A Conversation with Jacques Pépin Virtual Event

On Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, from 12:30-2pm CST, PBS North presents a national virtual event honoring chef/culinary personality, Jacques Pépin.

Jacques sits down for a wide ranging discussion which will include: reflections on his career, his decades-long connection to public media, the important work he does with his foundation, and his enduring role as a culinary icon. There will also be time during the event where you can ask Jacques your own questions. Tickets also include a copy of his latest book.

Our virtual event occurs a few weeks in advance of Jacques’ s 90th birthday, which takes place Dec. 18, 2025.. Join us to celebrate all things Jacques!

More about Jacques Pépin: The winner of sixteen James Beard Awards and author of over thirty cookbooks, including The Apprentice, Essential Pépin, and Jacques Pépin Quick & Simple, Jacques Pépin is a chef, author, television personality, educator, and artist. He has starred in twelve acclaimed PBS cooking series. His dedication to culinary education led to the creation of the Jacques Pépin Foundation in 2016.

More about: The Art of Jacques Pépin cookbook

Book publish date: Sept. 9, 2025

Book description: The Art of Jacques Pépin features text, recipes, photos of some of his most popular dishes, and some of Jacques’s paintings.

In celebration of legendary chef Jacques Pépin’s legacy and two premier passions in life, a stunning, curated collection of his favorite recipes and signature artwork.

Just in time for his 90th birthday, The Art of Jacques Pépin celebrates master chef Jacques Pépin and his life of cooking and painting, with 99 of his all-time favorite and most-cooked recipes paired with pieces of his signature artwork spanning the last 60 years. Chapters cover all courses for a satisfying meal at home, including desserts, and his artwork is thoughtfully curated..

The recipes are authentic Pépin essence—timelessly classic, delicious, and surprisingly achievable, including:

● Bread and Onion Soup

● Radicchio Salad with Garlic Dressing

● Stew of Spring Vegetables

● Baked Salmon with Pesto Butter

● Chicken Legs with Yams

● Pork Roast with Ratatouille

● Chocolate Soufflé

● Oranges in Caramel

A true creative expression of Jacques Pépin, this beautifully illustrated cookbook will inspire you to cook and create as Jacques does. As he always signs off, “happy cooking!”

Important note: Any Art of Jacques Pepin hard cover books ordered on or after October 1 are not guaranteed delivery before the event on 11/7/25. Books ordered on or after 10/1/25 will arrive before 12/24/25.

How it works:

This virtual event will take place via Zoom Webinar. Zoom is free to the public but requires a computer download. You can download Zoom here.