March 5, 7:00 P.M. Dinner: From Normandy to Nice with Chef Brandon Chrostowski of EDWINS Presented by Capital One

A Celebration of French Cuisine and Second Chances

25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USA

Raise a glass and indulge in an extraordinary evening of French cuisine, bubbles, and inspiration. Led by Chef Brandon Chrostowski, the CEO and visionary behind EDWINS Leadership and Restaurant Institute, this dinner will celebrate the art of French cookery and the transformative power of second chances.
Located in Cleveland, Ohio, EDWINS is a non-profit organization that provides formerly incarcerated adults culinary arts skills and a foundation in hospitality to forge a new path in the restaurant industry. Please join us for this unique and decadent dining experience, which will not only channel the joie de vivre, but inspire guests with powerful stories of resilience and new beginnings. 

Dining Table $175 | Internal Chef's Counter $190 | External Chef's Counter $155 

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HORS D'OUEVRES 

Cauliflower Chaud and Froid Oysters 

Contains dairy and shellfish 

Duck Terrine 

Contains nuts 

Truffled Quail Eggs 

French 75 

Vieux Carre 

DINNER 

Local Greens with Potatoes, Bacon Lardons, and Aged Red Wine Vinaigrette 

Contains dairy 

Champagne Nicolas Feuilatte Réserve Exclusive Brut NV 

Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops, and White Fish Sausage with Beurre Blanc 

Contains dairy and shellfish 

Champagne Pannier Sélection Brut NV 

Veal Chop with Morel Mushrooms and Spinach 

Contains dairy 

Champagne Nicolas Feuilatte Réserve Exclusive Brut NV 

Orange Soufflé  with Crème Anglaise 

Contains dairy 

Neirano Pitulè Moscato D'Asti 2022 

Tickets to events held at Platform at Pier 57 by the James Beard Foundation cover the cost of food, education and a unique dining experience. Meals are prepared by culinary masters from all regions of the United States and around the world. Unless otherwise stated, alcoholic beverages are provided on a complimentary basis and are not included in the ticket price.

James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served.

Event Policy

Reservation Policy:

All reservations are non-refundable and must be made in advance. Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, including COVID-19, JBF will offer a range of options, including ticket exchanges, the option to donate tickets, or a full refund. For more information, contact platformbyjbf@jamesbeard.org.

Alcohol Disclaimer:

James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served. 

Dietary/Food Restrictions Policy:

Events at Platform by JBF are special one-night-only menus and we do not offer a la carte menus. If you have serious food allergies, we will work with the visiting chef team to do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee that alternate options will be available for every course.