Chef George's "Dear Dumpling" Cask & Crust Dinner Event

Join Django for an unforgettable culinary event! Old-world cuisine is brought to the modern table at Chef George Formaro’s Cask and Crust. Enjoy classic dishes and cuisine reinterpreted through the eyes of a chef and food historian with a special focus on artisan wines, rustic breads and pastry. Dinner includes five courses, welcome beverage and gratuity. A cash bar with curated cocktails, wine and beer will be available for purchase.

Friday, March 27, 2026
Chef George's Cask & Crust / "Dear Dumpling"

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Welcome: Crying Tiger / jalapeño-infused gin, lemongrass, lime, orange, ginger beer, fresh mint, Thai bitters

Starter: Duck Pierogi with chili crisp and sour cherries

Soup: German Pearl Barley Soup with smoked sausage

Salad: Little Gem Salad with warm bacon-mustard dressing

Entrée: Braised Short Rib Pot-au-Feu with suet dumplings

Dessert: Pistachio Old-fashioned Donut with blood orange curd and olive oil cream.

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Please note: seating will be assigned at communal tables of eight. Any parties wishing to be seated together who have not purchased tickets as a group should email aW5mbyB8IGRqYW5nb2Rlc21vaW5lcyAhIGNvbQ== at least three days before the event.

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