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On the Menu: Week of March 17

by JBF Editors on March 15, 2013

guests at the James Beard House

 

Here's what's happening at JBF and beyond next week:

 

Monday, March 18, 6:00 P.M.

Friends of James Beard Benefit: Charleston, SC

Join us for a very special Friends of James Beard Benefit dinner, when Charleston’s culinary titans will join forces for an extraordinary evening. The historic dinner at Sullivan Island’s Fort Moultrie will feature iconic Lowcountry cuisine prepared by a talented group of Charleston-based chefs, including notable JBF Award winners and nominees.

 

Monday, March 18, 7:00 P.M.

Culinary Whimsy

Adventurous diners get their kicks from R.J. Cooper’s signature brand of daring and fanciful cuisine at the aptly named Rogue 24, which Washington Magazine describes as “exciting and up to the moment.” We’re sure they’ll find... Read more >

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Daily Digest: March 14, 2013

by JBF Editors on March 14, 2013

 

The thrilling world of Piedmontese beer. [F&W]

 

Pope Francis is no foodie. [NPR]

 

The USDA's new food desert map. [NPR]

 

Translating the wine world's lexicon is no easy task in China. [WSJ]

 

Cast your vote in Slate's Martini Madness. [Slate]

 ... Read more >

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JBF on the Air: A Gastronomic Event

by Elena North-Kelly on March 13, 2013


What does it mean for food to be art? On today's episode of Taste Matters, JBF's Mitchell Davis explored this topic with Robert Valgenti, associate professor of philosophy and director of the College Colloquium at Lebanon Valley College. Listen below as Mitchell and Robert discuss the nature of art, the human experience with food, and the intersections between the two—from our obsession with celebrity chef culture to our individual responsibility as part of the larger food system.
 

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Daily Digest: March 13, 2013

by JBF Editors on March 13, 2013

 

A Belarusian sculptor makes a room entirely out of chocolate. [HuffPo]

 

No more corned beef and cabbage: fresh alternatives for St. Paddy’s day. [WSJ]

 

Are buses the next food trucks? [WP]

 

An American’s crusade to re-introduce Ecuador to coconut oil. [Smithsonian]

 ... Read more >

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Awards Watch: The 2013 Who's Who of Food & Beverage in America

by JBF Editors on March 13, 2013

Introducing the James Beard Foundation's 2013 Who's Who

 

The James Beard Foundation is proud to announce the six 2013 inductees to the Who’s Who of Food & Beverage in America. This prestigious award is given to renowned culinary professionals who have made a significant and unique contribution to the American food and beverage industry. We'll be honoring the new class at our Awards ceremony at Lincoln Center in May.

 

The 2013 Who’s Who of Food & Beverage inductees are:

 

New York Times journalist Eric Asimov

Editor Dorothy Kalins

Chef and Restaurateur Barbara Lynch

Chef and Restaurateur Zarela Martinez

Chef and Restaurateur Michael Mina

Pastry Chef and Author Bill Yosses

 

Read the full press release.

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Test Your Eat-Q: Restaurant Design

by JBF Editors on March 13, 2013

 

Design often plays a subtle role in the dining experience, but sometimes a physical feature of a restaurant can be even more memorable than your meal. Test your knowledge of unusual restaurant design by taking our latest Eat-Q test.

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Daily Digest: March 12, 2013

by JBF Editors on March 12, 2013

knives

 

Meet the knife geek of Los Angeles. [LAT]

 

Taco Bell's Cool Ranch taco is put to the test. [NPR]

 

Does food taste different in space? [Atlantic]

 

New England chefs to collaborate on a "trash fish" dinner. [Boston Globe]

 

Cooking oil fuels some KLM flights. [CBS New York]

 ... Read more >

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Daily Digest: March 11, 2013

by JBF Editors on March 11, 2013

 

Authentic poi hearkens to Hawaii’s past. [NPR]

 

Philadelphia Restaurateur Judy Wicks, known for social activism, awaits her memoir’s release. [Philly.com]

 

Jack Daniels and Jim Beam join microdistilleries in producing unaged whiskey. [Slate]

 

Top Chef’s Beverly Kim now runs a cooking class that doubles as a restaurant. [Chicago Tribune]

 ... Read more >

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Awards Watch: Next Week's Nominee Announcement

by JBF Editors on March 11, 2013

 

Let’s see: we’ve revealed the 2013 semifinalists, shared our latest batch of America’s Classics, and announced who’s hosting the ceremonies at Lincoln Center and Gotham Hall. What could be left to tell about this year’s James Beard Awards? Ah, yes: the final nominees!

 

To continue our annual tradition of unveiling the nominees in a vibrant food city, we’re bringing the Beard Awards show to Charleston on Monday, March 18. The announcement will take place at Lowndes Grove Plantation, and will begin at 11:30 AM Eas... Read more >

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The Great American School Lunch Challenge: Garces vs. Burrell

by JBF Editors on March 08, 2013

 

The James Beard Foundation is a proud supporter of Partnership for a Healthier America and their exciting initiatives that aim to solve the obesity crisis in America and make sure our kids are well fed.

 

Yesterday PHA enlisted James Beard Award–winning chef Jose Garces and Food Network personality Anne Burrell to take on school lunch. The two star chefs were paired with representatives from the Houston Independent School District and the Colonial School District outside Wilmington, Delaware. Using only healthy ingredients, following nutritional guidelines, and limited a tight budget, the two teams competed to see who could make the best school meals. Team Garces came away as the victor, presenting a menu of chicken and black bean chilaquile, pan-roasted sweet potatoes, and a graham-topped pear cup.

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