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James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen

James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen

Master chef. Patriot. Enslaved.

Documentary
June 20, 20211h 3m
Overview

If you've ever eaten macaroni and cheese, French fries or ice cream, you've enjoyed the contributions of America's unknown culinary founding father, James Hemings. James Hemings was the first American trained as a master chef; he was also the brother-in-law and enslaved property of Thomas Jefferson.

Director
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Anthony Werhun
Cast
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Ashbell McElveenSelf
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Michael TwittySelf
Jacques Pépin
Jacques PépinSelf
Toni Tipton-Martin
Toni Tipton-MartinSelf
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