WHAT WE’LL COVER

This May the 4th, PYRO’s Chef de Cuisine Max Straczek invites you to put your lightsabers down and pick up your forks for a 5-course chef’s menu inspired by the Star Wars universe.

Course I: “Twin Suns”
HEIRLOOM TOMATO & BURRATA
Charred cherry tomatoes, smoked sea salt, basil oil, pistachio pesto
Drink Pairing: Sparkling Rosé or a "Skywalker Sunrise" cocktail made with prosecco, blood orange & thyme
Inspiration: The twin suns of Tatooine

Course II: “Dagobah Garden”
FOREST MUSHROOM & TRUFFLE SOUP
Wild mushrooms, crispy enoki, truffle oil, roasted garlic toast
Pairing: Earthy Pinot Noir or a “Green Force” Matcha & Gin Cocktail
Inspiration: Yoda’s swampy home planet

Course III: “The Dark Side”
CHARCOAL-GRILLED SQUID INK GARGANELLI
Black garlic cream, crispy pancetta, pecorino dust
Pairing: Full-Bodied Syrah or “The Vader” Cocktail made with black vodka, espresso, and vanilla
Inspiration: Darth Vader– dark, bold, unforgettable

Course IV: “Lightsaber Duel”
SOUS VIDE DUCK BREAST & RED WINE DEMI
Beet purée, Roasted purple beets, braised cabbage, red wine demi, bitter greens. crispy corn polenta on the side
Pairing: Tempranillo or a “Jedi vs Sith” layered cocktail made with blue curaçao, pomegranate, and vodka
Inspiration: The clash of red and blue lightsabers

Course V: “The Sweet Rebellion”
BLUE MILK PANNA COTTA
Infused with vanilla bean, topped with poach dates, lemon tuile
Pairing: Moscato d’Asti or a “Blue Bantha” dessert martini made with RumChata, coconut milk, and blue curaçao
Inspiration: Luke’s iconic blue milk

The Force is strong with this one… and limited is space…

THINGS TO KNOW

For 18+ Only

A welcome glass of prosecco or non-alcoholic beverage will be served upon arrival, and additional beverages will be available for purchase a la carte throughout the class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow for seating.

Registration for in L’OCA Classes and Events are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and require full payment.
We reserve the right to cancel any class that fails to meet a minimum enrollment, scheduling conflicts, chef availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.

If for any of the above reasons a class or event is canceled, you will be notified via email and issued a full refund to the original method of payment.

Refunds are only available for cancellations received 48 hours or more prior to the class.

INSTRUCTOR

Chef Max Straczek