41 WWW.CHARLESTONWOMENPODCAST.COM | WWW.READCW.COM | WWW.INSTAGRAM.COM/CHARLESTONWOMEN the 2012 James Beard Foundation Broadcast Media Award for her role as a permanent judge on Food Network's "Chopped." Melissa King, an award-winning chef, author, television personality, entrepreneur and philanthropist, released her cookbook "Cook Like a King: Recipes from My California Chinese Kitchen" in September. As host of "Tasting Wild," King has also served as a judge on "Top Chef," "The Julia Child Challenge" and other top culinary competitions. Wanda Mann, East Coast editor for The SOMM Journal and Tasting Panel magazines, has been featured in Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, Saveur and other publications, bringing insider wine knowledge to the festival. Ivy Odom, senior editor at Southern Living and author of "My Southern Cookbook," will lead an interactive demonstration on cooking for crowds, whether hosting or contributing dishes for large gatherings. CHARLESTON'S PERFECT STAGE "As the city of hospitality, Charleston is the ideal destination for the Food & Wine Classic," Odom said. "The vibrant and walkable food scene that is also in proximity to the beaches makes this the 'it' destination for everyone. One of my favorite parts of my job is sharing these sorts of Southern experiences with others." For more information and tickets, visit foodandwineclassicincharleston.com. This Nov. 14-16, culinary and cocktail enthusiasts from around the world will convene in Charleston for the second Food & Wine Classic. The lineup for this year's extravagant event, hosted by Southern Living, Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine magazines, showcases dynamic female talent leading today's culinary landscape. THE HEADLINERS Gail Simmons, culinary expert, food writer and television personality on Bravo's Emmy-winning series "Top Chef" brings her expertise and infectious enthusiasm to the festival stage. Carrie Morey, founder of Callie's Hot Little Biscuits and author of "Callie's Biscuits and Southern Traditions" and "Hot Little Suppers" stars in the culinary documentary series "How She Rolls" showcasing her Charleston roots and Southern baking mastery. Julia Coney founded Black Wine Professionals, a vital resource connecting wine industry employers, professionals and the broader food and beverage community, championing diversity in the wine world. Leslie Sbrocco is an award-winning author, speaker, consultant and television host who brings decades of wine and spirits expertise to every conversation. Maneet Chauhan, acclaimed chef, author, television personality and founding partner and president of Morph Hospitality Group in Nashville, Tennessee, received Photo by Huge Galdsones Photo Credit: Cameron Wilder TASTE MAKERS: CHARLESTON'S FOOD & WINE CLASSIC STARS Female powerhouses headline this year’s November extravaganza BY SARAH ROSE
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