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A collaborative exhibition by Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Aurora Public Library, Gail Borden Public Library District, and Schaumburg Township District Library. For centuries, humans have used unique tools and gadgets to create delectable food for friends, family and customers. From a Hindu Water Ewer to a Beehive Smoker and all other manner of other cooking implements, the Culinary Curiosity exhibition celebrates the technical innovation in the world of food. The culinary tools were drawn from the personal collections of food industry veterans, Mel and Janet Mickevic. The exhibit was originally on display throughout the Kendall College at National Louis University. Over 250 objects are viewable by the public for the very first time in this exhibit. |
Equipment EvolutionThe topics highlighted are Hearth to Cookstove, A Tasting Menu, Appetizers and Amuse-Bouches, Mudge Sterilizer, Steam Cookers. |
Drinks & Spirits
The topics highlighted are Global Gastronomy, Liquid Refreshments and Fire & Heat. |
Sweets & Dairy
The topics highlighted are Sweet Inventions, Bakers’ Secrets and Fire and Heat. |
Cider & Meat
The topics highlighted are Farm to Fork and Cutting Edge. |
| On Display from October 4, 2019 through January 5, 2020 | On Display from October 4, 2019 through January 5, 2020 | On Display from October 8, 2019 through January 5, 2020 | On Display from October 4, 2019 through January 5, 2020 |
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Arlington Heights
500 N. Dunton Ave. |
Aurora
Santori Library |
Gail Borden
Main Library |
Schaumburg Township
130 S. Roselle Road |
This exhibit is made possible by the Kendall College Trust.
Community Cookbook
Submit your family recipe through the form to be added to the Culinary Curiosity’s Community Cookbook. Thank you Biblioboard and Reaching Across Illinois Library System for partnering on this project.
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