Y’all remember that post on the South East Barista Competition … right? To catch you up if you didn’t:
* Barista is that fancy name for the person who makes your coffee (or tea) * The one’s at Octane Coffee kick ass * There’s this competition every year, and last year, Octane kicked ass and took names
Okay, now that we all know what we’re talking about … here’s what little I know. Octane Coffee mentioned on their twitter feed that Redding Hill was making a documentary. Well, the Redding hill website seems to be just a landing page and their twitter feed makes some reference to the endeavor. Nothing earth shattering here. Rather, it’s more of an interesting tidbit that might develop into something more notable.
On most any given Sunday, you’ll find me somewhere other than in front of my TV (usually in bed or at brunch). However, a few weeks ago, I was told that CBS’ Sunday morning news program, aptly named Sunday Morning, aired their annual Food Issue. Though I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve watched the vignette styled news program, I made it a point to set my DVR. Here’s a recap of the episode, complete with its own tip of the hat to the ATL.
Alright ladies and germs… it’s time for another little thank you. This one comes courtesy of the peeps at Magnolia Pictures)! On the heels of the release of the Food Incdocumentary, I’ve scored five copies each of both Food Inc. by Karl Weber (otherwise known as Food Inc.: A Participant Guide: How Industrial Food is Making Us Sicker, Fatter, and Poorer-And What You Can Do About It) and Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser. Details on how to win after the jump!
Riding the craze that “mass produced food is by default … evil,” a new film has gotten the attention of movie buffs and foodies alike. Knee deep in both camps, I’ve been following this film for some time. The main premise of Food, Inc. is that chemically modified food can (and does) do serious damage to our overall health. A little bit gross out along with a dash of anti-government authority, and you have another fairly liberal take on the food industry. You can learn more about the film on their homepage.
My biggest hope for this is that there is some recognition of the value of mass produced, cheap and edible food. I, like any human with a heart, want to see things done right. But let’s not throw the baby out with the bath water. Remember, there have been some pretty good arguments for low cost food.
Still, we do need to fix things … so it’s nice to see director Robert Kenner pick up the torch (even if it is a big propagandist in nature). The film features interviews with Michael Pollan, amongst others.
Launch date is Friday, June 19th and the film will show for at least one week and it is playing at the Midtown Art Cinema. You will be able to get your tickets online (here), but not until Monday or Tuesday. So, bookmark that link and go check out the film. In the meantime, you may want to watch the the trailer (movie speak for preview):
Okay my fellow foodies, this should be good. Sirio Maccioni, the famed restaurateur and author, founded Le Cirque in 1974. If you have not heard of this restaurant, just poke around on the net for a little bit. You’ll have plenty to read and to watch. Regardless, A Table In Heaven, from producer/director Andrew Rossi, hits the airwaves on HBO on Monday, December 29th. If you have not seen Rossi’s previous film, Eat This New York, now might be a good time to check it out!
(otherwise known as Food Inc.: A Participant Guide: How Industrial Food is Making Us Sicker, Fatter, and Poorer-And What You Can Do About It) and 
Details on how to win after the jump!
