The Graduates of the Ascension Culinary Institute (ACI) Invite You to 

The 16th Annual Fundraiser Gala!

Saturday, April 11, 2025

6:30 PM to 10:00 PM 

221 West 107th Street, New York, NY  10025

Our fundraiser will support the continuation of the culinary institute.

We begin at 6:30 pm with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, followed by dinner, a raffle and fabulous entertainment at 7:30 pm.

Music by Jackie & Friends!

Donation is $160 per person.

Any questions call: (212) 203-8759

2026 Gala Menu

Hors D'oeuvres 

Korean Fried Chicken Nuggets with Gochujang Ranch Dip

Vietnamese Spring Rolls Noc Chom (Vegetarian) 

Shrimp Veviche 

Gazpacho Shooters

Dinner

First Course

Lobster Bisque with Crab Flan and Asparagus Tips 

Entree

Braised Short Rib with Red Wine Sauce, Fontina Orechietti and French Beans

Dessert

Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Raspberries, Mint and Ginger Florentine