July 14:
Fete de Cochon - It's a Pig Party!
Harry's Farmers Market (Alpharetta)
1180 Upper Hembree Road
Alpharetta, GA 30076
(770) 442-3354

There is no denying the culinary implications of the pig...it's a gastronomical delight! This evening we'll celebrate all forms of the well-loved white meat with a "Fête de Cochon", a Pig Party. French-trained chef and cookbook author Virginia Willis leads the festivities with her Southern twist on all things pig. Learn how to properly braise, brine, and roast pork to perfection. Bon Appétit Ya'll!

Menu: Milk Braised Garlic Studded Pork Roast Stuffed with Citrus Farcie; Sweet Tea Brined Pork Chops with Mint Pistou; Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Roast Peach Salsa; and Braised Pork Belly with Espresso Red Eye Gravy.

July 17:
Persimmon Creek Wine Dinner
(706) 212-7380
7:00 PM
$95 per person, including tax & gratuity

Butterbean Mash with Ricotta Croustades; Pickled Vegetable Crudite with Horseradish Dipping Sauce; Olive Provencal Puffs; Chilled Heirloom Tomato Soup with Herb Granita; Roast Quail with Biscuit and Bacon Farcie; Leg of Lamb with Pecan Mint Pistou; Low Country Risotto with Sweet Onions; Burnt Beans with Buttery Peaches; Persimmon Creek Riesling Cornmeal Cake with Blueberry Tarragon Compote and Vanilla Cream


July 20:
Cookbook Publishing 101
Southern Food and Beverage Museum
1 Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Tuition: $199

Topics covered during this program include:

  1. Helpful resources for locating and working with a literary agent
  2. Pros and Cons of Working with an literary agent
  3. What exactly is a cookbook proposal and how do I create one
  4. Building marketing, platform, and brand Recipe research, writing, and testing
  5. Proposals and cover letters
  6. Crafting your Unique Selling Point
  7. Nuts and bolts — practical finances and what to expect
  8. Agent as advocate during the publishing process
  9. Getting to know the players in the culinary publishing world
  10. Organizations to network through and join
  11. Self Publishing options and possibilities

For more information, please check out http://www.lisaekus.com/up comingevents.asp. To register, visit http://southernfood.org/sofab/explore/events/cookbook-publishing-101/.


July 26:
Atlanta Community Food Bank's Simple Abundance - Summer Supper
Demonstration & Tasting
The Cook's Warehouse (Midtown / Ansley Mall)
1544 Piedmont Road, Ste. 403-R
Atlanta, GA 30324
7:00 - 9:00 PM
$55

A renowned author, food stylist, and chef, Virginia Willis brings her wit, charm and extensive culinary expertise back to Simple Abundance showcasing delicious simple summer flavors. Chef Willis will show the class how to prepare Quick Pickled Summer Vegetables with Basil Aioli, High Cotton Brunswick Stew, Low Country Risotto with Vidalia Onions and Herbs, and Dark Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Frosting and Vanilla Cream. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by National Distributors and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, and Cabot Cheese. 100% of proceeds benefits The Atlanta Community Food Bank. Click here to reserve your seat!