An Evening with Grande Dame Lidia Bastianich celebrating The Art of Pasta

• Becco, 355 W 46th St, New York City
• May 7, 2026
• 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM / VIP Meet & Greet: 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM

• LDNY Members – $165
• Dames from Other Chapters – $185
• General Public – $205

• VIP Upgrade – Additional $45*
• Cookbook – $35

All tickets include dinner, wine and beverages, taxes, and gratuities. The book is not included unless noted.

*Includes VIP Reception access and a copy of Lidia's The Art of Pasta: An Italian Cookbook.

Ticket prices do not include processing fees. Ticket sales are final (no refunds).

Les Dames d’Escoffier NY proudly presents an exclusive evening at Becco NYC, honoring the rich heritage of Italian cuisine, championing women in the culinary and hospitality fields, and supporting the LDNY Scholarship Fund. Our scholarship and mentorship program supports students pursuing careers in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries.

The evening will feature renowned chef and author Lidia Bastianich for a beautifully curated four-course dinner inspired by recipes from Lidia's The Art of Pasta: An Italian Cookbook. Guests will enjoy an unforgettable dining experience that brings the flavors and traditions of Italy to life.

Exclusive access (limited to 20 guests)

• Meet and greet with Lidia Bastianich
• Book signing opportunity
• Prosecco and hors d’oeuvres generously provided by Becco

Four-course seated dinner with wine and beverages

Remarks and talk by Lidia Bastianich

We look forward to welcoming you to Becco on May 7th for this memorable celebration of pasta, Italy, and Les Dames d’Escoffier NY. Reserve your seat soon — this special event is expected to sell out quickly.

The ultimate pasta cookbook; 100+ authentic Italian recipes, from the bestselling author, television icon, and "doyenne of Italian cooking” (The New York Times).
No one knows pasta like Lidia Bastianich. Through her bestselling cookbooks and award-winning television programs, she has introduced generations of home cooks to the wonders of Italy’s greatest export. Now, for the first time, she has compiled her decades of expertise into one authoritative volume: the definitive book on pasta.
An utterly indispensable resource for every kitchen, Lidia’s The Art of Pasta is a one-stop guide to pasta in every form: from fresh to dried, from Old World classics like gnocchi and cacio e pepe to Italian American favorites like manicotti and lasagna Napoletana.
Through more than a hundred simple, perfect recipes, Lidia showcases pastas of all kinds—stuffed, baked, and sauced; in soups and pasta salads; plus, of course, directions for making fresh pasta doughs and sauces at home. The one-stop guide to all things pasta, the book is filled with simple, authentic, flavor-forward Italian dishes that the whole family will love. Tutti a tavola a mangiare!

LIDIA MATTICCHIO BASTIANICH is the author of seventeen previous books and is the Emmy Award–winning host of PBS's Lidia’s Kitchen and Lidia Celebrates America. Lidia owns Becco and several other acclaimed restaurants.
TANYA BASTIANICH MANUALI is integrally involved in the production of Lidia's Public Television series as an owner and executive producer of Tavola Productions, and she is active in the daily business of the family restaurants.

Les Dames d’Escoffier New York (LDNY) is the founding and largest chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International, bringing together visionary women leaders in food, beverage, and hospitality. Through education, advocacy, and philanthropy, LDNY champions aspiring professionals and critical industry issues, while our signature events fund the celebrated Scholarship Program, providing students with financial support and invaluable opportunities since 1977.

www.ldny.org / @lesdamesny / Donate to LDNY Scholarship Fund

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