Upcoming Events
1-24-26:Slow Food Presents - Jasper and James
A 4-Course Storytelling Lunch Celebrating James Beard
Join Chef Jasper Mirabile for a rare and intimate Slow Food luncheon celebrating the life legacy and flavors of James Beard. This is more than a meal. It is a storytelling experience rooted in tradition history and the joy of the table.
This one of a kind four course lunch features original James Beard recipes paired with personal stories discussion and conversation throughout the meal. Guests will enjoy classic dishes exactly as Beard loved them prepared with care simplicity and respect for ingredients.
About James Beard
James Beard is widely regarded as the father of American cuisine. A chef teacher author and television pioneer he championed honest cooking seasonal ingredients and regional American food long before it was fashionable. His influence shaped generations of chefs and home cooks and his legacy continues through the James Beard Foundation which celebrates excellence in food and hospitality.
A Special Note
Chef Jasper Mirabile was the first Italian chef ever invited to teach a class at the James Beard House in New York City and the first chef from Kansas City to cook there in nineteen ninety five. This luncheon honors that connection and the enduring friendship between food storytelling and tradition.
Seating is limited to 50. This is truly a once in a lifetime Slow Food experience.
$75 per person members/$90 per person non-members.
Buy your tickets here
A 4-Course Storytelling Lunch Celebrating James Beard
Join Chef Jasper Mirabile for a rare and intimate Slow Food luncheon celebrating the life legacy and flavors of James Beard. This is more than a meal. It is a storytelling experience rooted in tradition history and the joy of the table.
This one of a kind four course lunch features original James Beard recipes paired with personal stories discussion and conversation throughout the meal. Guests will enjoy classic dishes exactly as Beard loved them prepared with care simplicity and respect for ingredients.
About James Beard
James Beard is widely regarded as the father of American cuisine. A chef teacher author and television pioneer he championed honest cooking seasonal ingredients and regional American food long before it was fashionable. His influence shaped generations of chefs and home cooks and his legacy continues through the James Beard Foundation which celebrates excellence in food and hospitality.
A Special Note
Chef Jasper Mirabile was the first Italian chef ever invited to teach a class at the James Beard House in New York City and the first chef from Kansas City to cook there in nineteen ninety five. This luncheon honors that connection and the enduring friendship between food storytelling and tradition.
Seating is limited to 50. This is truly a once in a lifetime Slow Food experience.
$75 per person members/$90 per person non-members.
Buy your tickets here
Previous Events
9/7/25: Dim Sum Sunday
Join Slow Food Kansas City for a flavor-packed Dim Sum Sunday event with Heritage by Bo Lings. Their legendary Dim Sum which means "touch of the heart" features a variety of small plates, perfect for sharing.
8/16/25: Tomatoes and More with Chef Jasper - SOLD OUT
Join Slow Food Kansas City and Chef Jasper Mirabile for an unforgettable summertime workshop celebrating the vibrant heirloom tomato season-and so much more!
Tickets Include: Full workshop, Chef-led demonstrations, and recipes to take home.
You can also enter our Tomatoes & More Raffle for $20 at check-in.
Saturday, August 16th from 12:00-2:00pm
Jasper's Ristorante
$65 - members | $ 75 - non-members
8/3/25: BLT Competition
Join Slow Food Kansas City for our BLT Challenge at Local Pig — a sizzling showdown of creativity, flavor, bragging rights and fun.
🍽 COMPETE: Got what it takes to win over the judges? Enter the challenge and show off your BLT-building skills. Entry: $20 — includes entry to compete and a BLT from Local Pig.Winners take home prizes, pride, and full bragging rights!
👀 ATTEND:Prefer to just eat and enjoy the show? Everyone’s welcome — Slow Food KC members and non-members alike. $20 Admission (includes a BLT from Local Pig)
7/18/25: Farmer at the Table Dinner
Join Slow Food KC for an unforgettable evening of community and cuisine with our Farmer at the Table Dinner, hosted at Ophelia’s Blue Vine Farm—an urban gem in the heart of Kansas City. Dine under a covered tent surrounded by the fields and farmers who produced your meal.
This event is more than just dinner. Proceeds support Slow Food KC and Metro Lutheran Ministries, helping stock local pantries with the same fresh, healthy ingredients you’ll enjoy at the table.
6/15/25: Father's Day Smoke, Flavor, and Slow Food with Harps BBQ
Learn how to trim and smoke like a pro with Tyler Harp of Harp BBQ! Learn sausage making secrets, behind the scenes tour of Harp BBQ, stories from Texas which started it all. Lunch included.
5/13/25: Slow Food KC Summer Picnic
Join Chef Jasper Mirabile and Grill Mayor Craig Jones for an unforgettable evening at the Slow Food Kansas City Summer Picnic on Tuesday, May 13 at 6:00 p.m. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or just curious about what we’re cooking up, all are welcome to enjoy this delicious celebration of community and flavor.
4/30/25: Gather, Grow, Give: A Garden Party at Pryde's
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and giving back—all in support of Kansas City Community Gardens! With co-sponsors Slow Food KC and Les Dames d'Escoffier, we're bringing you a night filled with delicious bites, inspiring demos, and exclusive shopping perks—all while raising funds for an amazing cause.
4/7/25: An Unforgettable Evening with Lidia Bastianich
Enjoy an evening with Lisia Bastianich, founder of Lidia's Kansas City. Monday, April 7th in Lidia's Loft, 6:30pm reception and 7:00pm seated. Join SFKC co-founder and restaurateur Jasper Mirabile and Lidia for an engaging discussion. Coffee, tea, soft drinks, tax and gratuity included. Cash Bar for those who wish adult beverages.
3/8/25: Cure Your Own Brisket
Transform a 12lb brisket into Corned Beef or Pastrami - ready to cook and enjoy! Join us for a hands-on Brisket Curing class with expert Chris Kurzwweil at Kurzweil's Country Meats in Harrisonville, MO.
2/16/25: Beyond the Schmear: Tradition Meets Creativity at Somerset Ridge Winery
Slow Food Kansas City and Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery Present "Beyond The Schmear" Tradition Meets Creativity taught by Michael Crane.
1/18/25: Gnocchi Workshop with Chef Jasper
Join Slow Food Kansas City for a delightful Gnocchi Workshop and Luncheon with Chef Jasper. This demonstration class focuses entirely on the art of gnocchi, the beloved Italian dumpling whose name originates from the word "nocchio", meaning "knot on wood". Under the guidance of Chef Jasper, participants will learn the secrets of making perfect gnocchi from scratch, including dough preparation, cutting, shaping, and pairing with delicious sauces.
During the workshop, enjoy a full luncheon that showcases Jasper's culinary creations, accompanied by a decadent Roman dessert: Tartufo Chocolate. This immersive experience is an excellent way to celebrate Italian cuisine, develop new skills, and connect with other food enthusiasts.
Join Slow Food Kansas City for a flavor-packed Dim Sum Sunday event with Heritage by Bo Lings. Their legendary Dim Sum which means "touch of the heart" features a variety of small plates, perfect for sharing.
8/16/25: Tomatoes and More with Chef Jasper - SOLD OUT
Join Slow Food Kansas City and Chef Jasper Mirabile for an unforgettable summertime workshop celebrating the vibrant heirloom tomato season-and so much more!
Tickets Include: Full workshop, Chef-led demonstrations, and recipes to take home.
You can also enter our Tomatoes & More Raffle for $20 at check-in.
Saturday, August 16th from 12:00-2:00pm
Jasper's Ristorante
$65 - members | $ 75 - non-members
8/3/25: BLT Competition
Join Slow Food Kansas City for our BLT Challenge at Local Pig — a sizzling showdown of creativity, flavor, bragging rights and fun.
🍽 COMPETE: Got what it takes to win over the judges? Enter the challenge and show off your BLT-building skills. Entry: $20 — includes entry to compete and a BLT from Local Pig.Winners take home prizes, pride, and full bragging rights!
👀 ATTEND:Prefer to just eat and enjoy the show? Everyone’s welcome — Slow Food KC members and non-members alike. $20 Admission (includes a BLT from Local Pig)
7/18/25: Farmer at the Table Dinner
Join Slow Food KC for an unforgettable evening of community and cuisine with our Farmer at the Table Dinner, hosted at Ophelia’s Blue Vine Farm—an urban gem in the heart of Kansas City. Dine under a covered tent surrounded by the fields and farmers who produced your meal.
This event is more than just dinner. Proceeds support Slow Food KC and Metro Lutheran Ministries, helping stock local pantries with the same fresh, healthy ingredients you’ll enjoy at the table.
6/15/25: Father's Day Smoke, Flavor, and Slow Food with Harps BBQ
Learn how to trim and smoke like a pro with Tyler Harp of Harp BBQ! Learn sausage making secrets, behind the scenes tour of Harp BBQ, stories from Texas which started it all. Lunch included.
5/13/25: Slow Food KC Summer Picnic
Join Chef Jasper Mirabile and Grill Mayor Craig Jones for an unforgettable evening at the Slow Food Kansas City Summer Picnic on Tuesday, May 13 at 6:00 p.m. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or just curious about what we’re cooking up, all are welcome to enjoy this delicious celebration of community and flavor.
4/30/25: Gather, Grow, Give: A Garden Party at Pryde's
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and giving back—all in support of Kansas City Community Gardens! With co-sponsors Slow Food KC and Les Dames d'Escoffier, we're bringing you a night filled with delicious bites, inspiring demos, and exclusive shopping perks—all while raising funds for an amazing cause.
4/7/25: An Unforgettable Evening with Lidia Bastianich
Enjoy an evening with Lisia Bastianich, founder of Lidia's Kansas City. Monday, April 7th in Lidia's Loft, 6:30pm reception and 7:00pm seated. Join SFKC co-founder and restaurateur Jasper Mirabile and Lidia for an engaging discussion. Coffee, tea, soft drinks, tax and gratuity included. Cash Bar for those who wish adult beverages.
3/8/25: Cure Your Own Brisket
Transform a 12lb brisket into Corned Beef or Pastrami - ready to cook and enjoy! Join us for a hands-on Brisket Curing class with expert Chris Kurzwweil at Kurzweil's Country Meats in Harrisonville, MO.
2/16/25: Beyond the Schmear: Tradition Meets Creativity at Somerset Ridge Winery
Slow Food Kansas City and Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery Present "Beyond The Schmear" Tradition Meets Creativity taught by Michael Crane.
1/18/25: Gnocchi Workshop with Chef Jasper
Join Slow Food Kansas City for a delightful Gnocchi Workshop and Luncheon with Chef Jasper. This demonstration class focuses entirely on the art of gnocchi, the beloved Italian dumpling whose name originates from the word "nocchio", meaning "knot on wood". Under the guidance of Chef Jasper, participants will learn the secrets of making perfect gnocchi from scratch, including dough preparation, cutting, shaping, and pairing with delicious sauces.
During the workshop, enjoy a full luncheon that showcases Jasper's culinary creations, accompanied by a decadent Roman dessert: Tartufo Chocolate. This immersive experience is an excellent way to celebrate Italian cuisine, develop new skills, and connect with other food enthusiasts.