Authentic by Design: A Culinary Artist’s Creative Journey from Fashion to Food
Peter Som ‘89, renowned fashion designer turned culinary artist, returns to Marin Academy while on tour for his upcoming cookbook. From the runways of New York to the kitchen, Peter has built a career rooted in creativity, authenticity, and personal expression.
Tied to this year’s Conference on Democracy (COD) theme—Voice, Creativity, and the Power of Self-Expression in Democracy—Peter will share how he navigated a career shift by honing his creative strengths and embracing new opportunities.
When: Thursday, March 27, 1:30 - 2:30 PM PT
Where: Marin Academy Library
Who: Alumni, Parents of Current and Alumni Students, Grandparents of Current and Alumni Students
Parking Details:
After 9am, parking on campus is open. Please do not park on campus before then, as spaces are reserved
Street parking is available on 5th Street, with easy access to the Campus
Paid parking lots are located at C Street between 4th and 5th
For more than 20 years, COD has been a cornerstone of the Marin Academy experience, fostering meaningful discussions about democracy.
To learn more about Peter and his book tour check out his site here: https://www.petersom.com/ and visit him at Book Passage in Corte Madera the evening of March 27 https://www.bookpassage.com/event/peter-som-family-style-corte-madera-store!
Questions? Contact alumni@ma.org