If you've ever eaten macaroni and cheese, French fries or ice cream, you've enjoyed the contributions of James Hemings.  Hemings traveled the world, partied with Ben Franklin, made patriotic sacrifice and revolutionized American fine dining while being the enslaved property of Thomas Jefferson.

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A modern culinary warrior is determined to tell the greatest American story that has not been told!  Chef Ashbell McElveen has dedicated his life to creating fine food and revealing the legacy of America's unknown founding foodie, James Hemings.