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Ken Collura

A James Beard House Dinner or My Quest for Quail Eggs, Tamarind Paste and Banana Leaves

February 9, 2006 by Ken Collura 15 Comments

Andina James Beard dinner

By Ken ColluraFor those of you who don’t know who James Beard was, here’s a quick explanation: James Beard was born in Portland, Oregon in the early 1900’s. His desire was to be in the theater in his early years, but failing in that endeavor, he turned to a passion he had gained from his family - food and cooking. It became apparent that he had a distinct ability to write … [Read more...] about A James Beard House Dinner or My Quest for Quail Eggs, Tamarind Paste and Banana Leaves

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