Chef's Dinner Series Presents... Lana Lagomarsini

132 Mulberry Street, No. 502, New York, NY 10013

Chefs Dinner Series is pleased to celebrate Black History Month by featuring rising stars in the culinary world. For our kickoff event of 2024, we are honored to present Chef Lana Lagomarsini and her sophisticated take on African-American heritage cuisine.  Please consider joining us for this special evening of fine dining and intimate conversation featuring a 4-course tasting menu professionally paired with wines.  The venue is a special place, too; Chef's Dinner Table is a private culinary salon tucked away in a downtown NYC loft offering the ultimate experience in luxury private dining.

Note: all food, drink and gratuities are included with your ticket purchase, so you don't need to worry about settling a bill at the end of the night.

THE MENU

Canapés

Pimento Cheese Arancini ~ green olive tapenade 

Plantain Croquettes ~ sofrito sour cream 

Pickled Shrimp Cocktail ~ chili ketchup 

1st Course

Oxtail and Plantain Terrine~ pickled peppers, benne seed pull apart rolls

2nd Course

Smoked Oyster Vol Au Vent 

3rd course

Stuffed Rabbit Loin ~ sherry jus 

Family Style Sides:

Grandma's Greens 

Carolina Dirty Gold Rice 

Braised Sea Island Red Peas 

Dessert

Pecan Pie Pot de Creme

*vegetarian alternatives provided for each course, upon request

ABOUT THE CHEF

Chef Lana Lagomarsini is an NYC-based private event chef, and an alumna of Northeastern University and the Culinary Institute of America. Born and raised in the Bronx, she has established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of food, having recently been inducted into Les Dames de Escoffier. Having trained in high-performance kitchens including Restaurant Daniel, Blue Hill at Stone Barns, and Momofuku Ko, she more recently studied in Patagonia with the legendary chef Francis Malmann.  As if that were not enough, she competed on the first season of the Netflix culinary competition, Pressure Cooker. A fan favorite, Chef Lana demonstrated what a new style of kitchen management looks like – one that prioritizes inclusivity and respect. 

As a member of the Black Chef Movement during their start up in 2020, she supported food justice through the preparation and distribution of nutritious meals to people fighting for change.  With this evening’s menu, she will continue to express her voice as a woman of color, highlighting foods from the African diaspora and their connecting foods of the US. Says Chef Lana, “My vision as a chef is to highlight and explore what is deemed as ‘American’ food and trace the lines back to Africa and the experiences of my ancestors in this country. I know that American food culture would be nothing without black food culture, roots, and heritage, and I want to highlight this in a meaningful way in my food experiences and presentations.”  

FAQs

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?

• Yes. Please email Info@ChefsDinnerTableNYC.com with your dietary needs with at least 3 days notice. With less notice, we will undertake our best effort (but cannot guarantee) to accommodate your dietary restrictions.

Is there a dress code?

• Nobody will be barred at the door for their garb (unless they come in tank-tops and sandals!). The tone of the evening will be somewhere between smart-casual and elegant. Men are encouraged (not required) to wear a dinner jacket. Ladies will no doubt take the opportunity to impress each other. You are free to make your own choices in the context of the above.

Are there any ID requirements or an age limits to enter the event?

• Guests must be at least 21 Years of age with valid ID.

What is the closest subway stop to the event?

• B, D to Grand Street
• 6 to Canal Street
• J,Z to Canal Street
• N,Q,R,W to Canal Street

What are the closest parking lots  to the event?

There are 5 parking lots nearby (in order of proximity):

• 123 - 129 Baxter St, New York, NY 10013 (Closest, underground)
• 174 Centre St, New York, NY 10013 (2-minute walk; open-air)
• 104 Mott St, New York, NY 10013 (2-minute walk; underground)
• 44 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10013 (3-minute walk; underground)
• 395 Broome St, New York, NY 10013 (3-minute walk; open-air)

What is the refund policy? Is my registration/ticket transferable?

• While tickets are not refundable, they are transferable to anyone of legal drinking age. If you are unable to use your ticket, we will undertake to re-sell your ticket on a best-efforts basis subject to a 20% service fee.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

• No. (just have some ID handy)

Where can I contact the organizer with additional questions?

• Please email Info@ChefsDinnerTableNYC.com