A Certain Refinement: Dinner Experience Inspired by Dr. Hannibal Lecter

This Halloween, join us for A Certain Refinement, a Hannibal Lecter–inspired dinner that blurs the line between elegance and the macabre.
Hosted inside L'OCA Labs, this immersive dining experience draws from the refined tastes of Dr. Lecter himself: classical music, fine wine, and dishes that are as decadent as they are daring.

The line between elegance and horror is best savoured slowly — and on this night, every detail has been crafted to unsettle as much as it delights.
After all, decency is never as delicious as refinement.

Feel free to dress however you wish — whether in elegant evening wear, a subtle nod to the season, or your own unique interpretation of the macabre.

First Indulgences

• Duck Liver Mousse on Brioche – rich and silky, topped with cherry compote and fava beans
• Heart & Tuna Tartare – beef heart and bluefin tuna, quail egg yolk, microgreens, edible flowers
• Lamb Tongue Carpaccio – thinly sliced, slow-cooked lamb tongue, balsamic & black garlic vinaigrette

An Offering of the Sea

• Clay-Baked Salmon Loin – red wine butter sauce, melted leek, confit fennel, crispy shoestring potatoes

The Main Obsession

• Roasted Bone-In Elk Loin – blood orange & juniper sauce, sautéed mushrooms, smoked celeriac purée

A Dark Conclusion

• Flat to Black… – chocolate blood crémeux, black cocoa crumb, raspberry coulis

No substitutions; this menu is served as designed and cannot be adjusted for allergies.

THINGS TO KNOW

For 18+ only.

Complementary wine pairing for the dining experience with expertly chosen winecan be purchase here as an add on for an additional $60.

Beverages, including wine, cocktails, and soft drinks, will be available for purchase a la carte throughout the evening. 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.

CHEFS OF THE NIGHT

Max Straczek
Fabricio Daros

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