The Chefs’ Table, which is located in the kitchen, will give attendees an on-the-line view of the culinary artistry, chef antics, intense plating instructions, and possibly colorful demands, while chefs create and plate at this event. For one night only, Mitchell Altholz, Floyd Cardoz, Michael Carrino, Ryan Depersio, Ariane Duarte, and Francesco Palmieri will team up to create the following dinner paired with wines by Sharon Sevrens of Amanti Vino:
Hors d’oeuvres: Chef Ariane Duarte
Prosciutto & Cheese Beignet; Maple BBQ Rabbit Loin Crostini; Zucchini Carrot Vadouvan Pancake with Raita
(Riondo prosecco)
Amuse-Bouche: Jersey Corn Gazpacho with Tomato Water
(Signature Leaf Vodka Cocktail and Riondo Prosecco NV)
First Course: Chef Ryan DePersio
Tuna Rollatini with Yuzu-Sesame; Crab-Stuffed Wagyu Beef Sphere with Meyer Lemon; and Scallop Crudo, Almond, Chive, & Crispy Prosciutto
(Abbazia di Novicella Kerner)
Second Course: Chef Francesco Palmieri
Zucchini Blossom Pappardelle with Poached Truffled Duck Egg and Squash Primavera
(Almondo Arneis Vigna Sparse 2013)
Third Course: Chef Michael Carrino
Red Snapper / Ginger Potatoes / Pickled Red Onion / Ramps
(Wilde Farms Pinot Noir 2012)
Fourth Course: Chef Floyd Cardoz
Sweet Spiced Beef Short Ribs with Braised Greens
(Eric Texier Brezeme 2012)
Fifth Course: Chef Mitchell Altholz with Chef Duane Hendershot
Chocolate Trio: Dark Chocolate Pretzel Ice Cream Napoleon, Milk Chocolate Mousse Fruity Crisp and White Chocolate Cream Torte with Chocolate Sauce
(Dessert Cocktail from Busted Barrel Rum & Blue J Syrups)
Guests at the Chefs’ Table will have the opportunity to chat with each of the Gala Chefs’ and receive a swag bag containing charcuterie from Chef Michael Carrino, and other swanky items. Additionally, attendees will pose with the Gala Chefs for an exclusive 8 x 10 photo that will be signed by the Gala Chefs and delivered to your door.
If you have previously purchased general admission Gala Dinner tickets and wish to upgrade to the Chefs’ Table, a refund of your original purchase will be processed upon request.
6 to 9:30 PM; $300; Tickets available here.