Eden x Friends of James Beard Foundation
Welcome to our Eden x Friends of James Beard Foundation experience, where culinary artistry meets fine wine in an unforgettable celebration. Immerse yourself in a unique, intimate dining experience as our chef, Rich Strub curates a bespoke tasting menu inspired by seasonal ingredients and global flavors. To complement each dish, we’ve crafted a carefully selected tiered wine list from Sommelier Keenan Davis, that enhances the flavors and elevates your evening. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, every course and pour promises to deliver something truly extraordinary. Join us for an unforgettable evening where every bite tells a story, and every glass is a toast to the season’s best.
Seatings for the our Eden x James Beard Foundation Dinner will be at 5:00 pm and 9:00 pm
October 2nd and 3rd, 2026
Friends of James Beard Foundation Benefit Dinner
October 2nd and 3rd
Grilled Endive
Ember Roasted Carrot, Yogurt, Dukkah, Beet Syrup
1. Floral Terranes Chardonnay North Fork of Long Island
2. Oltretorrente Colli Tortonesi Timorasso
Pan Seared Scallops
Radish, Apple, Radicchio, Ginger, and Charred Lemon Vinegar
1. Hermann J. Wiemer Riesling HJW Vineyard Estate Bottled And Grown Seneca Lake
2. Domaine Geschickt Wineck-Schlossberg Riesling
Dayboat Halibut
Delicata Squash, Marcona Almonds, Fennel, Bonito Vinaigrette
1. Dr. Konstantin Frank Rkatsiteli Amber Finger Lakes
2. I Vini Di Giovanni Umbria il Vermentuzzo 2024
Mushroom Paté
Pickled Grapes, Caraway Crisps
1. Domaine LeSeurre Cabernet Franc Barrel Select Finger Lakes
2. Cantina Ortaccio Vecchi Filari
Beef Tartare
Pickled Farm Vegetables, Cured Egg Yolk, Marrow Toast
1. Red Tail Ridge Winery Blaufränkisch RTR Estate Vineyard Finger Lakes
2. Arpepe Valtellina Superiore Sassella Stella Retica
Duck Confit
Sweet Potato, Mustard Spaetzle, Collard Greens, Apple Argodulce
1. Wolffer Estate Fatalis Fatum Red Blend Long Island
2. I Custodi Aetneus Etna Rosso
Sweet Corn Ice Cream
Tomato Jam, Basil
1. Wolffer Estate Diosa Late Harvest
2.Selbach-Oster Riesling Noble R Beerenauslese
Taste of New York Maple Syrup
Maple Popcorn, Maple Creme Brulee, Maple Toffee
1. Lamoreaux Landing Vidal Ice Finger Lakes
2. Canella Vin Santo del Chianti