The James Beard Foundation’s Beard on Books Series to Feature Dana Polan and Julia Child’s The French Chef November 16, 2011

On Wednesday, November 16th, the James Beard Foundation’s Beard on Books, an ongoing monthly literary series, Dana Polan, author of Julia Child’s The French Chef.

Dana Polan is passionate about how Julia Child’s television show transformed the cooking industry. Julia Child’ The French Chef explains how each episode was more about the discovery of a new culture and making cooking enjoyable, than just purely standard cooking instructions.

Beard on Books, an ongoing monthly literary series featuring readings and discussions with some of the food world’s most celebrated authors, is free to students with a suggested donation of $20 for nonstudents. Acqua Panna and S.Pellegrino waters, Lavazza coffees, Mighty Leaf Tea, and Green & Black’s® Organic Chocolate will be served. Sweets provided by Three Tarts. Guests are also welcome to bring a brown-bag lunch. Book signing will follow readings and discussions, and books will be available for purchase from Mobile Libris. To RSVP, please call James Beard Foundation Reservations Manager Colleen Vincent at 212.627.2308.

Official Website: http://www.jamesbeard.org/index.php?q=events_bob_111611