Behind the Events/ New York, NY Events

A Conversation With...
May 21 2010 9:30 AM
Elizabeth Kaledin (NY 1) will moderate a discussion with an all-star panel featuring Ellie Krieger (Food Network), Kate Krader (Food & Wine Magazine), John Fraser (Dovetail), Bill Telepan (Telepan), Lee Schrager (Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival), Steve Cuozzo (NY Post) and Dr. Joel Fuhrman (Nutritional Medicine Expert). Topics will include healthy eating, buying local, school lunch programs, and our UWS restaurants. Continental breakfast will be served starting at 8am. All net proceeds from this event will benefit Wellness in the Schools.
$35 per ticket (reserved seating)
$25 per ticket

Divine Desserts
May 21 2010 9:00 PM
Hosted by acclaimed pastry Chef Jacques Torres, Divine Desserts features delectable creations from some of the best Upper West Side pastry chefs. These confectionary whizzes will be serving up their signature sweets all night long. Divine Desserts will feature local talent, including: Vera Tong of Dovetail, Jerry Thornton of Compass, Pichet Ong of Spot Dessert Bar & Village Tart, Magnolia Bakery, Alice's Teacup and many more! Plus, nationally acclaimed mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim will be stirring up some exquisite dessert libations alongside top bartenders who will be crafting some of their own exciting signature cocktails. Entertainment throughout the evening.
Special: 2 for $130
$75 Individual Admission

Best of the West
May 22 2010 7:00 PM
The 3rd Annual Best of the West presented by ZAGAT is New Taste's signature event that will feature flavors to stimulate your palate and set your taste buds soaring. Featuring over 40 of the Upper West Side's most celebrated chefs as well as a few special guest chefs, sharing their signature dishes as well as over 20 wineries, cocktails, a 17-piece orchestra, and much more! Don't miss the VIP Reception presented by Nespresso, be among the first to sample the gourmet creations while chatting with the chefs that created these savory dishes! Specialty Nespresso cocktails in a VIP area only as well!
$200 per VIP ticket
$115 per General Admission ticket










