In conversation with Clark Wolf
David Kamp talks about United States of Arugula. Kamp, a writer and editor for GQ and Vanity Fair, chronicles the amazing transformation from the overcooked vegetables and scary gelatin salads of yore to the current heyday of free-range chickens, extra-virgin olive oil, Whole Foods, Starbucks, and that breed of human known as the “foodie.”
This special event, benefiting CUESA, is made possible in part by a gift from Peter Mondavi Jr. proprietor of Charles Krug Winery, in celebration of the organic certification of his Napa Valley Vineyards. Admission is $35 and includes a copy of the book and a reception with Charles Krug wines and nibbles from Mijita. Tickets can be purchased in advance online by clicking the order button below or by calling 415-927-0960. To order the book only, click here. CUESA is the Center for Urban Education About Sustainable Agriculture. It sponsors the Ferry Building Farmers Markets and many other fine programs. www.cuesa.org