Brunch at Nobu with Drew Nieporent

Here’s your chance to do weekend lunch very right—with sushi, stories and a New York City legend.

Join celebrated restaurateur and James Beard Award Winner Drew Nieporent for an exclusive midday feast at Nobu New York City, one of the city’s most iconic dining rooms, co-founded by legendary actor and longtime hospitality visionary Robert De Niro. This one-of-a-kind brunch experience brings together bold Nobu flavors—think pristine sashimi, signature tempura and other Japanese-Peruvian favorites—with expertly paired wines and cocktails.

Nierporent, the force behind Nobu, Tribeca Grill and the Myriad Restaurant Group, has shaped the way New Yorkers dine for decades. Between bites, he’ll share behind-the-scenes tales from his wild ride through the restaurant world—from launching groundbreaking spots to working with some of the biggest names in food.

Every ticket buyer will also take home a signed copy of Nieporent’s new memoir, I'm Not Trying to Be Difficult: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches—a funny, honest look at what really goes down behind the pass.

It’s the ultimate weekend lunch: iconic food, flowing drinks and a front-row seat to NYC restaurant history.