Dinner: Experience Japanese Excellence with Chefs Masako Morishita, Atsushi Kono, and Atsuko Fujimoto
Sat, May 10, 2025
6:30 PM
Pier 57
25 11th Ave
New York, NY 10011
Dining Table
$225
Internal Counter
$250
External Counter
$175
Featuring James Beard Award Recognized Chefs from Perry’s, Kono, and Norimoto Bakery
Experience an unforgettable evening of Japanese cuisine featuring three incredible James Beard Award-recognized chefs— 2024 Emerging Chef Winner Masako Morishita, 2025 Best Chef New York Semifinalist Atsushi Kono, and 2024 Outstanding Baker Atsuko Fujimoto. At this one-night-only collaboration, the chefs will showcase their creativity, expertise, and distinct points of view from their shared Japanese culture.
At his eponymous restaurant Kono, awarded three stars by the New York Times, Chef Atsushi elevates the traditional art of yakitori. Chef Masako, a member of the U.S. State Department’s American Culinary Corps, has honed her innovative Japanese-comfort dishes at Perry’s in Washington, D.C. While Chef Atsuko of Portland Maine’s Norimoto Bakery will punctuate the dinner with her creations which blend European techniques with Japanese flavors.
Don't miss this memorable exploration of Japanese cuisine and culture led by three of the country’s most exciting Japanese chefs.
Who's Cooking
Masako Morishita
Atsushi Kono
Atsuko Fujimoto (Photo: Galdones Photography / JBF)
Menu
Menu coming soon!
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.