Long before the rise of celebrity chefs, there was James Beard — the original tastemaker who helped shape American cuisine. Today, the James Beard Foundation carries on his legacy by celebrating the nation’s most visionary culinary talent through one-of-a-kind dining experiences. For one extraordinary evening, step behind the scenes at his historic Greenwich Village townhouse before continuing on to the Foundation’s state-of-the-art culinary venue for an unforgettable dinner hosted by a world-renowned chef.

Join New York Adventure Club for an exclusive tour and dining experience with the James Beard Foundation, featuring a rare look inside the historic James Beard House (normally closed to the public) followed by a one-night-only dinner at Platform, the Foundation’s premier culinary destination at Pier 57.

The July 29, 2025 culinary experience will feature Chefs Ron Hsu and Aaron Phillips of Michelin-starred Lazy Betty in Atlanta, as they bring their acclaimed tasting menu and creative storytelling to New York City for an exclusive dinner event.

This truly unique experience will include:

The James Beard House Tour

• An exclusive guided tour of the storied James Beard House, the former home of the “Dean of American Cookery,” which has been closed to the public since 2020
• A celebratory Champagne toast in the salon, where generations of culinary icons have gathered

The July 29, 2025 Dinner at Platform by JBF: Michelin-Starred Lazy Betty

Hors d'Oeuvre

• Duck "Cigar" with Sour Cherry Mostarda
• Tuna Tartare with Smoked Eel Bavarois
• Beet Profiterole with Meyer Lemon

Mains

• Kampachi Tataki with Kiwi Consommé, Mint, Avocado Mousse, and Hearts of Palm
• Gulf Shrimp Causa with Ají–Potato Emulsion and Pepper Relish
• Stone Axe "Steak and Eggs" with Potato Fondant, Egg Yolk Fudge, and Truffle Jus
• Olive Oil–Lemon Cake with Yuzu Curd and Coconut Sorbet

Drinks

• Complimentary wine and cocktail pairings created exclusively for this evening’s menu

Your ticket includes an exclusive New York Adventure Club tour of the James Beard House and a reserved seat at the coveted pre-scheduled dinner at Platform by JBF.

Come hungry!

*Food allergy note: Events at Platform by JBF are special one-night-only menus and they do not offer a la carte menus. If you have serious food allergies, they will work with the visiting chef team to do their best to accommodate, but cannot guarantee that alternate options will be available for every course. Please contact platformbyjbf[at]jamesbeard[dot]org. Full allergy information of each dish can be found here.

**Please note that the house location (167 W. 12th Street) is separate from the dinner location (25 11th Avenue). After the tour, the JBF staff member will walk the group over to Pier 57. If you choose to skip the tour entirely, you may head straight to Platform by JBF at Pier 57.

***The James Beard House does not have an elevator

****Tickets close 48 hours before the event

Schedule of Events

5:00-6:00pm: James Beard House Tour with Champagne Toast

6:00-6:20pm: Walk to Pier 57 with JBF Staff Member

6:30-9:30pm: Dinner at Platform by JBF (inside Pier 57)

About the Chefs

James Beard Award Semifinalists Ron Hsu and Aaron Phillips Showcase Their Fine Dining Gem Chef-partners Ron Hsu and Aaron Phillips, of Atlanta‘s Michelin-starred Lazy Betty, are bringing their inventive cuisine to New York City.

Recognized as James Beard Award semifinalists for Best New Restaurant and Best Chef: Southeast, the duo is renowned for creating stunning dishes showcasing modern techniques, intentionality, and finesse, all crafted with exquisite ingredients and inspired by a variety of cuisines. Before founding Lazy Betty, Ron and Aaron worked at the preeminent seafood restaurant Le Bernardin and honed their skills in other notable New York kitchens.

For this dinner, they’ll present iconic dishes from their celebrated tasting menu, offering a distinct taste of what has rightfully put them on Atlanta’s culinary map.

About the James Beard Foundation

Since its founding in 1986, the James Beard Foundation has championed independent restaurants and culinary professionals across the U.S., transforming from a celebration of gastronomy into a powerful changemaker in the food world. Named for chef, cookbook author, and pioneer James Beard—who taught cooking, hosted TV shows, and shaped American cuisine—the Foundation carries forward his spirit through programming like guest-chef dinners, scholarships, conferences, and the esteemed James Beard Awards.

Aligned with the vision of “Good Food for Good®,” the Foundation is dedicated to a vibrant, equitable, and sustainable independent restaurant industry, which it supports through advocacy, education, mentorship, and recognition. Central to its mission is the historic James Beard House in Greenwich Village—a living culinary laboratory where emerging and established chefs shape the future of American cooking through over 200 public dinners annually.

Disclaimer

By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service.

No refunds. All sales are final.

Due to inclusion of alcoholic beverages, must be 21 or older to attend.

Photo Credit: Top Right / Bottom Right - Max Flatow/JBF

Categories: In-Person, Food & Drink