Chocolat is a 2000 romance film based on the 1999 novel by Joanne Harris. When mysterious Vianne and her child arrive in a tranquil French town in the winter of 1959, no one could have imagined the impact that she and her spirited daughter would have on the community stubbornly rooted in tradition. Within days, she opens an unusual chocolate shop, across the square from the church. Available on Amazon, Apple, Hulu, You Tube.
Discussion moderated by Sheila Crye. Monday, March 17: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3019868540
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Our foodie film and book discussions are great ways to gather informally with members for interesting, spirited conversations.
If you have questions about Reel Tasty, contact Gail Forman at [email protected]. Questions about Dames Who Read, contact Eileen Dykes at [email protected]. Please consider hosting either a book or movie discussion; Gail and Eileen have lists of suitable movies and books to aid with your selection. All discussions take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Reel Tasty is via Zoom; Dames Who Read is a hybrid of Zoom and in-person. Reel Tasty Monday, January 20 Monday, March 17 Monday, May 19 Monday, September 15 Dames Who Read Monday, February 17 Monday, April 21 Monday, June 16 Monday, October 21 The Taste of Things (2023). Set in France in 1889, the film follows the life of a chef and his love affair with his live-in personal cook Eugenie (played by Juliette Binoche). The entire first 38 minutes of the film center on scenes of cooking in a big country kitchen. For a taste, check out the trailer here. Available on Amazon, Apple TV, and other streaming services. Discussion moderated by Eileen Dykes.
Please RSVP to Eileen at [email protected] if you are planning to join the discussion. Of course, last-minute drop-ins are also welcome. Monday, September 16: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3019868540 Here are two great options for summertime movie watching and reading. Discussions will take place this fall.
Reel Tasty: The Taste of Things (2023). Set in France in 1889, the film follows the life of a chef and his love affair with his live-in personal cook Eugenie (played by Juliette Binoche). The entire first 38 minutes of the film centers on scenes of cooking in a big country kitchen. For a taste, check out the trailer here. Available on Amazon, Apple TV and other streaming services. Discussion moderated by Eileen Dykes. Monday, September 16: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3019868540 Dames Who Read: Queen of the Turtle Derby and Other Southern Phenomena, by Julia Reed. Food writer Jeffrey Steingarten calls Reed’s writing “funny and addictive, blending the street smarts of Greenville, Mississippi, where 'girls are taught to drink Scotch and smoke cigarettes and drive a car by the time they are twelve,' with the sophistication of a globe-trotting journalist. Julia's favorite subjects are Southern--fashion, politics, and above all food, which she describes with irresistible affection, knowledge and delight. If you've ever doubted that Southern food is our greatest gastronomic treasure, be prepared to learn the truth." Hybrid meeting (in person and Zoom), hosted by Janet Cam and Bonnie Benwick. Monday, October 21: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3019868540 Reel Tasty: Mid-August Lunch (Pranzo di Ferragosto, 2008), set in Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood, is “an utterly charming tale of good food, feisty ladies and unlikely friendships during a very Roman holiday,” according to Kanopy. Middle-aged Gianni resides with his 93-year-old mother, and when the condo debts mount, all will be forgiven if he looks after the building manager’s mother and auntie, as well as a doctor friend’s mother. Now, Gianni must keep these lively mamas well-fed and happy in cramped quarters. On Kanopy.
Discussion moderated by Carole Sugarman. Please RSVP to Gail Forman at [email protected] if you are planning to join the meeting. Of course, last-minute drop-ins are also welcome. Monday, May 20 at 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Click here for Zoom link ![]() Dames Who Read: Curry: A Tale of Cooks and Conquerors, by Lizzie Collingwood, serves up a delectable history of Indian cuisine, including the imperial kitchen of the Mughal invader Babur to the smoky cookhouse of the British Raj. In this fascinating volume, Collingham reveals that almost every well-known Indian dish is the product of a long history of invasion and the fusion of food traditions. This rescheduled discussion, led by Sheila Crye, will be held in person at her home, where she’ll be serving a not-too-spicy Indian dinner. Tuesday, February 20. Dinner starts at 7 p.m. Sheila’s address is 2909 Woodstock Ave., Silver Spring. Please RSVP to Sheila at [email protected] by Sunday, February 16. You can also join us by Zoom if you prefer. The Zoom discussion will begin at 7:30. ![]() Reel Tasty: Aruna & Her Palate (2018) offers an unusual and endearing story of an epidemiologist in Indonesia who turns her nationwide bird flu investigation into a chance to sample local delicacies en route. Three friends–including a chef and a food writer–join her trek. On Netflix. Discussion moderated by Carole Sugarman. Monday, March 18, 7-8:30 p.m. Zoom link to come. Join us for our next Reel Tasty!
Reel Tasty: Burnt (2015) stars Bradley Cooper as a chef in search of a restaurant. According to Robert Ebert’s review, the movie is “heavy on beautifully-lit tight shots of blue burner flames, immaculate china plates, various foams, glazes, char marks, roots, zests, and all other manner of mouth-watering visuals for discriminating gourmands..." Available to stream on Prime Video and Netflix and to rent on Apple TV and Vudu. Hosted by Gail Forman. Please let Gail know if you plan to attend ([email protected]), but feel free to join on the spur of the moment, too. Tuesday, January 16: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89584074150 Reel Tasty: Hunger (2023) is about Aoy, an unusually talented Bangkok street-food cook, who is invited to join the fine dining industry under the tutelage of the infamous Chef Paul, and Tone, a supportive sous chef. What happens next tests her cooking skills, her ambition, and most of all, her character. The food scenes will make you want to get a ticket to Thailand. And the ethical issues raised in the film will make you ponder the demands of upscale restaurant work versus the rewards of cooking "everyday" food. The film is available on Netflix.
Discussion moderated by Gail Forman. Dames Only. Monday, September 18, 7 p.m. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85933683227 Reel Tasty: The Menu, starring Ralph Fiennes. A couple travels to an exclusive restaurant on a private island for a lavish, world-class meal. This restaurant is frequented by high-end rollers and celebrities. Shocking surprises ensue. Nothing is as expected in this film noir/suspense thriller. Hosted by Susan Callahan.
Date: Monday, April 17, 7-8:30 p.m. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85992681230 Save the Date: Dames Who Read: Monday, May 15. Book and host TBD. Join us for the next Reel Tasty!
NEW DATE Members Only February 28 at 7 pm Reel Tasty: Haute Cuisine. Based on the true story of an unknown country cook who becomes the personal chef of French President Francois Mitterand. He runs the country. She runs the kitchen. Together they serve with excellence. Available on Hoopla and Freevee. Hosted by Sheila Crye Tuesday, February 28, 7-8:30 p.m. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84392534278 |
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