Here’s what’s coming up at the James Beard House and around the country:
Monday, April 18, 7:00 P.M.
Praised by Esquire as an “incredible restaurant in the middle of nowhere that nobody knows about,” the 16-seat Shack spotlights the immense talents of chef Ian Boden, who now returns to the Beard House with his hand-picked group of like-minded Southern chefs.
Tuesday, April 19, 7:00 P.M.
Spinning locally sourced ingredients into tantalizing fare at his Berkshire farmhouse restaurant since 1990, chef Dan Smith practiced a farm-to-table ethos long before it emerged as a national trend. For his Gaelic May Day–inspired Beard House dinner, Smith will observe spring’s rite of passage with a luscious, locavore feast.
Wednesday, April 20, 6:30 P.M.
Celebrity Chef Tour: Charleston, SC
Wednesday, April 20, 7:00 P.M.
Jason Paskewitz cooked alongside Jose Garces at the iconic New York Four Seasons Hotel before wowing Chicago diners at the storied Pump Room and Gemini Bistro, moving on to open the Blanchard to rave reviews. Join us for a taste of the chef’s modern opulence and innovative approach to classic French cuisine.
Thursday, April 21, 7:00 P.M.
Baja Seafood and Spirits Celebration
It’s no secret that San Diego’s dining offerings are replete with pristine seafood, but one of the city’s lesser-known assets is its booming cocktail scene. You’ll get a taste of both at this Beard House dinner, with chef Jason McLeod preparing Baja seafood and acclaimed bartender Erick Castro on drinks duty.
Saturday, April 23, 6:00 P.M.
Celebrity Chef Tour: Dayton, OR
Saturday, April 23, 6:00 P.M.
If you’re searching for a spirited, second-night seder celebration, look no further—this year, pedigreed chef Raffi Cohen brings his elevated, internationally inspired cuisine to our annual Beard House feast. A frontrunner of New Israeli cooking, Cohen combines French elegance with Moroccan flare at his Tel Aviv restaurant.
