Chef Virginia Willis
The Cook’s Warehouse - Midtown
($60, 7-9 p.m. Demonstration & Tasting)

Join French-trained chef and cookbook author Virginia Willis as she features seasonal, fresh recipes from her new cookbook, Bon Appétit Y'all: Recipes and Stories from Three Generations of Southern Cooking. Publishers Weekly says, “Magnificent color photos; detailed, helpful tips; and Willis’s cheerful, trustworthy guidance makes this an original and welcome newcomer to a classic cookbook library.” You'll enjoy great recipes, tips, and classic technique as Virginia demonstrates what critics are calling "refined Southern cuisine.” Students will enjoy Corn Soup with Heirloom Tomato Garnish, Black Eyed Pea Salad, Pulled Pork Sandwiches on Brioche with Mama's BBQ Sauce, and Georgia Peach Souffles for dessert. Cookbooks will be available for purchase and Virginia will be available to sign them. Evening includes wine tastings sponsored by National Distributors and a chance to win tasty door prizes provided by Atlanta Beverage, Bella Cucina Artful Foods, Cabot Cheese, Via Elisa Authentic Fresh Pasta, and a personalized signed cookbook by Virginia!