Chef's Dinner Series Presents... Cedric Gayon

132 Mulberry Street, No. 502, New York, NY 10013

This  dinner event is one of a series featuring up-and-coming chefs in the New York City area who offer innovative approaches to multi-course dining experiences.  Please consider joining us for this special evening of fine dining and intimate conversation featuring a 5-course tasting menu professionally paired with a series of creative cocktails by bartender Eric Maldonado, beverage director for Elysian Cafe.  Chef Cedric Gayon has planned a special menu celebrating the five experiential tastes of the human palate: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami.  The venue is a special place, too; Chef's Dinner Table is a private culinary salon tucked away in a downtown NYC loft offering the ultimate experience in luxury private dining.

Note: all food, drink and gratuities are included with your ticket purchase, so you don't need to worry about settling a bill at the end of the night.

THE MENU

Canapés

Cocktail Pairing~ Martini- gin, vodka, Italicus, fino sherry

Five Tastes Dinner

Acid:

Tomato Melon Salad ~ tomato water, lemon basil, puffed grains

Cocktail Pairing~ Japanese gin, tomato water, citrus, elderflower, mastiha 

Sweet:

Summer Corn Soup ~ bacon espuma, confit potato, crispy corn

Cocktail Pairing~ Don Q rum blend, coconut cream, orange, pineapple, bitters 

Umami:

Seared Scallop ~ yuzu, dashi, hon shimeji, seaweed

Cocktail Pairing~ bourbon, beeswax, miso, honey, citrus

Salt:

Summer Mushroom Chicken Roulade ~ pomme puree, insalata de sedano

Cocktail Pairing~ tequila Blend, al pastor cordial, cointreau, citrus

Bitter:

Espresso Chocolate Textures ~Hidden Grounds Coffee rosebud espresso, black sesame

Cocktail Pairing~ red wine, amaro blend, lacto-fermented raspberries, Coca Cola

ABOUT THE CHEF

Cedric Gayon is the Chef de Cusine at Sirenetta, a seafood-driven modern Italian restaurant and raw bar.  Formerly Executive Chef of Madame, an elegant French bistro and cocktail parlor, and a Chef de Partie at Eleven Madison Park, Chef Gayon also worked for James Beard Award Winning Chefs Shawn McClain and Wolfgang Puck and was mentored by Michelin Starred Chef Chris Heisinger of Joel Robuchon, Las Vegas.  After many years working in restaurants of the highest caliber, he is eager to work in a space where he can share his creativity with guests in a fun and approachable setting.  His latest concept is Five Tastes, a company built as a collaborative opportunity for passionate cooks to innovate together in "pop up" dining locations in the New York City metro area.

FAQs

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?

• Yes. Please email Info@ChefsDinnerTableNYC.com with your dietary needs with at least 3 days notice. With less notice, we will undertake our best effort (but cannot guarantee) to accommodate your dietary restrictions.

Is there a dress code?

• Nobody will be barred at the door for their garb (unless they come in tank-tops and sandals!). The tone of the evening will be somewhere between smart-casual and elegant. Men are encouraged (not required) to wear a dinner jacket. Ladies will no doubt take the opportunity to impress each other. You are free to make your own choices in the context of the above.

Are there any ID requirements or an age limits to enter the event?

• Guests must be at least 21 Years of age with valid ID.

What is the closest subway stop to the event?

• B, D to Grand Street
• 6 to Canal Street
• J,Z to Canal Street
• N,Q,R,W to Canal Street

What are the closest parking lots  to the event?

There are 5 parking lots nearby (in order of proximity):

• 123 - 129 Baxter St, New York, NY 10013 (Closest, underground)
• 174 Centre St, New York, NY 10013 (2-minute walk; open-air)
• 104 Mott St, New York, NY 10013 (2-minute walk; underground)
• 44 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10013 (3-minute walk; underground)
• 395 Broome St, New York, NY 10013 (3-minute walk; open-air)

What is the refund policy? Is my registration/ticket transferable?

• While tickets are not refundable, they are transferable to anyone of legal drinking age. If you are unable to use your ticket, we will undertake to re-sell your ticket on a best-efforts basis subject to a 20% service fee.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

• No. (just have some ID handy)

Where can I contact the organizer with additional questions?

• Please email Info@ChefsDinnerTableNYC.com