PLATFORM BY JBF
Found in the Market 57 food hall, Platform by the James Beard Foundation is a state-of-the-art show kitchen, event space, and educational hub for outstanding culinary arts programming.
Culinary Events & Programs
Featuring a rotating number of chefs-in-residence, the show kitchen will host pioneers of the food and beverage industry—James Beard Award winners, nominees, and semifinalists—as well as incredible emerging talent curated from the James Beard Foundation’s community.
EVENTS
Experience the best of American food culture and the people behind it through our classes, demos, panels, dinners, and more. Buy tickets to our events now!
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Join us this October at Platform by JBF for an extraordinary month of culinary experiences! Our lineup features exclusive dinners with James Beard Award-winning chefs, intimate cooking demos, and engaging book talks with renowned authors. Highlights include a tribute to Nelson Mandela's historic White House dinner, a celebration of Indigenous cuisine, and an exploration of Peruvian flavors with acclaimed chef Gastón Acurio. From seasonal harvest menus to innovative chef collaborations, there's something to delight every food enthusiast. Don't miss our special events honoring Filipino American History Month and the legacy of Italian cooking icon Marcella Hazan. With options ranging from casual tastings to elegant multi-course meals, come savor the best of autumn's bounty and culinary creativity at Platform by JBF.