The winner of this auction will have the opportunity to attend, with a friend, this exclusive gastronomic dinner celebrating the very best of Italian haute cuisine. The dinner, will be held on Ellis Island at the Museum of Immigration, a venue that resonates strongly with all New Yorkers, Americans and those who have dreamed of starting a new life in the USA. 

This private, blacktie, culinary experience will be personally prepared by Chef Massimo Bottura, that will also be present in the room with the guests.
Massimo Bottura is the owner and head chef of the worldwide renowned Osteria Francescana, a 3-star Michelin restaurant, which was named the best restaurant in Italy and the winner of the prestigious “World’s 50 Best Restaurants” list in 2016.

Hosted by Bronx native, legendary actor and screenwriter Chazz Palminteri, the evening will begin with a private ferry ride from New York. Approaching Ellis Island, you will enjoy the stunning night skyline of New York. Upon arrival, you will experience a brief guided tour of this historic venue, after which, you will relax with a champagne reception before sitting down to a six-course menu replicating Chef Bottura’s signature dishes. After dinner, you will receive a gift bag and return to New York by ferry.

Only 100 people per night will be able to attend these two ultra-exclusive gala dinners, which will be hosted on Friday, December 1st and Saturday, December 2nd 2017.

The winner of the auction can choose which of the two dinners he or she will attend, either on December 1st or December 2nd.

This auction is for two seats.