A Night at the Theater

Presenting the ultimate Grand Finale Dinner, bringing the Annual Houston Chef Series to a close with its 2026 theme, “A Night at the Theater.” Hosted at Vic & Anthony’s, this exclusive evening begins with a glamorous reception where guests will enjoy hand-crafted cocktails and seven passed appetizers inspired by iconic films and cinematic storytelling. 

The experience continues in the Ballroom, where an extraordinary five-course menu takes center stage.    

$199 per person
* Plus Tax. Price include gratuity & fees.

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Saturday, August 15 
6 PM

Reception 6:00 pm
Dinner 7:00 pm

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Curated by the Executive Chefs from Brenner’s Steakhouse, La Griglia, Grotto, Vic & Anthony’s, Brenner’s on the Bayou, The Palm, Del Frisco’s, Grotto Downtown, Willie G’s Seafood, Morton’s, and King Ranch, the dinner will bring award-winning cinema to life through elevated cuisine, refined technique, and theatrical presentation.

Passed Appetizers 

Petits Rouleaux de Saumon Fumé by Chef Jair Benitez

Bourbon Short Rib by Chef Jayme Ramirez

Tea with Jam and bread by Chef Brian Saldivar

Beef Wellington by Chef Ricky Cruz

Braised Lotus Root by Chef Erick Bocanegra

Focaccia Cracker, Beef Tartar, Caviar, Cured Egg Yolk by Chef Kris Perez

Boquerones on grilled sourdough by Chef Frank Lewis

Menu 

COURSE I

Cabernet poached pear, candied walnuts, roquefort cheese with baby kale and arugula dressed in a warm lardon and maple balsamic vinaigrette
by Chef Glenn Espinoza

COURSE II

Harissa butter shrimp with garlic toast
by Chef Misael Saucedo

COURSE III

The Spaniard
Poached Cod, Ajo Blanco, Grapes, Basil Oil
by Chef Josh Oakes

COURSE IV

Dry Aged Australian Wagyu
Picanha Black Garlic Jus, Duck Fat Potatoes
by Chef Manny Menchaca

COURSE V

Dark Side of the Force
Chocolate Black out Sponge, Sesame & Cocoa Nib Praline Crunch, Yuzu Caramel, 70% Dark Chocolate Sphere
by Eunice Grassa

Each course will be expertly paired with cocktail or wine.

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*All sales final.  No refunds.  Menu subject to change.

1510 Texas Ave, Houston, TX, 77002 

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