January 28, 6:00 P.M. Demo and Dine: Hot Pot and Baijiu with Natasha Pickowicz and Ming River

A Lunar New Year Demo and Tasting

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

Acclaimed pastry chef Natasha Pickowicz is well-known for her delectable desserts, but the James Beard Award nominee is getting in touch with her savory side for an evening celebrating her Chinese heritage and Lunar New Year. Chef Pickowicz will lead a cooking demonstration and share all about the beloved Chinese hot pot, a meaningful dish connected to her family traditions and home. Guests will be served recipes representing the Lunar New Year and have the chance to learn about and enjoy tastings of Ming River Sichuan baijiu, an exceptionally made traditional Chinese grain spirit.

General Admission: $95

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Xiao Chi> Roasted Peanuts, Broad Beans, and Shrimp Chips 

Contains peanuts and shellfish 

Ming River Baijiu Cocktail

Crunchy Seaweed Boats with Bean Curd Noodles, Carrots, and Herbs 

Vegan; contains sesame and soy 

Pork and Shiso Jiaozi> Minced Pork and Caramelized Cabbage-Stuffed Jiaozi with Black Vinegar and Charred Orange Dipping Sauces 

Contains wheat and soy 

Steamed Sea Bass with Fig Leaf Oil, Fermented Black Bean Sauce, and Scallions 

Contains alliums and soy 

Tangerine and Baijiu Granita 

Vegan 

Baijiu generously donated by Ming River Sichuan Baijiu

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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.