May the 4th Be With You: A 5-Course Star Wars Tasting Menu

WHAT WE’LL COVER

This May the 4th, PYRO’s Chef de Cuisine Max Straczek invites you to put your lightsabers down and pick up your forks for a 5-course chef’s menu inspired by the Star Wars universe.

Course I: “Twin Suns”
HEIRLOOM TOMATO & BURRATA
Charred cherry tomatoes, smoked sea salt, basil oil, pistachio pesto
Drink Pairing: Sparkling Rosé or a "Skywalker Sunrise" cocktail made with prosecco, blood orange & thyme
Inspiration: The twin suns of Tatooine

Course II: “Dagobah Garden”
FOREST MUSHROOM & TRUFFLE SOUP
Wild mushrooms, crispy enoki, truffle oil, roasted garlic toast
Pairing: Earthy Pinot Noir or a “Green Force” Matcha & Gin Cocktail
Inspiration: Yoda’s swampy home planet

Course III: “The Dark Side”
CHARCOAL-GRILLED SQUID INK GARGANELLI
Black garlic cream, crispy pancetta, pecorino dust
Pairing: Full-Bodied Syrah or “The Vader” Cocktail made with black vodka, espresso, and vanilla
Inspiration: Darth Vader– dark, bold, unforgettable

Course IV: “Lightsaber Duel”
SOUS VIDE DUCK BREAST & RED WINE DEMI
Beet purée, Roasted purple beets, braised cabbage, red wine demi, bitter greens. crispy corn polenta on the side
Pairing: Tempranillo or a “Jedi vs Sith” layered cocktail made with blue curaçao, pomegranate, and vodka
Inspiration: The clash of red and blue lightsabers

Course V: “The Sweet Rebellion”
BLUE MILK PANNA COTTA
Infused with vanilla bean, topped with poach dates, lemon tuile
Pairing: Moscato d’Asti or a “Blue Bantha” dessert martini made with RumChata, coconut milk, and blue curaçao
Inspiration: Luke’s iconic blue milk

The Force is strong with this one… and limited is space…

THINGS TO KNOW

For 18+ Only

A welcome glass of prosecco or non-alcoholic beverage will be served upon arrival, and additional beverages will be available for purchase a la carte throughout the class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow for seating.

Registration for in L’OCA Classes and Events are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and require full payment.
We reserve the right to cancel any class that fails to meet a minimum enrollment, scheduling conflicts, chef availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.

If for any of the above reasons a class or event is canceled, you will be notified via email and issued a full refund to the original method of payment.

Refunds are only available for cancellations received 48 hours or more prior to the class.

INSTRUCTOR

Chef Max Straczek

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