November Culinary Calendar
Other than Thanksgiving; Food, Wine, Cooking Events this Month
Nov 8, 2008
Culinary events ramp up in the fall, perhaps a class with a star chef would make the perfect gift? Holidays are here and we want to brush up our cooking skills - learn to make a perfect pie crust before Thanksgiving. It's easy and you can learn how, here.
We also want to attend the benefits and fundraisers with our favorite celebrity chefs, culinary stars and support our community programs in tasty ways. Here are a few not-to-be missed events this month.
November 3 -17 - Comfort Food Recipe Contest. Hey, it's not just about A-list celebrity events. What is your go-to comfort food dish? The one that makes your loved ones swoon? Why not test your chops in this contest hosted by MarxFoods. Since the Marx family emigrated to the US in the late 1800s this business has expanded from butchering to all things gourmet. Fancy or not, we all need our comfort foods when the weather turns. Throw your toque (or wooden spoon) into the ring and you may come away with $250 to spend on gourmet groceries. See MarxFoods.com for details.
November 13-15 - New York City - Dumplings and Dynasties hosted by the James Beard Foundation. Regional Chinese cuisine is just becoming known to us here. Just as we once thought all Italian food was the same, we are awakening to the regional foods of this ancient and contemporary cuisine. Learn about history, culture and food of China from Chinese chefs, both local and International. See www.JBFChina2008.com.
November 15, 16 - Providence, RI - Farmstead and La Laiterie - Supporting local and artisan cheesemakers and producers this unique spot offers tastings and in store lessons. Perfect for your holiday table, learn about artisanal cheeses in this chef owned-operated store and resto. Matt & Kate Jennings offer unique locally made, produced artisan meats, cheeses and more. A gem of a resource for foodies in the area. www.farmsteadinc.com
November 17 - Chef Laurent Tourondel and D'Artagnan Owner Ariane Daguin host a five-course D'Artagnan Game Tasting Dinner on Monday, November 17. To reserve, call BLT Market: 212.521.6125 This is an amazing menu with top chefs and exquisite game. Pheasant anyone?
November 28 - Willamette Valley, OR - Various wineries are open to the pubic, featuring Oregon wines, artisan cheese tastings and more. see www.WillametteWines.com.
- Don't forget as you begin holiday preparations to check our recipes, tips and checklists here.
- Also, if there's something you want to ask, a recipe you're looking for, some inspiration needed...start a discussion. We're always here! Or email me, happy to help.
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