Please Note: Pre-booked tickets for this event are sold out, but we will be running a rush line beginning on the day of the event. Any seats that become available will be opened up to the rush line on a first-come, first-served basis beginning 15 minutes before the show starts.

Join New York Times bestselling author Ruth Reichl to discuss her newest book, The Paris Novel, a dazzling, heartfelt adventure through the food, art, and fashion scenes of 1980s Paris.

When her estranged mother dies, Stella is left with an unusual inheritance: a one-way plane ticket and a note reading Go to Paris. Her first stop: iconic brasserie Les Deux Magots, where Stella tastes her first oysters, and then meets an octogenarian art collector who decides to take her under his wing. As Jules introduces her to a veritable who’s who of the 1980s Paris literary, art, and culinary worlds, Stella begins to understand what it might mean to live a larger life.

A feast for the senses, The Paris Novel is a testament to living deliciously, taking chances, and finding your true home.

Q&A and book signing to follow. Books available for purchase.

In conversation with Johanna Schneller.

Ticket registration for this event is required: Free tickets for this event are available to book via Eventbrite.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT:

Location: Bram and Bluma Appel Salon, Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street), 2nd floor

Time: Doors open 6:00pm, Event starts 7:00pm.

Tickets: Free registration required.

Ticket policy: We oversell these events to make sure that most people have an opportunity to attend. Tickets are guaranteed until 6:45pm or until capacity is reached. Any remaining space will be opened up to the rush line beginning at 6:45pm.

Beer/wine available for purchase (debit/credit only).

TPL is committed to accessibility. If you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation for this event, please contact accessibleservices@tpl.ca or 416-393-7099 at least three weeks prior to the event.

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This event is part of our signature Salon Series, where we host local and international authors, artists and thinkers in conversation about their new books and big ideas.

It is also part of our programming series, Jewish Heritage created in collaboration with Miles Nadal - Jewish Community Centre. Join us in celebrating the diversity that strengthens our community and makes our city a more vibrant and inclusive place for all.

Ruth Reichl: The Paris Novel (Rush Seats Available)