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New York Chefs Celebrate Japan: A Benefit for The Gohan Society

The Gohan Society is proud to announce our benefit, New York Chefs Celebrate Japan, at the Exclusive Meredith 4th Floor Lounge, located at 225 Liberty Street in downtown Manhattan, on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for VIP ticket holders and 7:15 p.m. for General Admission ticket holders.

The benefit will be a spectacular event featuring the finest chefs in New York City and premium Wagyu beef, tuna, yellowtail, and other delicacies from Japan. More than 25 once-in-a-lifetime auction packages will be featured. We are proud to honor Michelin Star Chefs Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern in New York City and Shin Takagi of the renowned Zeniya in Kanazawa, Japan, which will be shown on and upcoming episode of Andrew Zimmern's "Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations" on the Travel Channel on Saturday, October 6. The Japanese Ambassador to the United Nations will present the chefs with the prestigious Gohan Society Washoku Ambassador Award.

There will be more than 28 fantastic participating restaurants and chefs, including David Bouley of Bouley at Home, Daniel Boulud of Daniel, Marc Forgione,Gabriel Kreuther,Bill Telepan of Oceana, Toshio Suzuki and Takashi Yamamoto of Satsuki and Suzuki, Atsuhi Kono of Torishin, and Samuel Clonts and Eiji Ichimura of Uchu. For a complete list of restaurants and chefs, please visit our website

We will also have premium beverages by Brooklyn Kura, Fukumitsuya Sake Brewery, Hakkaisan, Sake Suki, Sapporo USA, Skurnik Wines, Suntory, Wine of Japan, and Ito En.

*as of October 1, 2018

Proceeds will benefit The Gohan Society's programs, including the scholarship program, which allows us to send U.S.-based chefs to Japan, where they will experience a truly genuine and unforgettable culinary adventure.

The mission of The Gohan Society is to foster an understanding and appreciation of Japans culinary heritage in the United States through outreach to chefs, culinary arts professionals, and all who admire and enjoy Japanese culture. The Gohan Society is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Become a member today! Please click here to join.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please email Susan Hamaker at susan@gohansociety.org for sponsorship levels and information.