# Event Details - **Event Name**: An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for an intimate evening with Lidia Bastianich at Lidia's restaurant, sharing stories and dishes to support Les Dames d'Escoffier KC!About this EventStep into an intimate evening with Grande Dame Lidia Bastianich—chef, author, and television host—where the table is set for something memorable.The night unfolds over a multi-course dinner inspired by her signature Italian cuisine—dishes rooted in tradition, shaped by a lifetime in the kitchen, and meant to be shared.Between courses, Lidia will share stories from her journey—moments of risk, resilience, and the deep belief that food is one of the most powerful ways we connect with one another. It’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from someone who has spent decades bringing people together, one meal at a time. This is the kind of evening that lingers a little longer—where conversation stretches, glasses are refilled, and the table feels like the center of everything.Wine and cocktails will be available throughout the evening.Signed cookbooks and a curated selection of Italian-inspired raffle offerings will also be part of the experience.NEW this Year....Premier Drawing Entry – $100A limited-entry drawing for two high-value prizes, available exclusively to guests of the evening. Prizes include a dinner for 12 at Pierpont's with Master of Wine Doug Frost and a week stay in Breckenridge, Colorado. Fewer entries. Bigger stakes.Also New...VIP ExperienceAn early arrival that sets the tone for the evening.VIP access begins at 5:00 PM, offering a quieter moment to step into the space before it fills. A glass of prosecco in hand, passed hors d’oeuvres from Lidia’s kitchen make their way through the room—an opening note that eases into what’s ahead.Your place at the table will be reserved with a personalized place card, so when dinner begins, everything is already set.Proceeds from the evening benefit Les Dames d’Escoffier Kansas City, supporting women in food, beverage, and hospitality. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9b462730-2ad6-11f1-b831-cf5296cc2507-rimg-w942-h740-dc191815-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kansas-city/an-intimate-evening-with-lidia-bastianich-to-support-ldei-kc/100001985337167913 - **Event Categories**: art, food-drinks, workshops, fine-arts, literary-art, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 23.18, max: 1389.04, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Kansas City - **state**: MO - **country**: United States - **location**: Lidia’s - **lat**: 39.0877163 - **long**: -94.5847287 - **full address**: Lidia’s, 101 West 22nd Street, Kansas City, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0905a2b59eabaa7dedab891fed51c2e9faab915c3aab1576abbcc4adaec5d1d3-rimg-w1200-h645-dc1a1615-gmir.jpg?v=1774723688 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC being held? - **A:** An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Lidia’s, 101 West 22nd Street, Kansas City, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC? - **A:** Ticket prices for An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC range from USD 23 to USD 1,389 depending on the ticket type. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 146 + USD 11 feeAvailableReserved Table of EightUSD 1,122 + USD 72 feeAvailableVIP ExperienceUSD 189 + USD 14 feeAvailableReserved VIP Table of EightUSD 1,389 + USD 89 feeAvailableAutographed CookbookUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailableLucky Raffle TicketsUSD 23 + USD 3 feeAvailableLucky Raffle Ticket Bundle of 3USD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailableLucky Raffle Ticket Bundle of 7USD 109 + USD 9 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC? - **A:** An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC is organized by Les Dames d'Escoffier Kansas City Chapter. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** An Intimate Evening with Lidia Bastianich to Support LDEI KC is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kansas City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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