Julia Child is one of the most beloved chefs of all time, and her birthday is Friday, August 15. Her gumption, infectious laughter, and captivating television personality made her a star for decades; attracting countless devotees to French dishes and cooking techniques that have left a lasting legacy. In fact, when you visit Santa Barbara, California where she lived for many years, you can still take culinary tours of her favorite local restaurants and meet starstruck chefs who had the pleasure of cooking for her and still speak of her wit and genuine love of food. Join us on Friday as Chef Jon Sodini prepares Julia’s rendition of the classic niçoise in celebration of this great culinarian.
“I was 32 when I started cooking: up until then I just ate.” – Julia Child