Ruth Reichl is recognized as one of the most discerning voices in the food world, with accolades as a bestselling author, revered restaurant critic, and culinary industry influencer. Her icon status stems from groundbreaking roles in food journalism, including lead restaurant critic at the New York Times and Editor-in-Chief at Gourmet magazine. She is the New York Times bestselling author of five memoirs, the cookbook My Kitchen Year, and two novels, including The Paris Novel. She has been honored with six James Beard awards. In 2024, she received the James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award.

Books available for purchase courtesy of Lido Village Books. No registration required, all ages welcome. Early arrival suggested.

Date/Time: January 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Laguna Hills Community Center
25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
More information: (714) 566-3072 or ocpl.programs@occr.ocgov.com

This project is funded in part through a grant from the California Department of Aging and administered locally by the Orange County Office on Aging.