Now that’s Italian! Mario Batali Joins James Beard Foundation in Celebrating Italian Cuisine in America November 2, 2011

Mamma mia! On Wednesday, November 2, the James Beard Foundation, the world’s foremost culinary organization, will host its annual fall gala dinner and auction featuring culinary iconoclast Mario Batali. Now that’s Italian! is a celebration of the unique contributions of American chefs to Italian cuisine and vice versa. There will be a reception featuring the top toques from A Voce, Artichoke Basille’s® Pizza, Nick & Toni’s, Salumeria Rosi, SD26, and Sullivan St Bakery set in a recreation of an Italian piazza marketplace. The evening will also include silent and live auctions of once-in-a-lifetime experiences.