Want to know more about Thomas Jefferson’s all but “INVISIBLE” and ENSLAVED chef, James Hemings?… how we might not even know anything about so many of our iconic beloved American food faves in this country (like how crème brûlée found it’s way to American fine dining) had it not been for Chef James Hemings (b. 1765) ?! .… who was OWNED by the man who WROTE (as in actually PENNED IT) the document associated with freedom like no other document in this nation — yes, the Declaration of Independence.

Then by all means please do Join my Patreon community for access to even more intel and updates. Take advantage of the myriad ways to get the full story, interact with me directly (& meet some of my colleagues too) ask your burning (or icy cold ) q’s about your fave food (& drink) history & culture topics… Expand your mind AND your heart as you gain understanding, foster greater appreciation and gratitude for your own and “other” cultures and peoples who brought and continue to bring so much to this vast American table. ‘

Not knowing’ (as many ‘powers that be’ prefer) only contributes to the widening divide among us. Choose inclusive intel over ignorance, and be an ambassador for what you believe in…I look forward to continuing the convo with you there!

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You also might want to check out the documentary film, “James Hemings: Ghost in America’s Kitchen” (yes, yours truly makes a cameo ;)