Here’s what’s happening at the Beard House next week: Wednesday. July 7, 7:00 P.M. Handcrafted American Unilaterally declared “the best restaurant in Phoenix” by Elan Head of Phoenix magazine, Quiessence has come into its own under the direction of chef Gregory LaPrad, who rewrites the farm-inspired menu daily to highlight local ingredients. This dinner will also feature a selection of wines from the chef’s favorite Arizona winemakers. Thursday, July 8, 7:00 P.M. Waterside Italian For some teams, a winning streak lasts a couple of months; the lucky ones hang on for a few seasons. But the partnership between Andy Nusser and Joe Bastianich—of Babbo and Casa Mono fame—has been going strong for a decade. They’ve hit it out of the park again with Nusser’s stellar, trattoria-inspired fare at Westchester’s Tarry Lodge. For details and reservations, visit www.jamesbeard.org/events or call 212.627.2308.
