Like modern design? Like cutting-edge cuisine? If so, read on. But first, take a moment to enjoy the photo accompanying this update: It’s the Philip Johnson Glass House in New Canaan by Stacy Bass, the Westport-based photographer featured in this month’s WAG to coincide with the publication of her book, “In the Garden.”
But first, take a moment to enjoy the photo accompanying this update: It’s the Philip Johnson Glass House in New Canaan by Stacy Bass, the Westport-based photographer featured in this month’s WAG to coincide with the publication of her book, “In the Garden.”
The “Modern Picnic” will be the event’s centerpiece, offering participants the chance to sample dishes prepared by six award-winning chefs and 10 talented artisans.
A quick sampling to whet your appetite:
° Chef Jeremy McMillan of The Farmhouse Restaurant at The Bedford Post Inn in Bedford will prepare biscuits with whipped lardo and honey; grilled flatbread, bone marrow and gremolata; and ambrosia, poached, grilled and fresh fruit with coconut mascarpone.
° Chef Tony Maw of Craigie on Main in Cambridge, Mass. will serve up farro pasta with duck heart ragout; goat meatballs; and smoked bluefish rillettes with caviar and toast.
In addition, those attending are invited to explore the 49-acre property’s buildings, grounds and art collections. Tickets, at $250 per person, are available for purchase online (throughphilipjohnsonglasshouse.org) or by calling (866) 811-4111.
** Please note that the Food Film Festival that gets under way later that evening is already sold out.
– Mary Shustack
