Melissa King's Cook Like a King Cookbook Brunch
Schedule
Sun Apr 19 2026 at 11:30 am to 02:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
10551 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS, United States, Kansas 66206 | Prairie Village, KS
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An Experience Not to Miss! Rye welcomes Chef Melissa King award-winning chef, author, and Top Chef: All-Stars Los Angeles Winner for a one-of-a-kind culinary celebration. Join us for a family-style brunch honoring Melissa’s debut cookbook, Cook Like a King: Recipes from My California Chinese Kitchen. Expect bold flavors, soulful cooking, and a menu inspired by Melissa’s Chinese-American roots and California sensibility. Chef Megan Garrelts first met Melissa early in her career when they worked together at the Getty Center Restaurant in Los Angeles. Today, Melissa is a nationally celebrated chef with an impressive résumé of television accolades, guest-chef appearances, and a cooking style that radiates joy, intention, and creativity. This is more than a brunch it’s a rare chance to experience the food & stories behind her cookbook.Family-Style Brunch
Sunday, April 19
11:30 AM Reception / 12:00 PM Brunch Service Begins
12:45 PM Q&A with Melissa King
Family-Style Starters for the Table
• Miso Baba Ghanoush (pg. 24)
• King’s Guacamole (pg. 28)
• Lemongrass Shrimp Cocktail with Michelada Mayo (pg. 52)
• Chicory Salad with Anchovy, Kumquats & Smoked Cheese (pg. 72)
• Crispy Lace Dumplings (pg. 110)
Family-Style Sides & Entrées for the Table
• Scallion Hashbrowns with Crème Fraîche & Asian Pear (pg. 137)
• Charred Cabbage with Burnt Lemon–Anchovy Vinaigrette (pg. 147)
• Ribeye & Eggs with Black Garlic–Anchovy Butter (pg. 196)
• Pork Katsu with Snow Peas, Herbs & Yuzu Vinaigrette (pg. 205)
• Hong Kong Stuffed French Toast (pg. 236)
Dessert for the Table
• Almond Madeleines with Citrus Marmalade (pg. 228)
• Yuzu–Coconut Olive Oil Cake with Berries (pg. 240)
Brunch Beverage Offerings Includes a Choice of Two Cocktails per Guest:
• Mandarin Mimosa
• Asian Pear Spritz
• Tsingtao Michelada
• Scarpetta Pinot Grigio
• Coffee or tea - included
Full bar menu & additional beverages available for purchase.
Sales tax and gratuity are not included in the $85 ticket price.
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