The Art of the Avant Garde Taco: An Evening with Chef Jesse Perez

For ages 21 & up

Treat yourself to an unforgettable evening celebrating the art of the taco with an elevated three-course dinner created by Central Market Executive Chef Jesse Perez. Relax and enjoy a chef-led dining experience as Chef Jesse guides you through each course, sharing the inspiration, ingredients, and culinary techniques behind his creative menu.

Your culinary journey begins with a sophisticated lobster taco, highlighting the freshness of the sea in a beautifully balanced first course. Next, indulge in a pair of gourmet tacos featuring succulent duck and richly marbled Wagyu beef, each prepared with precision and creativity. The evening concludes with a whimsical dessert taco, where banana and peanut butter come together in an indulgent finale that is both comforting and unexpected.

To further enhance the experience, each course will be paired with a carefully selected wine chosen to complement the flavors of the dish. Whether you're a devoted taco enthusiast, a wine lover, or simply looking for a unique night out, this special dinner offers a delicious journey through inventive cuisine, expertly paired wines, and the culinary creativity of one of our favorite chefs. Cheers to tacos, wine, and an evening of memorable flavors!

ABOUT CHEF JESSE PEREZ:

Chef Jesse T. Perez, named Top Latino Chef in the U.S. by the 2009 Flavors of Passion Awards, is the Executive Chef at Central Market Broadway where he has been a Parter since 2015. A University of Michigan graduate, Perez discovered his passion for food while working in local restaurants and went on tobuild a distinguished culinary career leading restaurants in San Antonio, Atlanta, and Long Beach, California.

A certified sommelier through the Guild of Master Sommeliers, Chef Jesse returned to San Antonio in 2010 to open Arcade Midtown Kitchen at Pearl, wherehis innovative blend of Latin-inspired and Americana flavors earned national acclaim and led to an invitation to cook at the prestigious James Beard House in2012.

In addition to his role at Central Market, Chef Jesse is co-founder and partner of New York City restaurants Oxido and Crisol, where he continues to celebrateMexican and Cuban cuisine through a contemporary lens.

• Butter Lobster Soft Taco with Sweet Potato, Mozzarella and Poblano Cream Sauce
• Pairing: Riesling
• Duck Barbacoa Taco with Pineapple Mole Amarillo, Pickled Onions and Queso Cotija
• TX Wagyu Beef Taco Durados, Zesty Cabbage Slaw, Avocado Crema and Quest Fresco
• Pairing: Malbec
• Banana Crepas, Peanut Butter Mousse and Salted Caramel Sauce
• Pairing: Moscato

Safety & Precautions

• At check-in, you will be asked to sign a waiver before entering the Cooking School.

• For that reason, we ask that all attendees arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the confirmed start time of the class.

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