Now that the semester has come to a close, so has my time as editor of this site. The process of building, launching, and maintaining the Gastronomy at BU blog was a wonderfully instructive experience, and I’d like to thank Dr. Black for the opportunity. My gratitude also goes out to all who contributed writing, […]
Gastronomy Program founder, Jacques Pépin, has been named Honorary Doctor of Human Letters by Boston University. Pépin will be honored on May 21, 2011 at Commencement. In addition, there will be a series of lectures, discussions and demonstrations entitled “The French-American Connection with Jacques Pépin.” Wednesday, May 18, and Friday, May 20, 6 p.m. Wednesday: The French-American Connection […]
by Kristen Shelly When a banana with vibrant yellow skin and mottled age spots sits in the produce section, it sends a clue to the shopper that this banana is best for baking or immediate gratification. This banana will decidedly not wait for breakfast in three days. Without color, such snap decisions to eat, store, […]
Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee What did you do before enrolling in the program? In a former life, I was a corporate communications specialist for FedEx Services at the headquarters in Memphis. I managed strategic events and initiatives (involving employees, executives, or customers) for the corporation and enjoyed the benefits of travel throughout the United States. After […]
In order to allow people to attend Neil Coletta’s going away gathering before Wednesday classes, we have rescheduled the Practicing Gastronomy discussion. Our chat with Chefs Collaborative program director Leigh Belanger will be held the following Wednesday, May 4, from 4:45 to 5:45pm. Please drop in on Neil in room 117 from 5 to 7pm […]