James Beard News

The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center of Palo Alto proudly presents the stellar line-up for its Fall 2017-2018 Arts & Dialogues series, featuring world-renowned musicians, artists, and a host of fascinating thinkers, doers, and innovators. Beginning in September and continuing through December, the OFJCC will host spectacular performances from globally acclaimed instrumentalists such as Israeli cellist Amit Peled and Yeshiva University's The Maccabeats a cappella phenomena. The Jazz Giants series will have audience members swaying along to the mesmerizing sounds of trumpeter Avishai Cohen, and the infectious rhythms of multi-award-winning jazz pianist Kenny Barron. Families will love the whimsical and interactive Amazing Bubble Man, and the much-anticipated return of Opera for Families provides an enriching introduction to the art form for youth of all ages. In December, acclaimed actor Bill Murray will charm audiences with his unique brand of wit in a rare live performance with distinguished German cellist Jan Vogler, in a one-of-a-kind experience combining literature and classical music.

Living for love and art, Diamond Horseshoe Ball kicks off Pittsburgh Opera's 79th season

In 2018, Arnaud's Restaurant one of the oldest family-operated restaurants in the country will celebrate 100 years of serving authentic Creole cuisine in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter. The menu, featuring items named after friends and loved ones, contains many items that have remained nearly untouched, along with a handful of options introduced over recent years. Revered as a grande dame of Creole dining, the restaurant will invite the community and customers, old and new, to celebrate the milestone through special events, new menu items and partnerships with local organizations, to take place throughout the year.

“Pati's Mexican Table,” the hit PBS cooking and travel series from acclaimed chef and author Pati Jinich, will premiere its sixth season on public television stations nationwide the weekend of September 9.

Culinary explorer Andrew Zimmern travels back in time to rediscover the forgotten cuisines that embody the adventurous spirit of America's earliest pioneers. Travel Channel's BIZARRE FOODS with Andrew Zimmern, premiering Today, July 25 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT

BJ's Wholesale Club is joining forces with Ellie Krieger, host and executive producer of the Public Television cooking series "Ellie's Real Good Food" and leading go-to nutritionist, on a summer series of fresh, healthy recipes and food-shopping tips. Throughout the summer, BJ's and Krieger will share original recipes on their social media platforms and offer expert tips on how to shop smart and save smart when it comes to food.

The 2017 Summer Fancy Food Show, held June 25-27 at the Javits Center in New York City, remains the premier place to spot the newest trends in specialty food. After all, with more than 2,600 exhibitors from around the world showcasing 180,000 different specialty food and beverage products, it's the largest specialty food trade show in North America. With such an array to consider, the Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel had quite a job exploring the show floor daily to discover on-trend product innovations.

Terralina Crafted Italian, a new dining experience curated by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tony Mantuano, will open this fall at Disney Springs. The new restaurant, which will replace the space at The Landing previously occupied by Portobello Country Italian Trattoria, is currently undergoing a multi-million dollar makeover inspired by the design and lifestyle of Italy's Lake District.

MOVEABLE FEAST WITH FINE COOKING fires up Season 5 by tapping renowned chef Curtis Stone as a new co-host and by covering even more ground.

The stars have aligned with the return of multi-platinum selling band DNCE aboard Royal Caribbean International for a live musical performance to celebrate the Great American Eclipse, a phenomenon 99 years in the making.

Dogfish Head is excited to share that craft beer CAN fans CAN enjoy SeaQuench Ale, Flesh & Blood IPA, and 60 Minute IPA in CANS! These off-centered ales are the perfect partners to take with you when you head out on your summer adventures. Grab some cans, create your trail and explore the goodness in your neighborhood, your city or around the country. You CAN take it with you!

The James Beard Foundation (JBF) is challenging restaurants and diners nationwide to reach for a better burger this summer a blended burger which adds at least 25 percent earth-friendly mushrooms into the patty. The Blended Burger Project kicked off on May 29 with more than 350 restaurants participating across 45 states, from fine dining to chain operators.

Culinary explorer Andrew Zimmern travels back in time to rediscover the forgotten cuisines that embody the adventurous spirit of America's earliest pioneers. Travel Channel's BIZARRE FOODS with Andrew Zimmern, premiering Tuesday, July 25 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT

The longstanding Cape Cod icon, Chatham Bars Inn, is partnering with acclaimed Boston-based Chef Jody Adams to offer an exciting seasonal culinary experience at STARS restaurant. The James Beard Award-winning chef behind legendary restaurants Rialto, TRADE, Porto and Saloniki will preside over the summer pop-up's menu and atmosphere, bringing a relaxed yet refined take on classic Cape Cod summer fare, informed by the Chatham Bars Inn proprietary Farm, fresh local seafood from Chatham Harbor and her expertise in Mediterranean cuisine, blending those flavors and techniques with New England ingredients.

Today, EAT (RED) SAVE LIVES led by Chef Mario Batali brings the culinary world to the table to raise money for The Global Fund and awareness around the AIDS fight, with activations across the United States and around the world on social media.

Wines from Spain, a division of the Trade Commission of Spain, is sponsoring the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen for the 25th consecutive year. Since the first Classic in 1978, the event has been used to kick off the Aspen summer season and features wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, featured speakers and cooking competitions. Once again, Wines from Spain looks forward to its participation as the only country with its own dedicated wine tent.

The culinary journey of AMERICAN MASTERS 'Chefs Flight' - four documentaries on legendary chefs - continues with a profile on Jacques Pépin, a young immigrant with movie-star looks and a charming Gallic accent, who elevated essential kitchen techniques to an art form to become one of America's most beloved food icons.

Recently named AAA's Top Destination for Memorial Day Travel, Orlando is unveiling some of the largest expansions in theme park history this week, from the enchanting alien world of Pandora to the island paradise of Volcano Bay. These historic openings are the culmination of a year filled with new offerings including phenomenal dining options and brand new resorts. It's one of the most exciting times to be in Orlando, where all-new adventure, thrills and family fun await visitors looking for an unforgettable summer vacation.

The World Science Festival has announced complete programming for the  10th anniversary Festival, which will bring science to the crossroads of the world, Times Square, and to locations across the five boroughs of New York City, with more than 50 events, May 30 - June 4, 2017.

Bellisio Foods, one of the nation's largest, most trusted and fastest growing frozen food companies, is adding six new EatingWell frozen meals to its popular single-serve entre line. EatingWell frozen entres range from classic comfort food to adventurous world flavors, with lots of vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.