Presented by Andrew F. Smith, Author/Editor
Sugar has been on our minds for millennia. First cultivated in New Guinea around ten thousand years ago, and extremely expensive until the Industrial Revolution, this addictive sweetener has come to dominate our appetites—whether in candy, desserts, soft drinks, processed food, or even pasta sauces. Continue reading
Presented by Richard Bowen, PhD, writer, psychologist
The hot dog is undoubtedly more American than apple pie and Chicago has for many years been the hot dog capital of the United States. Dr. Rich Bowen is author of Hot Dog Chicago (1983) a book that offered reviews of 150 hot dog stands. Continue reading
Writing a book about a dinner
about a book about dinner
Presented by Christopher ‘Bull’ Garlington, writer, humorist
The Treasury of Great Recipes was Vincent Price’s labor of love to bring haute cuisine to the masses. The Treasury was published in 1965, when local author, Bull Garlington, was learning how to walk in Birmingham, AL. His pop, a union plumber, bought the book thinking he’d cook everything in it. 50 years later, Garlington is about to make good on his father’s promise with a blog, a book, and a secret underground luxury dinner. Continue reading
Vincent Clarence Price was born in Troy, New York on December 11, 1832. He moved to Waukegan, Il around 1860. He promoted the use of baking powder and joined with a local banker to manufacture and distribute it. The company sold many products in addition to baking powder. After selling off the business Dr. Price opened the Price Flavoring Extract Co. again with a wide range of food products. He also began the Price Cereal Food Co and Pan Confection Co. Dr. Price died on July 12, 1914. Continue reading
Chicago Hosts 25th Anniversary of James Beard Foundation Awards
Presented by Susan Ungaro, President
James Beard Foundation, New York
With a special introduction by
Steve Dolinsky,
13-time James Beard Award-winning food reporter (ABC 7)
Just who was James Beard and why did he have such a profound impact on America’s culinary scene? Who better to answer this question than Susan Ungaro, president of the James Beard Foundation, the country’s preeminent culinary organization dedicated to celebrating, nurturing, and honoring America’s diverse culinary heritage through programs that educate and inspire. Continue reading