Demo and Dine: The Banchan Experience with James Beard Award Semifinalists Kisa
Wed, May 14, 2025
6:00 PM
Pier 57
25 11th Ave
New York, NY 10011
General Admission
$95
Explore the History and Culture of Korean Side Dishes with Kisa’s Chefs
Led by the team behind Kisa, the new Korean diner and 2025 James Beard Award Best New Restaurant semifinalist, guests will enjoy a curated banchan experience to discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and dynamic flavors of banchan.
Kisa's talented chefs will lead a banchan demonstration that showcases their 'Baekban' home-style menu, which reflects the offerings of a traditional Kisa Sikdang '기사식당' – “driver’s restaurant” – a concept that emerged in Korea in the 1980s to serve taxi drivers along major routes.
Guests will enjoy Kisa's signature platters featuring a variety of authentic, seasonal banchan alongside their Spicy Pork entrée. The experience will be rounded out with Korean spirits such as Ninome Tangerine Soju, a unique soju from Jeju Island in Korea that is rarely found in New York.
Who's Cooking
Kisa team, from left: Steve Jaewoo Choi, David Joonwoo Yun, Simon Youngju Lee, Yongmin Kim, Kove Lee
Steve Jaewoo Choi, David Joonwoo Yun, Yongmin Kim
Alcohol generously donated by ANJUU Korean Craft Spirits.
Additional Info
Event Policy
Reservation Policy:
All reservations are non-refundable and must be made in advance. Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, including COVID-19, JBF will offer a range of options, including ticket exchanges, the option to donate tickets, or a full refund. For more information, contact platformbyjbf@jamesbeard.org.
Alcohol Disclaimer:
James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served.
Dietary/Food Restrictions Policy:
Events at Platform by JBF are special one-night-only menus and we do not offer a la carte menus. If you have serious food allergies, we will work with the visiting chef team to do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee that alternate options will be available for every course.
Terms
Tickets to events held at Platform at Pier 57 by the James Beard Foundation cover the cost of food, education and a unique dining experience. Meals are prepared by culinary masters from all regions of the United States and around the world. Unless otherwise stated, alcoholic beverages are provided on a complimentary basis and are not included in the ticket price.
James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served.