Hestia
Day 1: 5-Course Inventive Omakase Tasting Series
Launched onto the scene in 2023, this modern Asian Ballantyne eatery has appeared on Southern Living’s 2025 List of “27 Best Charlotte Restaurants” and Charlotte Magazine’s 2025 List of “50 Best Restaurants”, so you know they've made their mark on Queen City. Inspired by bold Asian flavors and innovative techniques, Executive Chef Dustin Hildebrandt brings his experience alongside culinary legends like James Beard winner Chef Michael Mina and Michelin-Starred Chef Shin as he crafts one of a kind menus with all manner of creative twists. See dishes like the Tokyo Tower (crispy sushi rice, avocado, spicy tuna), Madai Spoon (snapper, watermelon ponzu, lotus crisp), or Duck Bao Buns with raspberry hoisin. Enjoy it all served up in a stunning rooftop location on the 16th floor of the Panorama Tower, with amazing 180-degree views of the city. “You’d be hard-pressed to find a fine dining experience in Charlotte that matches up,” raves Charlotte Observer. “Put it on your Charlotte bucket list.” Bucket or no bucket, we’re primed to visit here and to chat with Chef Hildebrandt as he discusses his food ideas!
About the Host:
Dustin Hildebrandt
Executive Chef
Chef Dustin Hildebrandt honed his craft under culinary icons like James Beard Award-Winning Chef Michael Mina and Michelin-Starred Chef Shin Thompson before moving to the Charlotte area. He now serves as Exec Chef at Hestia.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. This menu will be Nut and Shellfish Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.
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Wagyu Tartare
potato pavé, truffle crème fraîche, black caviar
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Tuna Nigiri Trio
bluefin | toro belly | otoro
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Honey Gochujang Pork Belly
mango mousse, cucumber jalapeño relish, tart shell
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Miso Seared Sea Bass
kimchi black rice, braised greens, yuzu beurre blanc
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Ube Milk Pudding
cherry blossom fluid gel, candied ginger, white chocolate flair
Hestia
14819 Ballantyne Village Way 16th Floor
Charlotte, NC 28277
Event FAQs
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
- 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?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). This restaurant will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Allium, Gluten, Fish, Mushroom. They are NOT accommodating restrictions related to the following ingredients: Dairy. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) either before or right after purchasing your tickets so Chef can prepare accordingly.
