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James Beard: American Masters
Experience a century of food through the life of iconic chef James Beard. The quintessential American cook, he hosted the first cooking show on television in 1946, was a pioneer of the farm-to-table movement, and introduced Julia Child to New York.
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James Beard: American Masters
Today’s American food movement can be traced back to one man: cookbook author, journalist, television celebrity and teacher James Beard.
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James Beard: American Masters
James Beard's food show laid the groundwork for food television in the future.
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James Beard: American Masters
James Beard was one of the pioneers of clean cooking. He believed in the potential of American cuisine and the power of local farmers markets before there was even a name for this movement.
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James Beard: American Masters
Alice Waters recalls a party early in her friendship with James Beard. Waters was nervous bringing her young daughter over to Beard's home, but the two made a wonderful impression on one another.
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