beyond.
Tuesday, October 6, 5:00 P.M.
The grand dame of food politics is back, and this time she’s taking on the soda industry. In her new book, Soda Politics, JBF Award winner and renowned public health advocate Marion Nestle tackles the kings of carbonation, detailing the myriad ways the soft drink industry has snuck its products into our day-to-day diets, and the steps we can take to become more conscious consumers of what we put in our cups, and in our bodies.
Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 P.M.
Known for her signature blend of Middle Eastern, Armenian, and Mediterranean flavors, Zov Karamardian wows diners with her Southern California empire of restaurants and bakeries. Join us at the Beard House to experience Karamardian’s vibrant fare right here in Manhattan.
Wednesday, October 7, 7:00 P.M.
As summer fades into fall, there’s no better time to indulge in some nationally acclaimed, stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. Join us as we welcome the white-hot, JBF Award–nominated folks from Yardbird to the Beard House for a dinner replete with homespun Southern fare.
Thursday, October 8, 6:30 P.M.
Celebrity Chef Tour: Memphis
For reservations or more information, please visit jamesbeard.org/celebrity-chef-tour. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Julie Marshall at 212.633.9145 or jmarshall@jamesbeard.org.
Thursday, October 8, 7:00 P.M.
Oakland Star
Known for its minimalist dining room and unconventional, experimental tasting menu, Oakland’s Commis was awarded a Michelin star within months of its opening. Chef James Syhabout—an alum of Manresa, the Fat Duck, and El Bulli—has earned the respect of countless food critics and diners with his extraordinary technique and masterful attention to detail.
Friday, October 9, 6:00 P.M.
For full chef lineup and event information, please visit jbftasteamerica.org.
Friday, October 9, 7:00 P.M.
For full chef lineup and event information, please visit jbftasteamerica.org.
Friday, October 9, 7:00 P.M.
Diners asking “Where’s the beef?” will find the answer at the Beard House when Angie Mar presents her ode to the protein. Mar, of Graydon Carter’s celebrity-studded chophouse, will take guests through a curated tasting of breeds and cuts from across the globe, showcasing beef’s versatility and enduring appeal to carnivores the world over.
Saturday, October 10, 7:00 P.M.
San Francisco’s RN74 is named after the route that runs through the Burgundy region of France. Not surprisingly, the Michael Mina–owned “urban wine bar” has won Wine Spectator’s highest honor every year since 2010. Join acclaimed chef Adam Sobel for a wine-centric menu of regional French cuisine with contemporary American touches.
