Baking in the American South with Anne Byrn
Time: 10:00 – 10:45 AM
Location: The Local Palate Culinary Stage in Carreker Hall of the First Baptist Church of Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave, Decatur, Georgia 30030
Join New York Times bestselling author Anne Byrn for an engaging panel session where she delves into the rich culinary traditions of Southern baking. Discover the stories and recipes from her latest cookbook, Baking in the American South, and learn how history, culture, and innovation shape the delicious flavors of this beloved cuisine.
The speaker session will be held on Saturday, October 5th at 10 AM on the Local Palate Culinary Stage in Carreker Hall of the First Baptist Church of Decatur. Emceed by Ligaya Figueras, AJC’s Senior Editor for Food & Dining, the event will feature a 45-minute discussion with Anne. Following the session, Anne will proceed to the signing tables to autograph books.
Purchase your book from Eagle Eye Bookshop using this link, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the festival.
About the Moderator
Ligaya Figueras is the AJC’s senior editor for Food & Dining. Prior to joining the AJC in 2015, she was the executive editor for St. Louis-based culinary magazine Sauce. She has worked in the publishing industry since 1999 and holds degrees from St. Louis University and the University of Michigan.