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Ruth Reichl, Former Gourmet Editor & Author of "My Kitchen Year"

Join Ruth Reichl, former Gourmet Editor, New York Times Food Critic and Bestselling Author at the Commonwealth Club.


Reichl, Gourmet magazine’s editor-in-chief was stunned when the publication abruptly closed in 2009. Filled with uncertainty, Reichl turned to the one place that always provided her comfort – the kitchen.

Reichl reflects on that difficult emotional period and describes how the simple pleasures of cooking helped her heal and find joy again. She shares her newest collection of recipes that embrace her undeniable passion for food.

Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Time: 11:30 p.m. Check-In; 12:00 p.m. Program; 1:00 p.m. Book Signing
Location: Schultz Cultural Hall, Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
Price: General: $15 Members; $20 Non-Members
Premium: $45 Members and Non-Members (includes copy of book and priority seating)

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