Curry Economics
Battles have been fought over land and religion…but over dinner? Find out how the food trade has been a driving force behind economic expansion, industrial development and even war at this talk. Starting with the history of the Silk Road trade route, authors such as Sasha Issenberg (The Sushi Economy) and Julie Sahni (Classic Indian Cooking) will discuss how societies are shaped by what they eat. American Museum of Natural History. 6:30pm, $15.
Brooklyn Dinners
Snag a spot at one of three intimate meals hosted by Underground Food Collective, a Midwestern catering crew specializing in locavore-friendly fare. Wisconsin-raised pork plus local meats from Meat Hook butcher Tom Mylan dominate the family-style dinners. Beer lovers can quaff complimentary home brew, but wine drinkers are invited to BYOB. Reservations are required. Locations revealed with ticket purchase; visit undergroundfoodcollective.org or e-mail undergroundfoodnyc@gmail.com. Thu 14, Fri 15, Sun 17 at 7:30pm; $65.
