Alice Waters sparked a food revolution in this country. Her Chez Panisse Restaurant in Berkeley was the first to source ingredients locally and seasonally. Her influence continues with the Slow Food movement and the Edible Schoolyard Project.
Now, the National Portrait Gallery is unveiling her photographic portrait with two events: a conversation with José Andrés, a local pioneering chef of our own, and a formal Presentation and Reception to follow.
The portrait was commissioned by the museum from Dave Woody, winner of the 2009 Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition. All proceeds from these events benefit future Outwin Boochever Portrait Competitions.
Ticket prices start at $100 for the Reception and $200 for the Reception and Conversation. For more information and to purchase tickets go to: npg.si.edu.
Here is my souvenir of one memorable meal at Chez Panisse.
