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Step back in time with Dining in the Gilded Age, a sumptuous lecture and food demonstration by culinary historian Becky Libourel Diamond, author of "The Gilded Age Cookbook." Discover the lavish traditions, tantalizing stories, and indulgent foods that graced the tables of the Gilded Age elite. From delicate tea sandwiches to the sweet delight of sugar plums and jumbles, Becky will showcase how these treats were crafted to dazzle the most discerning of palates. Afterward, enjoy a tasting of these recreated delicacies along with an elegant tea, making this a truly immersive experience of Gilded Age gastronomy.Becky Libourel Diamond is a food writer, librarian, and research historian. Her latest book, The Gilded Age Cookbook, blends Gilded Age details and celebrity stories with historic menus and recipes updated for modern kitchens. Tickets are $45. The ticket price includes access to Ventfort Hall from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on the day of the event. Reservations are highly encouraged as seating is limited, with walk-ins accommodated as space allows. For reservations, visit https://gildedage.org/pages/calendar or call (413) 637-3206. Please note that all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
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104 Walker Street, Lenox, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01240
