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Miss River

New Orleans, LA

Alon Shaya's “love letter to Louisiana,” Miss River is based on his vast experience of the local culture and cuisine in his nearly 20 years as a resident. For this special 90/90 event, Chef Shaya celebrates Jacques Pépin's 90th birthday with an exquisite five-course dinner featuring specialty dishes like Fromage Forte on Melba Toast, Crab Gratin, Filet and Short Rib en Crépinette, Parisian Gnocchi, Crêpe Suzette with Creole cream cheese ice cream and more.

Interior, Miss River restaurant

Sunday Soirée at DANIEL

New York, NY

Since opening in 1993, DANIEL has earned its place among the pillars of New York City’s bustling dining scene, receiving numerous accolades for its refined European cuisine, world-class cellar and gracious hospitality. Located in the former Mayfair Hotel on Park Avenue – the original site of Le Cirque – DANIEL is steeped in French culinary history. Join us here on April 6 for a special 90/90 dinner series event. JPF Members will receive early access to tickets on January 15.

Interior, DANIEL restaurant

Oberlin

Providence, RI

Join us for an unforgettable Jacques Pépin Foundation benefit dinner at Oberlin, where we invite chefs of Rhode Island to come together for an evening of culinary brilliance. Each course will be crafted by a different local chef, each with their own unique take on what it means to cook in Rhode Island. It’s not just a meal—it’s a celebration of creativity, community, and the power of food to change lives.

Exterior, Oberlin restaurant

l’escale

Greenwich, CT

Founded in 2003, l’escale has since reached institution status. Located at Delamar Greenwich Harbor Hotel, the restaurant's intimate decor, along with its wrought iron tonelle covered waterfront terrace and exquisitely designed menu by award winning Executive Chef Frederic Kieffer will deliver the Côte d’Azur right to your table.

Interior of l'escale restaurant

Yono’s

Albany, NY

Join us on April 27, 2025 for an extraordinary evening as we celebrate one of the culinary world's most iconic figures, Jacques Pépin, at the esteemed Yono's, the region's premier fine dining restaurant. Renowned restaurateur Dominick Purnomo and Culinary Director Ian O'Leary have crafted a remarkable menu inspired by Jacques' impressive collection of 30 cookbooks. Each dish will be thoughtfully paired with exquisite selections from Yono's award-winning wine cellar, ensuring a feast that delights the senses.

Overhead view of a dining room table with several plates of food at Yono's

Centrolina

Washington, DC

Authentic, regional Italian cooking and seasonal availability is the inspiration for Chef Amy Brandwein’s menu at Centrolina. The Osteria features a frequently-rotating menu, comprised of traditional Italian categories such as antipasti, pasta, a lenga (from the terracotta-clad wood oven), contorni and dolce. For this 90/90 dinner, Centrolina will offer special sit down dinner.

Interior, Centrolina

Donahue’s Madison Breach Grille

Madison, CT

Owned by Chris and Patrick Donahue, Donahue’s offers a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with inviting traditional decor and a cozy fireplace, making it the perfect place to enjoy exceptional food and memorable moments with family. Indulge in our fresh seafood, homemade New England clam chowder, and delectable lobster bisque soups, along with premium salads, succulent steaks, juicy burgers, and an ever-changing array of daily specials.

Interior, Donahue's

Cafe D’Alsace

New York, NY

Café D'Alsace features a curved zinc bar and vibrant terrazzo floors, creating a charming ambiance. Originally located on 88th and 2nd, it now operates in the historic former site of Elaine’s. Proudly New York-owned, the restaurant emphasizes local sourcing and serves as a welcoming hub for its community. For this special 90/90 dinner, Café D'Alsace will offer an intimate ticketed dinner in their private dining room, hosted by Executive Chef Philippe Roussel.

Cafe D’Alsace

Bad Idea

Nashville, TN

Recently recognized by the New York Times as one of the 50 best restaurants in America, East Nashville's Bad Idea features an ever-evolving menu of exciting, yet approachable, food inspired by Chef Colby Rasavong's Lao heritage. For this special 90/90 dinner event, Bad Idea will feature a four-course dinner for 40-60 people on their picturesque mezzanine.

Overhead shot of food from Bad Idea restaurant

Fiola

Washington, DC

Fiola is honored to host a 90/90 dinner for the Jacques Pepin Foundation. Fiola's dinner will be a collaboration between Chef/Owner Fabio Trabocchi and Fiola Executive Chef Antonio Mermolia. Chefs Trabocchi and Mermolia will prepare an exquisite tasting menu for the evening featuring fine ingredients. The menu will be paired with wines from Fiola's Wine Spectator Grand Award winning list.

Interior, Fiola

Giusto

Newport, RI

Join Chef Kevin O’Donnell at Giusto for a 5-course tasting menu with beverage pairings. Executive Chef William Rietzel, Pastry Chef Sarah Larose, and guest chefs Robert Andreozzi of Pizza Marvin, Basil Yu of Yagi Noodles, and Eric Brown of Frank and Laurie's will each showcase their individual style with a heavy influence of classic French cuisine.

Giusto restaurant exterior

Asador Bastian

Chicago, IL

Asador Bastian is a Chicago chophouse with Basque influences from acclaimed Chef Doug Psaltis. Located in the iconic "Flair House" originally built in 1883, this historic townhouse has been revived and brought back to life with culinary inspiration from the great asadors of San Sebastián, Spain. For this special event, acclaimed chefs Doug Psaltis, Christian Eckmann and Hsing Chen will create special Jacques-inspired dishes in addition to their incredible à la carte menu.

Chef Doug Tsaltis standing in front of large oven