Day 2 of the National Hellenic Museum‘s Kouzina kept the buzz going, as a sold-out crowd gathered for a Premium Dinner, from Food Network star and Owner/Executive Chef of Taxim, David Schneider. The four course dinner, with wine pairings by Ted Diamantis of Diamond Imports, took the senses on a gastronomic adventure. Each dish was even better than the last.
Bill Anton, Chairman Emeritus of the Culinary Institute of America was honored with the museum’s first Cultural Icon Award. On accepting his award, he said, “It’s amazing all that has been accomplished here.”
Well-known chef and cookbook author Diane Kochilas, honorary chairperson, said, “You’ve embraced Greek cuisine as a part of the culture, and you’ve glorified it in a way not attained in the US. I’m so proud to be here.” She then used a food metaphor to describe the “sneak peek” at the museum, and that there was more to come. “This is just the meze. The full plate will be marvelous.”
The Marketplace, featuring cooking demonstrations, signings from noted cookbook authors and the opportunity to purchase often hard-to-find Greek food products, has been open throughout the event. Friday, September 23 is the final day of Kouzina, and offers one last opportunity to participate in all the Marketplace has to offer.
All in all, Kouzina was a spectacular and memorable event. The National Hellenic Museum has breathed new life into Greektown, but it’s so much more than a shiny, pristine building with artifacts – it’s where the community comes together, to share and celebrate our history and culture, to tell our story to the world. It’s not just our history – it’s the world’s. This is a very proud moment for our community.
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