On March 8th, Pinkyfinger up had the honor to attend the 18th annual Careers through Culinary Arts Program Benefit. The benefit celebrated the contributions of Chef Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern and Untitled. The well attended event raised nearly 1,000,000 to continue support scholarships as well as more career opportunities and education for disadvantage youth who are looking to pursue careers in the food service industry.
Now for the food! There were many C-Cap alums cooking for the evening. Some of the past talent included Giovanna Delli Compagni of Asiate, Betty Pena of Pig & Khao , Cesar Gutierrez of Cafe Boulud, Yvan Lemoine of Union Fare and Swainson Brown of The Writing Room.
Some of Pinkyfingerup favorites included Nobu 57 Salmon Takati, The Modern’s Egg on Eggs on Eggs , Vaucluse’s Scallop and the hands down favorite Indian Accent’s Rice Crusted Bass.
Check out some of the pics from this awesome evening and remember if you see something you like go out to the restaurant and support.
Prosciutto Parmigiano Butter Balsamic Mustard
Trout Roe Egg Yolk Fried Egg Puree Dill Brioche
Carrot Panna Cotta Yuzu Gel Pink Peppercorn
Grilled Swordfish and Pickled Lemon and Black Pepper Yogurt
Duck Liver Mousse Parfait Madiera Gelee Brioche
Flourless Choclate Tart with Mocha Cream
Thai Beef Salad Chang Mai
Oatmeal Cookies
Madrid Steak Tatare
Scallop Crudo with Black Truffles
Braised Chili Pork and Plantains Cornbread Shaved Radish Salad
Rice Crusted Bass Kerala Coconut Curry
Whole Roast Suckling Pig Celery Remoulade
Grilled Zucchini with Chili and Parmesan
Beef Tagliata Rossini with Black Truffle
Baby Beets and Pomegranate Salad Charred Fennel Bulgar Wheat
Salmon Tataki Goma Miso Ponzu
Caramelle Pasta Duck Broth Scallion Ricotta
Grilled Octopus with Red Wine Macerated Onions Capers Fresh Herbs Lemon and Olive Oil
24 Hour Coriander Sea Salt Cured Salmon with Sauce Gribiche
Roasted Radish with Salsa Verde and parmigiano reggiano crouton
Trout Roe on Russian Black Bread with Avocado Puree and Beet Pickled Shallots
Shawarma Salad Cones Chicken Falafel Hot Sauce White Sauce
Chicken Tortelloni Umbrian Lentils Parmigiani
Grilled Pinapple and Toasted Coconut Guacamole with Pepino Enchilito