Last night I attended a friends and family event at SD26, Tony and Marisa May's new restaurant located off the northern edge of Madison Square Park. Aside from the blaring sound of an ever present fire alarm, the evening was extremely enjoyable. The design of SD26's sizable space evokes minimalism, yet its atmosphere is inviting and remarkably comfortable. A sleek crowd, including Mauro Maccioni, Donatella Arpaia, Gael Greene, and Leah Cohen feasted on small bites prepared by Executive Chef Odette Fada and a team of Michelin starred Italian chefs. The flavors served out of the restaurant's open kitchen were delectable. Last night's preview left me eager to taste Odette's full menu when SD26 opens to the public (currently on track for September 15).
SD26's Executive Chef, Odette Fada
The open kitchen allows patrons to watch as their food is prepared
A zesty tomato soup with pasta, mussels and beans
A salty chutney with tomato, zucchini and olives topped mini burgers
The food was served buffet style from the restaurant's open kitchen
Chefs plated pasta dishes as guests moved through the food line
Spinosini 2000 with prosciutto, lemon, olive oil, garlic and parsley
My friend Lauren adored the artichokes and described them as "buttery"
Thinly sliced prosciutto was served throughout the night
Fresh meats
Crunchy lobster tempura with micro greens
Chefs enjoying a drink at the end of the night
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