La Mar and the James Beard Foundation are coming together to bring you two gastronomic events featuring La Mar Bellevue’s Executive Chef Kaoru Chang and acclaimed Peruvian chef Gastón Acurio in New York City at Platform by JBF.
Peru, Land of Diversity – by La Mar
Unveiling La Mar Bellevue: A Peruvian Culinary Journey with Gastón Acurio
Friday, October 25th starting at 7:00 pm
Platform, by the James Beard Foundation
25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011
This exclusive evening serves as a delicious introduction to Gastón’s newest La Mar Cocina Peruana location, opening in downtown Bellevue, Washington. Chef Acurio will be curating a unique menu alongside executive chefs from Lima (the original La Mar), Miami, and San Francisco. Bellevue’s own Chef Kaoru Chang takes the spotlight, showcasing his culinary talent alongside Acurio’s renowned expertise.
Peruvian Flavors Meet the Pacific Northwest – Peru, Land of Diversity – by La Mar, draws inspiration from the anticipated La Mar Bellevue menu. This innovative dinner event connects Bellevue, Washington, and Lima, Peru through gastronomy. Diners will explore the rich seafood diversity of the Pacific Ocean, connecting the North Pacific waters with their South Pacific counterparts.
This rare event serves as a platform to introduce both Chef Kaoru Chang and La Mar Bellevue to the culinary world, as Acurio continues his lifelong mission of introducing Peruvian cuisine to the global gastronomic stage.
The James Beard Foundation presents;
Clase de Cebiche & Causa by Gastón Acurio & Executive Chef Kaoru Chang
Thursday, October 24th starting at 6:00 pm
Platform, by James Beard Foundation
25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011
Learn how to prepare a traditional Peruvian Cebiche en su Concha and Dungeness Crab Causa by the master hands of acclaimed Peruvian Chef Gastón Acurio and La Mar Bellevue’s Executive Chef Kaoru Chang. Enjoy a welcome bite and Peruvian cocktail, then get immersed in Peruvian kitchen traditions as you learn step-by-step preparations for three Peruvian culinary treasures.
This special Demo & Dine event at the James Beard Foundation lies on the cusp of the opening of La Mar Bellevue, located just minutes from Seattle, Washington where Kaoru Chang will be heading the La Mar menu and kitchen staff as the latest La Mar chef to join the culinary team.
