February 1, 7:00 P.M. Dinner: Culinary Legends: Marcus Samuelsson and Friends’ Tribute to Leah Chase

Celebrating the Enduring Impact of the Influential New Orleans Chef

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

Join us for an unforgettable evening as renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson and chefs Rasheeda Purdie, Fariyal Abdullahi, Tristen Epps, and pastry chef Camari Mick come together for a spectacular dinner celebrating the legacy of legendary chef and cookbook author Leah Chase. Known as the “Queen of Creole Cuisine” Leah Chase was a champion of civil rights and a pivotal figure in the culinary world.
Chef Samuelsson has credited the significant influence Chase had on his Harlem restaurant Red Rooster, where art, music, and dining are united. Together with his team, they created a unique multi-course menu that reflects their admiration for Leah Chase as a pioneer and her enduring impact on the culinary landscape.

Dining Table $225 | Internal Chef Counter: $250 | External Chef Counter $175

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MENU
Hors d’Oeuvre 
Rasheeda Purdie 
Oyster Rockefeller > Chopped Oysters with Spinach, Parmesan, and Citrus   

Anthony Jones and Rasheeda Purdie 
Creole Crawfish Toast with Creole Spice, Cornbread, and Herbs 

Anthony Jones 
Red Beans and Rice Fritter with Smoked Clams and Jalapeño Remoulade 

Dinner
Fariyal Abdullahi 
Po Boy Beef Tartare with Holy Trinity and Berbere Rémoulade 

Tristen Epps 
Shrimp Clemenceau > Shrimp–Tasso Pavé with Crispy Potato, Spicy Peas, Creole Shrimp 

Marcus Samuelsson 
M’s Greens & Things Gumbo > Seafood Dumplings with Smoked Turkey, Wagyu Beef Short Rib, Collard Greens, Crispy Rice, and Pot Liquor 

Dessert
Camari Mick 
Dark Roux Mousse with Filé Crème, Pickled Jalapeño, Candied Okra, Shrimp Tuile, and Rice Ice Cream 

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.