The James Beard Foundation’s Beard on Books Series to feature Hugh Acheson, A New Turn in the South: Southern Flavors Reinvented May 16, 2012

On Wednesday, May 16th, critically acclaimed and multiple James Beard Award-nominee Hugh Acheson will be visiting the historic James Beard House to read selections from his inspiring and innovative cookbook, A New Turn in the South: Southern Flavors Reinvented for Your Kitchen. Fostering a deep connection with his adopted home state of Georgia, Acheson celebrates the flavors of southern local bounty with a sophisticated twist in his collection of recipes designed for the modern home cook.

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, Le Palais des Thés, 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/events/beard-books-051612