Helen Greek
5-Course Nouveau Taverna Tasting Event
Setting up shop in Rice Village in 2015, Helen Greek was established with the mission of moving beyond the ubiquitous moussaka, pastitsio, gyros, and souvlakis to lesser known dishes that Chef Dennis Stephenson wants you to discover. And you should pay attention, because Helen Greek was a James Beard Best New Restaurant semifinalist in 2016, one of the 100 Best Restaurants in the South according to Southern Living, and offers the “Best Greek Food,” according to the Houston Press’s “Best of Houston 2020.” Here, you’ll find dishes like Cypriot Meatballs with potatoes and mint, chickpea puree, and herb salad, feta-brined roast chicken with lemon potatoes and sautéed peppers and onions, and braised lamb shank with grits, cipollini onions, and baby carrots. Houston Eater named Helen Greek to its 2016 list of “The Best New Restaurants in America,” calling it “a boon to Space City, not to mention some of the finest Hellenic cooking in the country.” The Greeks have a word for it: delish?
About the Host:
Dennis Stephenson
Executive Chef
Chef Dennis Stephenson was born and raised in Trench Town, located in the heart of Kingston, Jamaica. He attended Culinary School at the Boys Town Art Institute. In 2010 he came to America on a Field & Track and Academic scholarship. He began working at Holley's Seafood under Mark Holley before leaving to help open Potente and Osso & Kristalla before joining the team at Helen Greek Food and Wine.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated.
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Duo of Dips
chickpea and tzatziki dips with grilled pita
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Greek Village Salad
with heirloom tomato, persian cucumber, kalamata olive, feta, red onion, red wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil
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Greens & Cheese Pie
with phyllo pastry and fried capers
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Feta-Brined Chicken
with roasted lemon potatoes, marinated feta and pepperoncini, sauteed peppers and onions
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Pecan Baklava
with toasted pecans, warm spices, and syrup-soaked phyllo layers
Helen Greek
2429 Rice Boulevard
Houston, TX 77005
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $75 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at support@tastingcollective.com after you purchase tickets to let us know.
- What COVID safety precautions will be taken at this event?
- At this event, we will be accommodating all requests for separate tables rather than communal seating. Additionally, all food will be served individually-plated rather than family-style. As per local guidelines, as well as the restaurant’s own policy, attendees will not be required to present proof of vaccination for entry.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
