Event

The Artisan Jewish Deli at Home with Michael Zusman

18 Reasons
The Artisan Jewish Deli at Home with Michael Zusman
Sunday, October 13, 12:00-2:00pm
$45 for 18 Reasons members; $55 for the general public; Ticketed

Michael Zusman is a judge by day, food writer by night in Portland, Oregon. Together with Nick Zukin, co-founder of Kenny & Zuke's Deli in Portland, Michael has produced The Artisan Jewish Deli at Home, a collection of recipes and stories that define the spirit of the modern Jewish delicatessen. The book features plenty of traditional dishes, such as bagels, pastrami and chopped liver, but the creativity of the new generation of deli men and women goes well beyond the old ways. Think Shtetl Toast and Chocolate Babka French Toast from the wonderful Wise Sons' Deli in The Mission, along with updated, seasonal takes on deli standards such as borscht, chicken salad and brisket so you can take full advantage of what's fresh and fabulous at your local farmers market.

Highlighting today's brunch, Michael will talk about how the modern, artisan deli represents the salvation of a declining cultural institution.