Beacon Hill Bistro Book Signing and Dinner

One of the very best things about writing a book, has been the opportunity to meet some truly amazing people- from farmers and artisans, to chefs and food activists- I have been inspired by so many of them.  Last year, I had the honor of hosting a locally-sourced dinner and book signing at Tavalo, an Italian restaurant outside of Boston.  Attending the event was Josh Lewin, head chef at Beacon Hill Bistro (that is him above, looking on while I sign his copy of my book!).  We hit it off, bonding over our love of local food, and have been eager to do an event together since.

Josh is a true leader in the local food world, and I am beyond excited at the prospect of hosting a dinner and book signing with him.  To give you a little taste of what to expect, here are a few of the tempting menu items, as well as the market which he is sourcing them from:

Dayboat Scallop Ceviche
Three Oranges, Sorrel, Fresh Chilis, Day Lilly
Newton (pg 121)

Sweet Corn Pudding
Farm Fresh Egg, Cured Tamworth Pork Loin, Marjoram
Orleans, Cape Cod (pg 125)

Herb Poached Oyster Mushroom
Braised Concord Rabbit, Petite Potato
Sustainable Nantucket's Farmer's Market (pg 129)

Goatherd's Panna Cotta
Fresh Berries, Anise Hyssop Ice Cream
West Tisbury, Martha's Vineyard (pg 127)

Seriously, my mouth is watering just thinking about that menu!  I think it will be a night to remember, and if you happen to live in or around Boston, I would love to see you there.  Here are the details:

Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro Hosts Local Author for Five-Course Dinner Inspired by “Markets of New England”

Join the Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro on Thursday, June 14th, 2012 for a one-of-a-kind dinner inspired by local author Christine Chitnis and her new book, Markets of New England which offers a unique look into the artisan farmers markets of New England, along with the delicious food, unique crafts and interesting purveyors that fill them with local flavor.

Executive Chef Josh Lewin will be serving a five-course dinner with each course inspired by one of the markets Chitnis describes in her book. For $75.00, guests will enjoy the special five-course dinner, a signed copy of Chitnis' book, and the opportunity to meet the author herself.  Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the official arrival of a New England summer. Reservations are recommended by calling 617-723-7575.

WHERE: The Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro | 25 Charles Street, Boston, MA | 617-723-7575 | www.beaconhillhotel.com.  

WHEN: Thursday, June 14th, 2012 at 7:00PM

COST: $75.00 per person (not including tax & gratuity)

**The beautiful, moody black-and-white film pictures of my dinner and signing at Tavalo are courtesy of the amazing Heidi Murphy of White Loft Studio.**