Napa Meets NOLA: A Reunion Dinner with Chefs Dickie Brennan & Susan Spicer

An Evening of Culinary Legacy at The Josephine Benefiting the Jacques Pépin Foundation

Be among the first to experience The Josephine—a stunning, newly-renovated landmark on oak-lined Napoleon Avenue. Set in the former Our Lady of Lourdes church, shuttered since Hurricane Katrina, this 90-year-old treasure now dazzles with its soaring domed ceiling, elegant dining room, and beautiful courtyard.

On this special night, Chefs Dickie Brennan & Susan Spicer with Michel Nischan reunite to recreate and reimagine a legendary 1993 Napa dinner they co-hosted with fellow New Orleans Chef Frank Brigsten—this time in honor of the Jacques Pépin Foundation.

The Evening

• 6–7 PM | Cocktail Hour – Co-hosted by our award-winning neighbors at CURE, recipient of the James Beard Award for “Outstanding Bar Program” and named among America’s Best Bars by Esquire and Food & Wine. Guests will enjoy a Gulf Oyster & Louisiana Caviar Bar, along with passed delights such as Crab Chops in White Ravigote and Beef Tartare.
• 7–10 PM | Four-Course Seated Dinner – A tribute to Louisiana’s finest flavors, prepared with world-class technique.

Menu

1. Louisiana Popcorn Rice Risotto with Jumbo Lump Blue Crab & Italian White Truffles
2. Sweetbreads & Louisiana Crawfish Tails
3. Pekin Duck & Foie Gras with Sweet Potatoes, Braised Greens & Cornbread
4. Bleu Cheese & Creole Cream Cheesecake

Details📍 The Josephine | Napoleon Avenue, New Orleans

👗 Cocktail Attire | $250 per guest

Celebrate culinary history. Support culinary futures.

Dickie Brennan & Company is proud to support the Jacques Pépin Foundation, by donating a portion of the proceeds from tonight's dinner to help empower individuals through culinary education. Enjoy a meal that makes a difference! Proceeds from the event help transform lives through culinary education, and we deeply appreciate your generous support.

All tickets are final sale, non-refundabe & non-transferable. Final price is inclusive of food, beverage, tax, service & donation.

Please note we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions.

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