Taste America: Boston
Tue, November 14, 2023
7:15 PM
Gustazo
Price: General: $350 per pair / Premier: $500 per pair
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6:00 P.M. Premier Ticket Holder Arrivals
7:15 P.M. General Ticket Holder Arrivals
Premier benefit ticket holders receive premier seating and early access for an exclusive 60-minute cocktail reception prior to dinner with featured entertainment.
A national dining event celebrating your local restaurant community.
Taste America, presented by Capital One, is a nationwide initiative to bring together chefs, special guests, and diners from across the country to celebrate the local independent restaurants at the heart of our communities.
The dinner at Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar will be an intimate gathering with a multi-course menu created by chef Patricia Estorino of Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar in Boston and chef Vivek Surti of TAILOR in Nashville. The menu will reflect their signature styles and highlight the uniqueness of their restaurants and communities. The dinner will also include beverage pairings for each course.
SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMER
Yosvony Terry
Composer, Chekeré, Saxophonist, and Senior Lecturer and Director of Jazz
Ensembles at Harvard University
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Proceeds from your ticket directly support the local independent restaurants and chefs participating in the event. A portion of proceeds support JBF's national programming that is rooted in advocacy, racial equity, sustainability, and women's leadership for the culinary industry.
Menu
MULTI-COURSE MEAL CREATED BY
James Beard Award Semifinalist
Patricia Estorino
Gustazo
Boston
and
James Beard Award Semifinalist
Vivek Surti
TAILOR
Nashville
CANAPÉS
Plantain Bhajiya with Fenugreek, Black Pepper, Brown Butter, and Cilantro Chutney
*Vegetarian, allium-free, gluten-free, and nut-free; contains dairy
Ceviche > Wild Striped Bass with Lemongrass, Finger Lime, Sea Beans, and Malanga Chip
*Dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and shellfish-free; contains alliums
Empanada de Langosta > Mini Lobster Empanada with Gruyere and Tarragon Aïoli
*Nut-free; contains alliums, dairy, gluten, and shellfish
BEVERAGES
Wine
Beau Joie Brut NV
Specialty Cocktails
Raisin The Bar > House Raisin Rum with Fino Sherry, Carpano Antica Vermouth, Rye, Orange Bitters, and Angostura Bitters
Cuban Cigar > 15 Year Havana Club Rum with 12 Year Scotch, Amontillado Sherry, Amaro, Tobacco Wrapper Leaf Infusion, and Bitters
Mocktail
Smokey Cuban > Lapsang Souchong Tea with Bitters, Cinnamon, and Tobacco Spray
BREAD COURSE
Pan de Yuca > Cassava Bread with Kerrygold Aged Cheddar and Kerrygold Mango Butter
*Vegetarian, allium-free, gluten-free, and nut-free; contains dairy
APPETIZER
Nantucket Bay Scallop with Nimbu Saan, Yogurt, Winter Citrus, and Hemp Seeds
*Nut-free; contains alliums, dairy, and shellfish
The Calling Vintage Chardonnay 2021
ENTRÉE*
Lechal Asado > Roasted Suckling Pig Collar and Belly with Sour Orange Mojo, Cuban Split Pea Purée, Maduro Noodles, Boniato au Gratin, Coconut Milk, and Gooseberries
*Gluten-free, nut-free, and shellfish-free; contains alliums and dairy
The Calling Pinot Noir 2021
The Calling Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
ALTERNATE ENTRÉE
Ropa Vieja de Hongos > Mushroom Ropa Vieja with Shiitake Mushrooms, Calasparra Congri Rice,Boniato Bravas, and Watercress
*Vegetarian, gluten-free, and nut-free; contains alliums and dairy; can be made vegan
DESSERT
Smoked Tea–Infused Chocolate Cigar with Dulce de Leche Ice Cream, Mascarpone, and Aged Havana Club Añejo–Poached Amarena Cherries
*Vegetarian and nut-free; contains dairy and gluten
Food and beverage offerings are subject to change. Guests must be 21 years+ with a valid ID to attend the event.
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Related Info
James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 and older.
Reservation Policy: All reservations are nonrefundable and must be made in advance. Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, the James Beard Foundation will offer options including ticket exchanges, use of tickets for future events, and option to donate tickets. For more information, contact reservations@jamesbeard.org.
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