# Event Details - **Event Name**: Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 19 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Tue, 19 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: A curated Nikkei tasting experience + intimate innovation dinner.About this EventThe and invite you to the launch of a new Innovation Dinner Series. These intimate, conversation-driven gatherings are designed to bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and creatives from across Northwest Indiana.This first dinner features Marcos Hori, founder of MEGUMI, a new culinary concept introducing Nikkei cuisine, a vibrant fusion of Japanese precision and Peruvian flavor.This exclusive experience is limited to just 30 guests.Hosted at Lower Lincoln in downtown Valparaiso, the evening blends global food, local entrepreneurship, and meaningful conversation in a relaxed, creative setting.Guests will enjoy a curated Nikkei tasting experience featuring:Signature maki rolls including Acevichado and Spicy SalmonInka Roll with quinoa crunchFresh tiradito cups with ají amarillo citrusNikkei-style ceviche cupsVegetarian roll optionHouse-made sauces and premium presentationApproximately 8–9 bites per guestThe evening will also include a short, informal conversation with Marcos about his journey building MEGUMI and bringing a new global cuisine to Northwest Indiana.Throughout the night, guests will engage in guided discussions designed to spark new ideas and connections across industries.This is not a typical networking event — it is a curated supper club experience centered on food, ideas, and connection.Agenda🕑: 05:30 PMArrival + Welcome Reception🕑: 06:00 PMOpening Welcome + Fireside Chat with Marcos Hori🕑: 06:30 PMNikkei Tasting + Facilitated Conversations🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PMClosing Remarks + Open Networking - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/innovation-dinner-nikkei-night-at-lower-lincoln/100001986999332492 - **Event Categories**: Business, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 55.2, max: 55.2, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Valparaiso - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Lower Lincoln - **lat**: 41.4675365 - **long**: -87.05767929999999 - **full address**: Lower Lincoln, 212 East Lincolnway, Valparaiso, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4d4fedef60b30539e6eef39f6157d8c9da07549ad362b0d42e5ae0b95d87033e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcaf8109-gmir.jpg?v=1775693489 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln being held? - **A:** Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln takes place on Tue, 19 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 19 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Lower Lincoln, 212 East Lincolnway, Valparaiso, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln? - **A:** Tickets for Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln are priced at USD 55 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityInnovation Dinner TicketUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln? - **A:** Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln is organized by The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln 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 Valparaiso, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Innovation Dinner: Nikkei Night at Lower Lincoln", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4d4fedef60b30539e6eef39f6157d8c9da07549ad362b0d42e5ae0b95d87033e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcaf8109-gmir.jpg?v=1775693489", "startDate": "2026-05-19T17:30:00-05:00", "endDate": "2026-05-19T20:00:00-05:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/valparaiso/innovation-dinner-nikkei-night-at-lower-lincoln/100001986999332492", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Lower Lincoln", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "212 East Lincolnway", "postalCode": "46383", "addressLocality": "Valparaiso", "addressRegion": "IN", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "41.4675365", "longitude": "-87.05767929999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "A curated Nikkei tasting experience + intimate innovation dinner.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-09", "availabilityEnds": "2026-05-19T20:00:00-05:00", "validFrom": "2026-04-09", "lowPrice": "55.20", "highPrice": "55.20", "price": "55.20", "url": "https://allevents.in/valparaiso/innovation-dinner-nikkei-night-at-lower-lincoln/100001986999332492" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-09", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-09", "url": "https://allevents.in/valparaiso/innovation-dinner-nikkei-night-at-lower-lincoln/100001986999332492", "price": "55.20", "name": "Innovation Dinner Ticket" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/the-society-of-innovators-at-purdue-northwest/23855301", "description": "The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest aims to contribute to economic and community development throughout the region as the champion of innovation in Northwest Indiana." } ] } ] ```