We consider you family here at Francesca’s Cucina, and as family we like to fill you in on all the latest news! We are more than happy to announce that we were invited to cook at the James Beard House on St Joseph’s day.  We served a St Joseph’s Day themed feast.  This is a tremendous honor because only the elite chefs and restaurants are invited to host a meal at the James Beard House.  Proceeds from the sale of seats at the meal support the James Beard Foundation which fosters culinary education and excellence.

The process started with menu planning and acquiring the finest ingredients.  Wine parings were provided by many fine Finger Lakes region wineries.  A hand crafted beer pairing was provided by a local craft brewery.  The chefs had one day to cook in the James Beard House kitchen.  They prepared everything from scratch. The meal began with an outdoor cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception in the beautiful outdoor patio of the James beard House.   The diners then went upstairs to the private dining room of the house for the dinner.  Many courses were served.  Each course was served with a pairing of wine or craft beer.  After the meal Francesca’s Cucina Executive Chef Chance Bear came out to speak with the diners and engage in a question and answer session.   The diners applauded the amazing meal and talented culinary staff.  It was an amazing experience for both the diners and our talented chefs who created the meal.

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