The Art of Eating

The Life of M.F.K. Fisher at Jarvis Conservatory: Jarvis Conservatory presents the documentary The Art of Eating — The Life of M.F.K. Fisher on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 4 and 7 p.m.  M.F.K. Fisher’s work laid the foundation of modern literary food writing. The Art of Eating: The Life of M.F.K. Fisher traces the remarkable life of this vibrant, sensual writer and explores the impact of her ideas on food and its meaning in our lives.  She lived for many years in the Napa Valley where she helped start the Napa Valley Wine Library. Filmmakers Gregory Bezat and Gary Meyer will hold a discussion after each showing. Participating in the discussion will be Kennedy Freide Golden (M.F.K. Fisher’s daughter and administrator of the M.F.K. Fisher Literary Trust) and Antonia Allegra, an award-winning local wine, food and travel writer. This discussion will be moderated by Clark Wolf, one of America’s top restaurant consultants. He is a writer, speaker and host for television and radio who spent many hours with M.F.K. Fisher.  There will be a reception between the two film screenings. Tickets are $15. For more information, email info@jarvisconservatory.com, visit their website or call 707-255-5445.  Jarvis Conservatory, 1711 Main St., Napa, www.jarvisconservatory.com, 707- 255-5445