Insatiable
Day 1: 5-Course Creative Coastal Tasting Series
Opened just this past September, this stylish Point Breeze eatery vaulted right onto Eater’s “Hottest in Philly” List and Infatuation’s List of “Openings to Know About.” Chef/Owner Denise Gesek first learned kitchen art from her nonna in South Philadelphia. After graduating from Johnson & Wales, she launched her career in Boston working under renowned chefs Jasper White and Lydia Shire and was further inspired by West Coast culinary influences during her time living in California. Now, at a restaurant of her own, Chef Gesek is turning out inventive dishes like pastrami egg rolls, French onion soup dumplings with gruyère, grilled chicken with toasted farro, mango, and chili crunch, fish en papillote with tomatoes and miso butter, and much more. Visit Philadelphia named Insatiable to its list of “Best New Restaurants for Winter 2024,” and, given that it is still Winter 2024, we’ll see you there!
About the Host:
Denise Gesek
Chef/Owner
A South Philly Native, Chef Denise Gesek is a classically trained graduate from Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island. She began her career in Boston working under renowned Chefs Jasper White and Lydia Shire and restaurateur Frank DePasquale. She was further inspired by West Coast culinary influences during her time living in CA, leading to training that has served well on her return to Philly. Insatiable is her first restaurant.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. For this event’s dietary restriction accommodation policy, see the Event FAQs below.
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Tuna Crudo
yellowfin, radish, wasabi sake oil
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Asiago Ravioli
minestone brodo
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Flat Iron Steak
herb butter, mushroom polenta
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Pan-Seared Halibut
forbidden rice, saffron sauce
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Waffles & Ice Cream
belgian waffle, butter brickle ice cream, amarena cherry sauce
Insatiable
1200 S 21st St
Philadelphia, PA 19146
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.
- 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 [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
- 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.
- 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 [email protected].
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $90 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email [email protected] with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
- What parking information has the restaurant provided for this event?
- According to the restaurant, there is nearby street parking available. Availability may be low however, so please plan accordingly.
