Introduction to the Forgotten Foods Festival
A New York City hospitality group is inviting New Yorkers to rediscover old favorites during its Forgotten Foods Festival later this month. From March 28 through April 6, Chef Driven Hospitality’s restaurants will bring back storied dishes from their cuisines, spanning from French and Mediterranean to Israeli and American.
The Concept and Inspiration
The recipes will be paired with a lineup of wines and cocktails to complement each restaurant’s menu, curated by Chef Driven Hospitality’s Beverage Director Aviram Turgeman. “Our chef-led philosophy brings a personal touch to everything we do in our restaurants,” said Simon Oren, Partner of Chef Driven Hospitality. “Our chefs and their teams have reached into their memories for dishes from their past that truly spoke to them, each infused with the spirit of the restaurant’s cuisine. We are excited for our guests to experience this nostalgic journey through food and drink,” said Leir Oren, Partner, Chef Driven Hospitality.
Featured Dishes and Menus
The dishes featured on the Forgotten Foods menus will be inspired by recipes passed down from great-grandmothers, dishes discovered during travels, memories from the Executive Chefs and their teams, and techniques that they mastered in their first culinary roles. For example, Chef Amitzur Mor’s menu at Barbounia will feature Yemenite Beef Soup, North African “Moch Mcharmel” (Spicy Veal Brain Stew), and the Persian dessert Faloodeh Shirazi. At LeMonde, Chef Segundo Guaman added a pike fish with barigoule, which, according to Guaman, is “a dish named after a mushroom that became so rare, the dish itself fell into obscurity…” Other new menu items at participating restaurants include Estockaficada from Executive Chef Andy D’Amico at Nice Matin, the Tacos de Lengua at Playa Betty’s, and the Coda alla Vaccinara with polenta at Sempre Oggi.
Beverages and Wine Selections
For the cocktail menus, the Forgotten Foods Festival will bring back the Apple Martini and the Sazerac. For wine selections, Turgeman selected the Blanquette de Limoux, White Zinfandel, Vin de Savoie- Apremont, and Gaillac. “You really don’t find these wines, or the grapes they are produced with, anywhere outside of their French regions of origin,” said Turgeman. “I selected them for that reason as well as for their versatility and food friendliness.”
Participating Restaurants
Participating restaurants include:
- Barbounia, 250 Park Ave. South
- Acadia, 101 West 57th St.
- Dagon, 2454 Broadway
- LeMonde, 2885 Broadway
- Marseille, 630 9th Ave.
- Nice Matin, 201 W 79th St.
- Cafe D’Alsace, 1703 2nd Ave.
- Monterey, 37 East 50th St.
- 5 Napkin Burger, 630 9th Ave. and 2315 Broadway
- French Roast, 2340 Broadway
- L’Express, 249 Park Ave. South
- Nizza, 630 9th Ave.
- Playa Betty’s, 320 Amsterdam Ave.
- Sempre Oggi, 164 W 75th St.
Conclusion
The Forgotten Foods Festival menus will be available at each restaurant for lunch and dinner, offering a unique culinary experience for New Yorkers. With a wide range of dishes and beverages to choose from, this festival is sure to delight foodies and those looking to try something new.
FAQs
Q: What is the Forgotten Foods Festival?
A: The Forgotten Foods Festival is a culinary event where Chef Driven Hospitality’s restaurants will bring back storied dishes from their cuisines, paired with a lineup of wines and cocktails.
Q: When and where will the festival take place?
A: The festival will take place from March 28 through April 6 at various Chef Driven Hospitality restaurants in New York City.
Q: What types of dishes can I expect to find on the menus?
A: The dishes will be inspired by recipes passed down from great-grandmothers, dishes discovered during travels, memories from the Executive Chefs and their teams, and techniques that they mastered in their first culinary roles.
Q: Will the festival menus be available for lunch and dinner?
A: Yes, the Forgotten Foods Festival menus will be available at each restaurant for lunch and dinner.
Q: Can I find more information about the participating restaurants and their menus?
A: Yes, a list of participating restaurants and their addresses is provided, and you can visit their websites or contact them directly for more information about their menus and offerings.
