Michael Pollan, author of the seminal books The Omnivore's Dilemma and In Defense of Food, is speaking and signing books this evening at St. Louis County Library headquarters (1640 South Lindbergh Boulevard). Doors open at 6 p.m., the program begins at 7. On his Twitter feed, STL Bites' Bill Burge reports that a crowd of at least 400 is expected, so you'll want to arrive early.No word on whether Pollan will sign body parts -- bring a copy of one of his books, just in case.
Slow Food St. Louis has announced this year's edition of its Art of Food fundraiser to benefit both the organization and Fair Shares Combined Community Supported Agriculture. The Art of Food will take place Saturday, July 25, from 6-10 p.m. at Mad Art Gallery (2727 South 12th Street).Participating restaurants include Niche, Monarch, Sidney Street Cafe, Local Harvest Cafe, Erato on Main and Annie Gunn's. An auction will feature local art and gift baskets. Tickets cost $40 ($30 for Slow Food St. L
Slow Food St. Louis' Art of Food fundraiser, benefiting both the organization and Fair Shares Combined Community Supported Agriculture, is this Saturday, July 25, from 6-10 p.m. at Mad Art Gallery (2727 South 12th Street).Participating restaurants include Niche, Monarch, Sidney Street Cafe, Local Harvest Cafe, Erato on Main and Annie Gunn's. (You can preview some menu items on Slow Food St. Louis' Twitter feed.)Tickets cost $40 ($30 for Slow Food St. Louis members) in advance and $50 at the doo
