What our journalists bring to each dish, they bring to every conversation. Join Times writers and food-world favorites for insightful discussions on everything from the life of a food critic to the secrets of four-star success. 

The Talks at The New York Times Food Festival 

October 5-6

TheTimesCenter

242 West 41st Street

Featuring:

Sam Sifton, Food Editor, The New York Times 

Melissa Clark, Staff Reporter and Columnist, Food, The New York Times 

Pete Wells, Restaurant Critic, The New York Times

Alison Roman, Cooking Columnist, The New York Times and Author, "Dining In" and "Nothing Fancy"

Ruth Reichl, Former Restaurant Critic, The New York Times and Writer and Editor 

Andrew Zimmern, Chef, Author and TV personality

David Chang, Chef and Founder, Momofuku

Christina Tosi, Founder and C.E.O., Milk Bar

Danny Meyer, Founder and C.E.O., Union Square Hospitality Group

Action Bronson, Creator, "F*ck, That's Delicious" 

Jon Gray, Co-founder, Ghetto Gastro 

Julia Turshen, Cookbook Author and Founder, Equity at the Table