Mechanics’ Institute: World Food Day: The Stories of Our Everyday Ingredients

Co-presented with Mechanics’ Institute

In San Francisco, where we have access to a multitude of international ingredients, our kitchens tell a story of globalization, experimentation, and cross-cultural cuisine. To celebrate World Food Day, food writers, cookbook authors, and local chefs have been invited to dive into their pantries and discuss the origins of their favorite food items. Featuring Sara Calvosa Olson, Linda Tay Esposito, and Nandita Godbole, the panel will showcase their favorite ingredients and discuss the history of the ingredient and how it speaks to their heritage, culture, and home country. The ingredients will be displayed on an exploration table which the audience will get to touch, smell, and taste. Moderated by Cecilia Phillips of KQED’s Check Please! and Beyond The Menu. Doors at 5:30pm. $5 for MI members, $15 for the public

​Book sales for this event coordinated by Book Passage