Chef Jason Smith of the Food Network. Photo provided | Kenton County Library

Food Network star and Kentucky native Jason Smith is coming to the Erlanger branch of the Kenton County Library on Nov. 15.

Smith has no formal culinary training, and he began his career as a school cafeteria manager before winning the network’s Holiday Baking Championship in 2016. He currently serves as a judge on Best Baker in America.

“Smith will discuss his career and give a cooking demonstration from his new cookbook, ‘Lord Honey: Traditional Southern Recipes with a Country Bling Twist,'” according to a recent announcement from the library. “Copies of the book will be available for purchase (while supplies last). The chef will sign books after his presentation.”

The event is free, but space is limited, so attendees are asked to register in advance at the library’s event page.

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