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Houston Chef Series 2026

A Night at the Theater


Houston Chef Series at Grotto Ristorante

A legendary 1964 classic, reimagined as a chef‑driven dining experience.

Step into an evening where iconic cinema meets elevated cuisine. Enjoy a five‑course, film‑inspired menu with curated beverage pairings, crafted by Executive Chef Ricky Cruz and set within a glamorous, red‑carpet ambiance. 

Thursday, June 11 • 7 PM 

$125 per person
* Plus tax. 
Purchase Tickets

The Menu Experience 

COURSE I

Dustman’s Beef Wellington
Beef tenderloin, mushroom pâté, puff pastry, red wine reduction

Paired with J. Lohr Falcon’s Perch Pinot Noir

COURSE II

Eliza's Asparagus Salad
Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Avocado, Red Radish, Grapefruit, Feta Cheese & Herb Dijon Vinaigrette

Paired with Lagaria Pinot Grigio

COURSE III

The Professor's Fish & Chips
Cod fish, beer batter, fried potatoes, tartar sauce

Paired with Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay 

COURSE IV

The Colonel's Roast Beef
Roast Beef with Potatoes, Carrots & Marsala Demi-Glace

Paired with Daou Pessimist Red Blend

COURSE V

Mrs. P’s English Trifle
Sponge Cake Soaked in Sherry Wine & Seasonal Fruit Topped with Orange Custard & Whipped Cream

Paired with Harvey’s Bristol Cream Sherry

Identify the film yet?

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

Executive Chef Ricky Cruz

4715 Westheimer, Houston TX 77027

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* All sales final. No refunds. Menu subject to change. Price includes gratuity and ticket fees. 
** This menu is an independently produced culinary experience inspired by classic cinema and cultural narratives. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with any film studio, production company, or rights holder.

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