For the first time since 2020, experience the ultimate epicurean celebration at Grand Gourmet – the Flavor of Midtown ® 2023! This long-running, annually sold-out premier tasting event allows attendees to savor some of the finest local cuisine from top restaurants, sided by never-ending drinks and a stunning venue, starting at 7:00pm on Thursday February 23, 2023 at Cipriani 42nd Street.
Grab your $109 GA Ticket (a $162 value) and immerse yourself in sensational flavors via 20+ dishes crafted by renowned chefs & restaurants, plus a 2 Hour Open Bar of Wines, Brooklyn Brewery Beers, 2 Signature Cocktails from the mixologists at Bookmarks, a Nue Vodka Cocktail, and a Five & 20 Spirits Rye Whiskey Cocktail.
Swoon in anticipation as you peruse the list of participating restaurants & past dishes - Michelin Guide-favorite Modern Mediterranean from Ammos Estatorio, The Capital Grille's Crusted Tenderloin with Caramelized Shallot Butter & Truffle Mac ‘N Cheese, Pershing Square's Poached Salmon with Watermelon Salsa, Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant's Bluepoint Oysters on the Half Shell, and more!
To sweeten the feast, divine over decadent desserts, such as Magnolia Bakery's Famous Banana Pudding, or Li-Lac Chocolates Butter Crunch & Pecan Chews, with every bite elevated as you imbibe from glasses of sumptuous sips.
While you dine & drink, you'll find even more bliss in the fact that your ticket will help raise funds to support homeless service programs in Midtown East. Giving back has never tasted so delicious...
Get your taste buds ready - you palate has never experienced anything quite like Grand Gourmet 2023®! Since the mid-1980s, the Grand Central Partnership has maintained its goal to keep the Grand Central neighborhood clean, safe, and thriving in an effort to preserve the cultural and culinary artistry that flourishes in the area.
Through their combined efforts and this magnificent gathering, they have raised over $1 million for local homeless programs and services, and are throwing their biggest bash ever this year, gathering the region's finest chefs and restaurants for a display of epicurean excellence in Cipriani's palatial interiors. As the first soirée since the pandemic, expect big names, and big flavors!
The lineup is drool-worthy - just take a look at the 2020 menu! We're talking Black Sesame Waffle Tarts with Tuna Tartare & Spicy Mayo, Prime Roast Beef Sliders, Cavatelli with Short Rib, and then some, plus a steady stream of libations from Fulkerson Winery, Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars, Montauk Distilling, Five & 20 Spirits, and Brooklyn Brewery, among others.
You'll marvel at the stunning, sky-high ceilings and jaw-dropping beauty of the iconic Cipriani 42nd Street, finishing your feast with masterfully assembled desserts to supply the evening with a sweet finish - we're especially excited for Cipriani Dolci & Common Meadows Creamery!
Raise your (many) glasses and toast to incredible food, indulgent drinks, a magnificent location, and a worthy cause...
You may view the full list restaurants here.
Your $109 GA Ticket (a $162 Value) Includes:
Grand Central Partnership's Website | Grand Gourmet 2023
May purchase as many vouchers as you like for personal use or for gifting.
Event and Open Bar run from 7:00pm-9:00pm.
Valid only for event on Thursday February 23, 2023.