Richardson, Texas, September 21, 2025
News Summary
Culinary author Samin Nosrat will engage in a conversation at the Eisemann Center, discussing her new book ‘Good Things’. The event, part of the Arts and Letters Live series, will be moderated by Hrishikesh Hirway and is set for October 9. Attendees can purchase tickets online and signed copies of Nosrat’s latest work will be available, though there will be no live signing event.
Richardson, Texas — Samin Nosrat will appear in a public conversation at the Eisemann Center as part of the Dallas Museum of Art’s Arts and Letters Live series on October 9, offering an evening focused on her new book and culinary approach.
What, when and where
The event is titled An Evening with Samin Nosrat in Conversation with Hrishikesh Hirway. The event is scheduled for October 9 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. It will take place at the Eisemann Center, located at 2351 Performance Drive in Richardson, Texas.
Tickets and access
Tickets for the event are priced between $40 and $120. Tickets can be purchased online at eisemanncenter.com. There will be seating and entry procedures managed by the Eisemann Center; attendees should arrive early to allow time for entry and seating.
Book availability and signing
There will be no book signing event; however, signed copies of Good Things will be available for purchase at the event. The copies available at the venue will include signatures prepared in advance rather than an on-site signing session.
Who will take part
Samin Nosrat will participate in the Dallas Museum of Art’s Arts and Letters Live series. The conversation will feature Hrishikesh Hirway, who is participating in an interviewer role and is noted as the co-host of the Home Cooking podcast with Nosrat.
Featured work and recent release
Nosrat is known for her bestselling 2017 cookbook, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat. The cookbook has been adapted into a popular Netflix limited series of the same name. In mid-September Nosrat released a new collection and guide focused on shared meals and rituals: Nosrat’s latest book, Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with the People You Love, was released in mid-September.
Context and institutional connection
The presentation in Richardson is presented through a program strand of the Dallas Museum of Art. The event is part of a broader cultural initiative at the Dallas Museum of Art. The museum’s Arts and Letters Live series brings authors, artists, and cultural figures to the region for conversations intended to connect audiences with current work in literature, food, and the arts.
What to expect on the night
The program will center on conversation and audience engagement rather than a formal reading or live cooking demonstration. The format pairs Nosrat with Hirway in a moderated discussion that draws on Nosrat’s books, her media projects, and themes of cooking as a shared practice. Signed copies of the new book will be sold at the venue, but there will not be an on-site signing line.
Practical details (summary)
- Samin Nosrat will participate in the Dallas Museum of Art’s Arts and Letters Live series.
- The event is titled An Evening with Samin Nosrat in Conversation with Hrishikesh Hirway.
- The event is scheduled for October 9 from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
- It will take place at the Eisemann Center, located at 2351 Performance Drive in Richardson, Texas.
- Tickets for the event are priced between $40 and $120.
- Tickets can be purchased online at eisemanncenter.com.
- There will be no book signing event; however, signed copies of Good Things will be available for purchase at the event.
FAQ
When is the event?
The event is scheduled for October 9 from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Where will the conversation take place?
It will take place at the Eisemann Center, located at 2351 Performance Drive in Richardson, Texas.
What is the official title of the program?
The event is titled An Evening with Samin Nosrat in Conversation with Hrishikesh Hirway.
Will there be a book signing?
There will be no book signing event; however, signed copies of Good Things will be available for purchase at the event.
How much are tickets?
Tickets for the event are priced between $40 and $120.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online at eisemanncenter.com.
Who will moderate or co-host the conversation?
Hrishikesh Hirway is the co-host of the Home Cooking podcast with Nosrat.
What recent book does Nosrat have available?
Nosrat’s latest book, Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with the People You Love, was released in mid-September.
Is this connected to the Dallas Museum of Art?
The event is part of a broader cultural initiative at the Dallas Museum of Art.
What is Nosrat best known for?
Nosrat is known for her bestselling 2017 cookbook, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat.
Was the cookbook adapted for television?
The cookbook has been adapted into a popular Netflix limited series of the same name.
Event details at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Samin Nosrat |
| Series | Arts and Letters Live (Dallas Museum of Art) |
| Program title | An Evening with Samin Nosrat in Conversation with Hrishikesh Hirway |
| Date & time | October 9, 7:30 to 9 p.m. |
| Location | Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson, Texas |
| Tickets | $40–$120; available at eisemanncenter.com |
| Book | Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with the People You Love (released in mid-September) |
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- Dallas News: Samin Nosrat to Appear at Arts and Letters Live
- Dallas News: Local Author Alexa Martin
- Eater: Best Samin Nosrat Recipes
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- Dallas News: Robert M. Edsel to Discuss Book
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