HONORING BLACK LIVES MATTER MONTH
AND SOUL FOOD MONTH
By Great Performances
As we honor both Black Lives Matter Month and Soul Food Month, it is important to acknowledge the significant contributions of Black chefs and restaurant owners to the culinary world. From traditional Southern dishes to unique and creative fusion cuisine, Black chefs and restaurant owners have brought immense talent and creativity to the industry. We are honored to partner with Black chefs and restaurant owners who have made an impact on the culinary scene, both locally and nationally.
Join us as we celebrate their achievements, cultural heritage, and culinary mastery this month and every month.
Recent and Ongoing Collaborations Include:
Garlic Scape Confit: A Soft, Savory Spread of Summer
Jump to Recipe Garlic scapes don’t just bring flavor—they bring presence. This garlic scape confit turns early summer’s most striking ingredient into a velvety, deeply
Celebrating Chinese New Year with Hugh
Hugh shares some of the traditions for Chinese New Year, along with some delicious dishes and their significance.
Simple Squash Puree
Ingredients 4 cups winter squash (butternut, acorn, delicata), peeled, deseeded, and sliced thinly 2 cups whole milk 4 tbsp unsalted butter Sea salt, to taste
GP’s Pivot Shared by CapitalOne and Forbes
GP’S PIVOT SHARED BY CAPITALONE AND FORBES Our friends at CapitalOne shared the story of how Great Performances pivoted during Covid. In less than two
Chef Joe Bachman’s Baked Chorizo & Cornbread Stuffed Lobster
In celebration of Father’s Day, Venue Chef Joe Bachman shares his recipe for Baked Chorizo & Cornbread Stuffed Lobster.
Exciting Events Around The Bronx: November 2024
Check out community celebrations, outdoor events, and unique experiences in the Bronx this month.
Fellowship Spotlight: David Quang Pham, Turnover: A New Leaf
Over the past year, David Quang Pham has continued developing Turnover: A New Leaf, the plant-based musical at the center of his 2024 Great Performances
2023 Fellowship Award Winner Aubrey Hunt Publishes His First Book
In November 2023, Aubrey Hunt, a member of our event staff, was awarded a Great Performances Fellowship Award. The $5,000 grant is presented following a
Exciting Events Around New York – November 2025
Exciting Events Around New York – November 2025 As autumn deepens and the air turns crisp, Great Performances continues to celebrate the rich cultural landscape
