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OHNY Fall 2024: Celebrating New York’s Architectural Treasures with Great Performances

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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. Great Performances (GP) was honored to be part of this incredible celebration, sponsoring and catering the OHNY Weekend Launch Party and welcoming guests into our Bronx headquarters for exclusive tours. From classic New York street food to our signature culinary creations, GP infused the events with a taste of New York’s diversity and flair.

 

 

The OHNY Weekend Launch Party at United Palace

The iconic United Palace in Washington Heights set the stage for the OHNY Weekend launch. Nearly 400 guests gathered in sequins, gold, and eclectic styles, kicking off this beloved celebration with an evening filled with community, music, and New York spirit. GP was proud to sponsor and cater this event, where we showcased a classic New York-inspired menu that perfectly complemented the vibrant venue.

The Menu

Classic NY Street Food with a Twist

Our menu honored New York’s street food culture, serving up Kosher All-Beef Hot Dogs with classic toppings like ketchup and mustard on Martin’s long potato rolls, alongside Vegan Hot Dogs with a twist—featuring kale pesto, pickled shallots, and spiced sunflower seeds on a vegan bun.

Special Bites

We also brought in GP’s famous Thunder Pickle Spears and warm, freshly baked Soft Pretzels with Deli Mustard, a perfect snack for mingling in this grand space.

A Global Taste with Eat Offbeat

Highlighting New York’s global flavors, we collaborated with Eat Off Beat to serve Pollo Guisado and Caraotas Negras, two Venezuelan dishes that added a unique touch to the event.

Sweet Finale

To round off the night, guests indulged in select desserts, each crafted to add sweetness to the celebration.

OHNY Weekend: A Three-Day Festival Across 270+ Sites

October 18-20 marked three unforgettable days where tens of thousands of New Yorkers and visitors explored 271 sites across the five boroughs. OHNY Weekend continues to bring the city’s rich architecture and hidden gems to the public, deepening connections and creating moments of discovery.

Behind the Scenes at Great Performances’ Bronx Headquarters

GP welcomed guests for three packed tours of our Bronx office and commissary, offering an insider look at the heart of our operations. Visitors got to see firsthand how our commitment to quality, sustainability, and creativity comes to life.

 

Starting at Mae Mae Cafe

We kicked off each tour in our Bronx-based cafe and plant shop, Mae Mae, where guests enjoyed the cozy ambiance and greenery before heading into our bustling kitchen spaces.


Exploring Our Culinary Process

From loading docks to pantries and walk-in refrigerators, guests traced the journey of our ingredients from delivery to final preparation in our hot and cold kitchens, seeing how each element is crafted to retain freshness and flavor.

Design and Presentation

A visit to our warehouse and design space revealed over 2,000 custom trays, serving pieces, and decor items used to elevate events. This glimpse into our design inventory showed the creative range we bring to each event, whether it’s a rustic gathering or an elegant gala.

 

Pastry Kitchen and Special Treats

In our pastry kitchen, guests watched our chefs in action and received a parting gift: Chef Albert Bello’s beloved chocolate chip cookies. These cookies, known for their ideal chewy-crispy texture and rich brown sugar and chocolate flavor, made for the perfect takeaway and a sweet memory of their visit.

OHNY Weekend is more than a citywide festival—it’s a tribute to New York City’s diversity, history, and shared spaces. Great Performances is proud to support OHNY’s mission and delighted to bring our culinary artistry to this year’s celebration. As we shared classic New York flavors and gave visitors a glimpse into our creative process, we felt the true spirit of OHNY: opening doors and connecting communities in meaningful ways.

Photography: Main image; Galleries 1 & 2 by Jenna Bascomb; Gallery 3 by Hechler Photographers

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