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09/02/2026
Enjoy drink pairings at Platform, no matter your preference. đĽ
Next time you join us, head to the bar and choose from our seasonally curated booze-free cocktails by Curious Elixirs. Bursting with botanicals, fruits, and spice, each pour is to crafted to complement every courseâand conversationâaround the table.
(đ¸: Max Flatow)
08/31/2026
Take a culinary heritage journey. đ˝ď¸
Two acclaimed chefsâJames Beard Award winnerÂŽ Andrew Black and âTop Chefâ cheftestant Nana Wilmotâexplore the direct ties between West African ingredients and Caribbean cuisine with a dazzling multi-course menu blending history and innovation, artistry and precision.
đ Plus, get a sneak peek at chef Blackâs new restaurant, Dougla Kitchen, honoring the intersection of Jamaicaâs African and South Asian heritage.
đ View the menu and get tickets today!:https://brnw.ch/21x5kAA
08/26/2026
Cap off summer with a bountiful feast of hand-harvested, peak-season produce from Katchkie Farm, Great Performancesâ 60-acre organic farm in the Hudson Valley.
Their vibrant multi-course menu will highlight the connection between soil, season, and plateâfrom heirloom tomatoes and sweet corn to late-blooming herbs. âď¸đ
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đď¸ Get tickets to savor summer for one more night!: https://brnw.ch/21x5e7T
08/24/2026
File this one under unforgettable.
Celebrate the launch of âFoods of La Frontera,â the latest from two-time 2026 James Beard Media Award winnerÂŽ, TV host, and chef Pati Jinich. The menu will feature dishes from the book showcasing the vibrant Mexican culinary traditions brought by generations of regional migrants, plus wines from Casa Madero, the Americasâ oldest winery.
đď¸ View the menu and get tickets today!: https://brnw.ch/21x5aUp
Copies of âFoods of La Fronteraâ will be available for purchase with tickets and at the event from our friends Kitchen Arts & Letters.
08/20/2026
Rhode Island is having a culinary moment. Littleneck Hospitality Groupâs newly anointed hotspot Pescadou brings a taste of the Ocean State to NYC with a menu of souped-up classics filtered through a French lens.
A trio of James Beard Award semifinalistsâchefs Robert Andreozzi and William Rietzel and cocktail pro Jesse Hedbergâwill serve up spirited hospitality, sublime seafood, and creative libations at this canât-miss dinner. Get tickets today: https://brnw.ch/21x55qZ
08/18/2026
Good things come in threes. San SebastiĂĄnâs Mugaritzâone of the worldâs most influential restaurantsâcounts many all-star chef alumni, including Maria Barriga of Oxomoco and Juliana Thorpe and Ignacio Zuzulich of The Lodge at Dawn Ranch.
For one night only, the trio will reunite for a multi-course dinner blending the innovation and technique honed in the Basque Country with their Colombian, Brazilian, Mexican, and Argentine roots. Get more info and tickets for this canât-miss dinner now: https://brnw.ch/21x51Rl
08/14/2026
Northern Chinese fare with Lone Star State flair. â
Join beloved âTop Chefâ finalist and dumpling queen Shirley Chung for a one-night-only menu showcasing Night Rooster's inventive dishes and handmade dumplings, including the signature jumbo Wagyu cheeseburger potstickers.
Follow the link for more info and get tickets today:
A Night with theâŻâDumpling Queenâ and Top Chef Fan Favorite
08/13/2026
Weâre seeing stars. 𤊠Septemberâs dazzling line-up features an iconic TV host, James Beard Award winners, âTop Chefâ alums, and a trio of acclaimed chefs reuniting for a collab dinner for the history books.
Plus, savor a stunning late-summer harvest dinner, relish a taste of the Riviera, and celebrate the culinary roots of the Afro-Caribbean diaspora.
đď¸ Get tickets for these one-night-only events: https://brnw.ch/21x4UN7
08/08/2026
The art of the raw bar. đŚŞ
Join us for a 50th anniversary bash with James Beard America's ClassicsÂŽ Award winner and legendary Philadelphia seafood institution Oyster House! đ
Enjoy a sublime summer feast starring cold oysters, abundant shellfish, and peak-season fish, all executed with the unpretentious approach and warm hospitality that makes Oyster House an enduring classic.
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đď¸ Get more info and to snag tickets today!:
A 50th Anniversary Dinner with the Iconic Philadelphia Seafood Institution
08/06/2026
Dessert deserves a pairing, too. â
The final course at Platform just got even better thanks to our newest Platform Purveyor, Nespresso.
Next time you join us, choose from our curated selection of Nespresso coffeesâfrom rich espressos to creamy cappuccinos and refreshing iced caffè lattesâto put a bold finishing touch on your Platform experience. â¨
(đ¸: Max Flatow)
08/05/2026
Smoke and spice. đĽ
Celebrate chef, author, and âTop Chefâ alumna Claudette Zepedaâs new cookbook with a dazzling dinner rooted in recipes bridging her travels, her grandmaâs nomadic legacy, and the borderâs multicultural cuisine.
The menu highlights the rich cultural exchange of regional spices and smoke, from the unexpected CantoneseâSzechuan flavors of Mexicaliâs La Chinesca to the rugged traditions of desert vaqueros.
đď¸ See the menu and get tickets today!: https://brnw.ch/21x4HyE
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25 11th Avenue
New York, NY
10011
To get to the food and drink stand located on 11th Avenue in New York, you can take public transport by using either the MTA Subway or Bus. If taking the subway, take the A, C, or E line to 34th Street-Penn Station and walk west towards 11th Avenue. If taking the bus, take the M34-SBS bus to 11th Avenue and W 37 St.
If driving and looking for parking options nearby, there are several garages available in the area including Icon Parking at West 36th St. and Quik Park at West 39th St. Alternatively, street parking may be available but is limited in this busy area of Manhattan.
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Platform by JBF is a food stand located on 11th Avenue in New York City that brings the James Beard Foundation's mission to life. This culinary hotspot offers an unforgettable experience for foodies looking for something new and exciting. The events calendar at Platform by JBF is always packed with tastings, panels, dinners, and more. Recently, they kicked off their Chef-In-Residence program with Robynne Maii, winner of Best Chef: Northwest and Pacific in 2022. The weeklong series of joyful Hawaiian feasts, music, dance, and great company was a huge success.
In addition to their regular events, Platform by JBF celebrates Pride Month every June by showcasing the delicious diversity of the queer culinary community with featured LGBTQ+ chefs and industry professionals. From Queer speed dating with Friends and Family to meeting your match at Oakland's Queer Food Foundation, there's something for everyone at Platform by JBF.
If you're looking for a unique culinary experience in New York City, look no further than Platform by JBF. Visit their website to view their full calendar of events and grab your tickets before they sell out!
