# Event Details - **Event Name**: After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: How restaurants price your meal, where your money really goes, and the hidden economics behind eating out.About this EventA Conversation on Food, Business, and What We Really Pay ForJoin a chef and culinary entrepreneur forThe Economics of Eating Out: Where Your Money Really Goes, an engaging exploration of what goes into the cost of a meal and the many factors that shape the price of eating at a restaurant. Together, we'll look beyond the menu and explore how ingredients, labor, technique, creativity, and the restaurant experience come together to determine what we pay for a plate of food.What We'll Cover:• What goes into the price of a meal - Explore the many factors behind restaurant pricing and why the cost of a dish extends far beyond its ingredients.• The business behind the kitchen - Discover how chefs balance creativity, quality, labor, and the realities of running a restaurant.• From fine dining to comfort food - Examine how different culinary approaches, techniques, and concepts shape the food we eat and the experiences we value.Whether you're a food lover, aspiring chef, curious diner, or simply someone who has wondered why your favorite meal costs what it does, you'll leave with a new appreciation for the people, decisions, and craft behind every plate.Don't miss this chance to connect with your After5Society.About The Speaker:Eric P. Huang is a chef and culinary entrepreneur whose career spans some of New York City's most acclaimed kitchens, including Eleven Madison Park, Gramercy Tavern, and Café Boulud. He is the founder of Pecking House, a Brooklyn based concept celebrating bold, approachable flavors. Eric trained at The Culinary Institute of America, earning an A.O.S. in Culinary Arts, and brings a perspective shaped by both fine dining and comfort food. Through his work, he explores how culture, technique, creativity, and flavor shape the way we eat.Good to know before you come:• Exact bar location will be disclosed in your confirmation email• Arrive early to grab a drink and get settled• The speaker portion lasts 1 hour, with optional time to stay and socialize afterward• This is a participatory event• Seating is limited to keep the experience intimateAgenda🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PMDoors Open & Drinks FlowInfo: Arrive early to grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the atmosphere. Early birds get the best seats and a head start on mingling!🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:45 PMGuided Experience / TalkInfo: Dive into an engaging, interactive session with our speaker. Participate, observe, or simply soak it all in — it’s your experience to enjoy.🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:00 PMQ&A / ReflectionInfo: Ask questions, share insights, or hear behind-the-scenes stories from the host in a casual discussion.🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PMSocial Time & ConnectionInfo: Stick around to chat with fellow attendees, swap ideas, or just relax with a drink. Great conversations often happen after the main event! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/after5newyork-the-economics-of-eating-out-where-your-money-really-goes/100001997717083574 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, business, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - door_time: 2026-09-30T22:30:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Midtown (address to be found in email confirmation) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 29.99, max: 29.99, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Midtown (address to be found in email confirmation) - **lat**: 40.74727 - **long**: -73.9800645 - **full address**: Midtown (address to be found in email confirmation), Address found in email confirmation, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/89ac1f26dee4a935c92b99b64effe097d9d9be9bf3f9420fda5df98e03dac9c2-rimg-w1200-h600-dc181818-gmir.jpg?v=1787152312 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes being held? - **A:** After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes takes place on Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Midtown (address to be found in email confirmation), Address found in email confirmation, New York, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes? - **A:** After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes? - **A:** After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes is organized by After 5 Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** After5NewYork - The Economics of Eating Out : Where Your Money Really Goes is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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