Dinner: A Night with the Restaurateur behind Tribeca Grill, Nobu, and Montrachet
Fri, November 14, 2025
6:00 PM
Pier 57
25 11th Ave
New York, NY 10011
Dining Table
$300
Internal Chef's Counter
$350
External Chef's Counter
$250
Celebrating the Release of Drew Nieporent's Memoir I'm Not Trying to Be Difficult
Few figures have shaped New York dining—and the neighborhood of Tribeca—quite like legendary restaurateur Drew Nieporent, the force behind Nobu, Tribeca Grill, Montrachet, Corton, and more. To celebrate the publication of his memoir, I’m Not Trying to Be Difficult, guests will share the table with Nieporent and enjoy a multi-course menu of iconic dishes prepared by the talented chefs who cooked at his restaurants. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to toast the man who helped define an era in New York’s restaurant scene.
Copies of I’m Not Trying to Be Difficult are available with ticket purchase or at the event, courtesy of our friends at Kitchen Arts & Letters.
Note: Tonight’s reception will kick off at 6:00 P.M. with dinner commencing at 7:00 P.M.
Who's Cooking
Drew Nieporent
Menu
Stay tuned for updates!
Additional Information
Event Policy
Reservation Policy:
All reservations are non-refundable and must be made in advance. Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, JBF will offer a range of options, including ticket exchanges, the option to donate tickets, or a full refund. For more information, contact platformbyjbf@jamesbeard.org.
Alcohol Disclaimer:
James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served.
Dietary/Food Restrictions Policy:
Events at Platform by JBF are special one-night-only menus and we do not offer a la carte menus. If you have serious food allergies, we will work with the visiting chef team to do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee that alternate options will be available for every course.
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Terms
Tickets to events held at Platform at Pier 57 by the James Beard Foundation cover the cost of food, education and a unique dining experience. Meals are prepared by culinary masters from all regions of the United States and around the world. Unless otherwise stated, alcoholic beverages are provided on a complimentary basis and are not included in the ticket price.
James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served.