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:
July Café Festival: Summer Squash (With Recipes)
Celebrate summer squash at our cafés and restaurants July 14-20
Roasted Chicken with Parsnip, Apple, and Apricot Ragout
Try this not-so-basic roast chicken recipe featuring a sweet and savory parsnip, apricot, and apple ragout for Rosh Hashanah.
Supporting Outstanding Service with 360 Training
Service is at the core of who we are at Great Performances, and an important component of what we look for when we hire anyone, from our back of house and administration teams to our front of house and service teams.
Mei Lai Wah
People’s Kitchen partners with Mei Lai Wah to bring our guests authentic Chinese items from this beloved Chinatown bakery.
September Food Festival Recipe: Corn
CORN AND OYSTER MUSHROOM SALAD Each month, our Great Performances menus feature seasonal ingredients. This month for the September Food Festival Recipe, we chose to
Exciting Events Around Town: August 2026
Asia Society | Brooklyn Museum| The New York Historical | Platform by the James Beard Foundation | Poster House | Wave Hill Jump to Bronx Events
OHNY Fall 2024: Celebrating New York’s Architectural Treasures with Great Performances
The 22nd Annual Open House New York (OHNY) Weekend brought the city to life with unique glimpses into some of New York’s most remarkable spaces.
June Food Festival: Berry Jam
This month we’re celebrating Preservation with a Berry Jam recipe brought to you by Pastry Chef, Albert Bello.
Jonathan Siu on Cebiche Nikkei and the Taste of Cultural Fusion
Some recipes tell a personal story, and others tell the story of an entire country. For our latest Food Festival feature, we spoke with our
