Pepperpot City: Philadelphia and the Foundation of American Cuisine

Join author William Woys Weaver and historian Jessica Harris for a lively and informative conversation us as we celebrate the release of Pepperpot City, the latest work by by veteran food writer and Philadelphian William Woys Weaver. 

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Talk: 5:30-6:30pm

Reception and Book Signing: 6:30-7:30pm.

Rare Book Department

Parkway Central Library

1901 Vine Street, Third Floor

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Rare Book Department, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, United States

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