We wrapped up another exciting evening of the James Beard Culinary Mix benefiting the James Beard Foundation‘s new National Scholars program as well as other initiatives of the foundation. 6g1672

The star studded event was emceed by guest of honor, multiple James Beard Award winner, famed television personality, cookbook author and host of the Food Network’s “Chopped,” Ted Allen. Over 150 guests enjoyed a five-course dinner prepared by Marcus Samuelsson, chef/owner of Red Rooster Harlem and Streetbird Rotisserie and Kuro Executive Chef, Alex Q. Becker.