From Sicily to Japan — A Tale of Two Islands

What happens when Sicilian tradition meets Japanese artistry?

Join us on September 22nd as we welcome Chef Erwin Angeles, owner of Kihon, for a collaboration unlike anything we’ve done before.

Sicily meets Japan, crudo meets sashimi, and two island cultures come together around a shared love of fresh seafood, exceptional ingredients, and the joy of gathering around the table during this one-of-a-kind experience.

Hosted by 83-year-old Nonna Mary, her daughter Debra, and Chef Erwin, this intimate, hands-on experience brings together the warmth and traditions of old-world Sicily with the precision and artistry of Japanese cuisine.

Together, you’ll prepare a unique menu from scratch—including salmon crudo & sashimi, an Italian-inspired salmon tataki, traditional Japanese onigiri, and Sicilian salmoriglio—while discovering the stories, traditions, and culinary influences behind each dish.

Along the way, guests are invited to slow down, connect, laugh, and enjoy an evening that feels less like a cooking class and…