Christian Czernicki - Maison Premiere

CHEF CHANGE ALERT - Chef Christian is the new executive chef at Maison Premiere.

WHO: Christian Czernicki is executive chef at Maison Premiere, the celebrated Brooklyn bar and restaurant known for its exceptional oysters, seafood, and cocktails.

ABOUT: Originally from Wisconsin, Czernicki graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and went on to build his career in some of New York’s most respected kitchens, including Carbone, ZZ’s Club, Diner, Marta, and Portale. At Union Square Cafe, he rose to chef de cuisine. He now serves as executive chef at Maison Premiere, where he brings his experience and distinctly modern approach to the kitchen.

Opened in 2011, Maison Premiere has become one of Brooklyn’s most celebrated oyster and seafood destinations. The restaurant has been named New York’s Best Oyster Bar by The New York Times and The Absolute Best Raw Bar in New York by Grub Street. Travel + Leisure recognized it as one of the Best Seafood Restaurants Around the World. The James Beard Foundation has also called it one of Brooklyn’s essential dining experiences. Its bar program won the 2016 James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program, cementing Maison Premiere’s reputation as a destination for both exceptional food and drink. And it continues to rank highly on the list of North America’s 50 Best Bars year after year.

Maison Premiere in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, has received widespread critical acclaim as one of the most decorated cocktail and oyster bars in the world. Its highly praised beverage program won the prestigious James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program and regularly ranks among North America's 50 Best Bars. 

WHAT: From Union Square Cafe, to Carbone, ZZ's Club, Portale, and now Maison Premiere, Czernicki has built an impressive culinary résumé. For this evening, he showcases a seafood-focused menu that channels inspiration from grand oyster bar traditions.

WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 21, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST

WHERE: De Gustibus Culinary Studio