Acclaimed Author Ruth Reichl in Palo Alto Oct. 7

OSHMAN FAMILY JCC PRESENTS
ACCLAIMED AUTHOR RUTH REICHL
FOR A READING AND DISCUSSION OF “MY KITCHEN YEAR”
October 7, 2015

Oshman Family JCC presents acclaimed author Ruth Reichl for a reading and discussion of her book, My Kitchen Year. The book follows the change of seasons—and Reichl’s emotions—as she slowly heals through the simple pleasures of cooking. While working 24/7, former editor-in-chief of Gourmet Magazine Reichl would throw quick meals together for her family and friends. After Gourmet closed its doors, she had the time to rediscover what cooking meant to her.

Over the course of her challenging transitional year, each dish Reichl prepared became a stepping stone to finding joy in ordinary things. The 136 recipes collected in her book represent a life’s passion for food. These diverse recipes include a blistering ma po tofu that shook Reichl out of the blues, a decadent grilled cheese sandwich that accompanied a rare sighting in the woods around her home, and a rhubarb sundae that signaled the arrival of spring, among others.

Reichl served as Editor in Chief of Gourmet Magazine from 1999 to 2009. Prior to joining Gourmet, she was the restaurant critic at both The New York Times (1993-1999) and the Los Angeles Times (1984-1993), where she was also named Food Editor. As co-owner of The Swallow Restaurant from 1974 to 1977, she played a part in the culinary revolution that took place in Berkeley, California. In the years that followed, she served as restaurant critic for New West and California magazines.

WHERE: Oshman Family JCC- Schultz Cultural Arts Hall
3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto

WHEN: Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 12pm
Check In: 11:30am | Program: 12pm | Book Signing: 1:00pm

TICKETS: For tickets ($12-$55) and more information the public may visit http://paloaltojcc.org/Events/my-kitchen-year-a-conversation-with-author-ruth-reichl or call (650) 223-8649.

About the Oshman Family JCC
The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) on the Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life serves the South Peninsula through educational, social, cultural, fitness, sports and other programs. The OFJCC is a multi-generational Jewish neighborhood where all are welcome and which fosters new personal and community connections through rich and rewarding experiences. The OFJCC provides a common ground for Jewish institutions, other local groups, organizations and individuals to work, learn and play together for the betterment of the whole community. The OFJCC’s registered trademark is Live Fully®. For more information, visit www.paloaltojcc.org or call (650) 223-8700.