MEDIA ADVISORY - George Brown College: Celebrated chefs Corey Lee and David Chang to share views on global culinary scene and trends

TORONTO, May 20, 2015 /CNW/ - The George Brown College Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts is pleased to host two of North America's most-respected chefs—Corey Lee and David Chang—on May 27, 2015. In celebration of the publication of Chef Lee's first book, Benu, the pair will participate in an engaging discussion about their career paths, inspirations, creative approaches to cuisine, and their thoughts on today's global culinary scene. The event is a rare opportunity to see these two close friends and culinary contemporaries in one room together.

Following the discussion, there will be a reception catered by David Chang's Momofuku Toronto, and Corey Lee will sign copies of his new cookbook, Benu (Phaidon, www.phaidon.com/benu ). The cookbook is a tribute to the dining experience at Lee's three Michelin starred San Francisco restaurant, Benu, and is presented in the format of a 32-course tasting menu. Throughout the pages and various courses, Lee's insightful text guides the reader through every aspect of his cuisine, inspirations, ingredients and techniques.

Media are invited to attend the "In Conversation" event and reception.

WHAT:	"In Conversation" – an engaging discussion with Corey Lee and David Chang. The discussion will be followed by a reception and book signing.
WHERE:	Theatre 406, 290 Adelaide St. E. George Brown College
WHEN:	Wednesday, May 27 Discussion, 6:00 p.m. Reception, 7:30 p.m.

Note: To purchase tickets to the In Conversation, visit http://chca.ticketleap.com/david-chang-and-corey-lee/t/gbc/

About George Brown College
Toronto's George Brown College has established a reputation for equipping students with the skills, industry experience and credentials to pursue the careers of their choice. The college offers programs from its three campuses located across the downtown core, including its newest location at the Toronto waterfront, which opened in September 2012. George Brown offers 142 full-time programs and 193 continuing education certificates/designations across a wide variety of professions to a student body of over 25,800 (full-time enrolment) students, including over 3,500 international students; and over 62,800 continuing education registrants. Students can earn certificates, diplomas, postgraduate certificates, apprenticeships and degrees.

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For further information: Corey Lee will only be available for scheduled interviews. For more information, to arrange an interview, or request a review copy of Benu, please contact: Joyann Callender, Media Relations Manager, George Brown College, Office: 416-415-5000 ext. 3159, Mobile: [phone], [email protected]