James Hemings: The Master of Mulberry Row

Mon Sep 22 2025 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm UTC-07:00

Alta Adams | Los Angeles

Black Pot Supper Club
Publisher/HostBlack Pot Supper Club
James Hemings: The Master of Mulberry Row
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From Monticello to Paris, a journey in four courses—honoring James Hemings, whose story still seasons our plates.
About this Event

Join us for Master of Mulberry Row, a Black Pot Supper Club evening honoring James Hemings—enslaved chef, Paris-trained culinary pioneer, and the first American to train in classical French cuisine. This intimate four-course dinner explores Hemings’ legacy through a menu inspired by his life, his time in France, and his transformative influence on American food.


Hosted at the chef’s counter at Alta Adams, this immersive supper blends storytelling and history with beautifully prepared dishes, each course crafted as a tribute to Hemings’ innovation and endurance.


Expect warm hospitality, rich conversation, and wine pairings curated to complement each course.


🎟️ Tickets: $125 (includes full four-course meal and wine pairings)

🍷 Two seatings available: 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM

📍 Location: Alta Adams – West Adams, Los Angeles

👨🏾‍🍳 Presented by Black Pot Supper Club – Where history is plated.


Seats are extremely limited. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of one of America’s most important, yet often overlooked, culinary minds.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Alta Adams, 5359 West Adams Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States

Tickets

USD 28.52 to USD 108.55

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