Join us for our next 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.
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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 We’re so excited to reconnect in the new year and share a fabulous spread of seasonal dishes together! Bring your favorite ready-to-serve appetizer, entree, salad, dessert, wine or non-alcoholic beverage. Let us know you can come and what you will be bringing by clicking here. Sunday, January 21, 1 to 4 p.m. Home of Linda Roth, 4019 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, Va. 202-288-1469. Directions/parking/metro info available on sign-up link.
Private Tour and Tasting at The Vineyards at Dodon: Join us for a Green Tables program at an award-winning regenerative winery, The Vineyards at Dodon in Davidsonville, Maryland. We’ll learn about environmentally sensitive farming practices, visit the sheep gardeners, tour the winemaking facility, and taste the signature wines — paired with locally sourced charcuterie and cheese.
Sunday, January 14, 3 p.m. Tickets are $72.30 per person. The event is open to Dames and guests only at first, but remaining seats will open to the public in a few weeks. Participants will receive an exclusive 30% off any bottles purchased after the tour. Register here. Please join us by Zoom for our Autumn General Member Meeting: Register for the meeting here. If it is impossible for you to attend, you may give your proxy to a friend, submitting the scanned, completed proxy form via email or mailing the completed form to chapter administrator Robin Kurtzman. Monday, November 13, 7-8:30 p.m.
Dames Who Dine: Join us at Chang Chang, prolific chef and restaurateur Peter Chang’s first eatery in D.C. The dinner is hosted by Jen Lin-Liu, director of events at the restaurant. Dames Who Dine is a terrific way to interact with members in a small group setting.
Cost: $71 includes appetizer, main course, dessert, tax and gratuity; drinks not included. Sunday, Oct. 29, 6 p.m. 1200 19th St. NW Washington D.C. Register here. Dames Who Dine: Join us for a dinner at Chang Chang, prolific chef and restaurateur Peter Chang’s first eatery in D.C. The dinner is hosted by Jen Lin-Liu, director of events at the restaurant. Cost: $71 includes appetizer, main course and dessert, drinks not included.
Sunday, October 29, 6 p.m. 1200 19th St. NW Washington D.C. Registration information to come. Dames Who Read: Curry: A Tale of Cooks and Conquerors, by Lizzie Collingwood, serves up a delectable history of Indian cuisine, ranging from 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 different food traditions. Don’t miss this discussion, led by Sheila Crye, as it will be held in person at her home, where she’ll be serving a not-too-spicy Indian dinner. Wednesday, October 18. Dinner starts at 7 p.m. Sheila’s address is 2909 Woodstock Avenue, Silver Spring.
Please RSVP to Sheila by October 10 at [email protected]. You can also join us by Zoom if you prefer. The Zoom discussion will begin at 7:30. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84246673677 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 Join us for our annual SUMMER POTLUCK! DATE: Sunday, August 13 TIME: 1 - 4 pm PLACE: At the home of Linda Roth, 4019 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, Virginia 22207. Tel. 202-288-1469 We're so excited to be able to get together and reconnect and enjoy a fabulous spread of summer dishes. You won't want to miss it!! Bring your favorite ready-to-serve "al fresco" appetizer, main entree, salad, dessert, wine or non-alcoholic beverage. Dames only please. Let us know that you can come and what you will bring by clicking the RSVP button below. Click here to RSVP! DIRECTIONS/PARKING: Linda's home is located at the intersection of Randolph Road and Lorcom Lane. There is street parking on Lorcom Lane, and an entrance by the gate which leads directly to the garden and kitchen (no steps). There is also street parking on Randolph Road where the front door is, close to the dining room. Both entrances are good to use. METRO DIRECTIONS: The closest metro stop is Virginia Square. From there walk .4 mile to North Quincy Street and 10th Street North. Take the #53A Bus towards East Falls Church Metro. Get off at Military Road and North Lorcom Lane. Walk .1 mile to the intersection of Lorcom Lane and Randolph Road. Photo: Deb Lindsey |
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