San Francisco - June 10, 2009

Trebek and Call

The Taste Project by Recchiuti Chocolate

Contestant: I’ll take “Chocolate” for $200, Alex.

Alex: Answer: This San Francisco confectioner recently launched The Taste Project, a monthly series of chocolate-pairing seminars taught in his Dogpatch factory, where students can learn about, sample, and take home his creations.

Contestant: Who is Michael Recchiuti?

Alex: That’s correct.

Contestant: “Chocolate” for $400.

Alex: Answer: Bay Area vendors with whom Recchiuti will co-host some of his educational courses.

Contestant: Who are Magnolia Brewery, Acme Bread, Far West Fungi, The Cheese Shop, and St. George Spirits?

Alex: Correct.

Contestant: “Chocolate” for $500.

Alex: Answer: Daily Double! How much would you like to wager?

Contestant: $75, to cover my next class.

Alex: Touché. Here’s your clue: This author of The New American Olive Oil will partner with Recchiuti on an olive oil and chocolate class in which students get to take home a copy of her book.

Contestant: (sweating) Who is Fran Gage?

Alex: Congratulations!

Contestant: Sweet.

For more information, call 415-826-2868 or go to recchiuti.com.