Behind the Pages with Jessica Paholsky: Once Upon a Pesto In-Person
Jessica Paholsky is back—and she's bringing something truly flavorful to the table! This time, she’s here to introduce her vibrant and mouthwatering cookbook, Once Upon a Pesto. With her signature creativity and passion for storytelling, Jessica invites you to dive into the world of pesto like never before.
In this special session, she’ll share the inspiration behind her book, the journey that led her to explore pesto in all its delicious forms, and how she turned a simple sauce into a culinary adventure. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or just starting out in the kitchen, Jessica will offer a variety of recipes, helpful tips, and clever tricks to help you begin your own pesto journey with confidence and flair.
Get ready to be inspired, learn something new, and maybe even discover your next favorite dish. You won’t want to miss this flavorful experience!
- Date:
- Monday, November 17, 2025 Show more dates
- Time:
- 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Meeting Room 2
- Categories:
- HPL University
Jessica Paholsky is a dynamic and experienced marketing and communications professional. Her career in digital storytelling began at Penn State University, where she earned two bachelor's degrees in visual communications and fine art photography, along with two minors in international arts and international studies. She also graduated with honors in both photojournalism and Italian through the Schreyer Honors College. Jessica was named the Penn State College of Communications Student Marshal and received several prestigious awards, including the Reuben and Gladys Golumbic Scholarship, the W. LaMarr Kopp International Achievement Award, the Randy and Maria Yanoshak Technology in Media Award, and the Scripps Howard Foundation Internship Grant during her academic career. Throughout college and early in her professional career, she explored the cultures of 14 countries across three continents. Once Upon a Pesto showcases Jessica’s expertise in storytelling, travel, culture, and food, blending her academic and professional experiences into an insightful global food journey.